Pregnant women are advised to sleep on their sides from 28 weeks, and the NHS recommends the use of pillows to support your bump or placed between the knees to help make your resting position more comfortable. When should you start using a pregnancy pillow?

Let the baby nurse at their own pace and voila! You have found the perfect feeding spot. What's the purpose of a pregnancy pillow? A unique design, the Lansinoh Nursie slides around your arm rather than your waist. It fits everyone, and because it doesn't go near your middle, it may be especially helpful if you're recovering from a c-section. The exterior is made of cotton, and the inside liner is silky soft. The pillow is strong enough to cushion your baby's head and relieve pressure on your arms. It's also lightweight and portable. Heads up Not only that, but many pregnancy pillows are suitable for use after you've given birth, allowing you to support your baby during breastfeeding and bottle feeding. When it comes to nursing, I prefer My Brest Friend, hands down! Other pillows never fit quite right around me, especially in the early days with a large postpartum belly."The Boppy is a versatile pillow that will come in handy throughout your baby's first year. It wraps easily around your waist and lifts your baby to a more comfortable position while you're breastfeeding or bottle feeding. You can also use it on the floor to prop up your baby, to support your baby during tummy time, and later to cushion your baby as she gets the hang of sitting up. Some moms say the fabric isn't soft enough and irritated their baby's skin (or theirs). Parents say Can be used between knees, ankles to relive aches and pains and wedged under growing bumps for additional support Stretchy Perfectly Fit: Designed for standard baby feeding and support pillows and perfectly fits for Chicco Boppy & Widgey Nursing Pillow. Stretchy jersey fabric will snugly fit to keep clean and safe. With large zipper, removable slipcover zips on and off easily.

The Boppy doesn't have a latch to secure it in place, and some moms say it doesn't hold babies firmly enough for comfortable breastfeeding. Also, don't leave your baby unsupervised on a Boppy or let your baby sleep on it. MATERIALS: The breastfeeding pillow removable cover features a hidden zip that runs on the top of the pillow cover to make it easy to slip on and off. It is made from 100% breathable high-quality cotton, providing a gentle and soft surface for you and your baby. The anti-microbial and hypoallergenic Siliconized polyester filling ensures a hygienic and safe environment, free from allergens and irritants. Nursing pillows come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. It's important to consider a few things before buying one. Here are our recommendations on how to choose the right one: At 38 inches long, the Twin Z is big, and you may not be able to fit in a regular armchair while wearing it (though an oversized chair or couch would work). Many women find that around five months they want a bit of extra support as their body changes and they start to feel some aches and pains.The My Brest Friend pillow is like a soft shelf. You can have it strapped to you and walk around to grab something without having to readjust, which I find especially helpful." Fans of the pillow say its innovative design also makes it a great nursing pillow for after the baby arrives too. How to use a pregnancy pillow? I'm plus-size, and it worked great for me. I literally used it every day, even until my baby was past 6 months old. The Deluxe is really plush and soft." Specs I have a preemie and this has been a lifesaver. I almost gave up breastfeeding, but now, because she's comfortable – and so am I – she's nursing like a champ and taking bottles comfortably. She's gaining weight! Yay to this pillow!" Specs Made by Purflo, one of the UK's leading brands for safe baby sleeping, they launched their first product in 1997.