In a nutshell

A supportive and extremely comfortable bra that's designed specifically for the early stages of breastfeeding.

What we tested

  • Comfort
    A star rating of 5.0 out of 5.
  • Support
    A star rating of 5.0 out of 5.
  • Ease of use
    A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.
  • Discreetness
    A star rating of 3.0 out of 5.
  • Style
    A star rating of 3.0 out of 5.
  • Worth the money
    A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.
Overall Rating
A star rating of 4.0 out of 5.

Pros

  • Supportive, large drop cups, seam-free cups, machine washable, very comfortable for engorged breasts

Cons

  • Functional rather than sexy, cups can get in the way while feeding

Breastfeeding may be the most natural thing in the world, but it doesn’t always come easily. Anything that helps you through those difficult early weeks is a good thing, and the Glamourmom Mbody Starter Nursing Bra definitely falls into that category.

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The only bra designed specifically for the initial stages of breastfeeding, the Glamourmom Mbody Starter Nursing Bra offers bags of support for post-pregnancy boobs, with a high-cut shape and a built-in inner sling to cradle your breast when you drop the cup to feed your baby. The cups unclip easily with one hand to expose your full breast, giving your baby plenty of room to manoeuvre – and lots of skin-to-skin contact.

The Glamourmom Mbody Starter Nursing Bra comes in sizes from 34/36 B/C to 38/40 F/G, with the under-bust band adjusting over two sizes for comfort during the engorgement stage when your milk comes in.

The cotton/elastane blend is breathable and absorbent, making it ideal for night-time. It’s machine washable, too – a must during the leaky early days of breastfeeding.

What we love

Four days after giving birth to Katie, I breathed a sigh of relief when I put the Glamourmom Mbody Starter Nursing Bra on for the first time. The wide straps, stretchy fabric and supportive under-bust band took the weight of my rock-solid breasts, while the soft, seam-free, heat-moulded cups were gentle on my sensitive nipples.

Katie fed well when I was wearing it, thanks to the generous amount of breast exposed by dropping the cup.

My breasts had been feeling particularly tender overnight, but the bra was comfy to sleep in, and the large cups held my breast pads securely in place.

I also appreciated being able to sling the bra into the washing machine in the morning - after all, who has time to handwash their undies with a brand new baby to look after?

What to watch out for

The large cups of this bra are great for access, but on the down side, it means there’s a lot of fabric to get in the way. I had to scrunch the dropped cup up and tuck it under my breast so Katie didn’t get a mouthful.

The bra is definitely functional rather than sexy, with its wide straps and high-cut shape, not one to wear under a vest top, for instance.

Who is the Glamourmom Mbody Starter Nursing Bra best for?

New mums looking for comfort while establishing breastfeeding.

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MadeForMums verdict

It won’t make you feel sexy, but the Glamourmom Mbody Starter Nursing Bra is unbeatable for comfort during the early days of breastfeeding, when engorgement and soreness are an issue. With easy access and great support for tender breasts, it’s a real asset for newly nursing mums.

Product Specifications

Product
BrandGlamourmom
ModelMbody Starter Nursing Bra
Price£25.95
Available sizes34B- 40G
StyleNursing
Features
Mechanism to allow feedingDrop cup
FasteningHook and eye
UnderwiredNo
Made from90% cotton, 10% elastane
Washing instructionsMachine washable
Features
  • Moulded cups
  • Built-in inner sling for support
  • Adjusts over two sizes
  • Full breast exposure for latch-on flexibility
  • One-handed access
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