If you’re a first time mom, nursing can be a bit overwhelming for you. We’ve gathered a couple of our favorites that we couldn’t live without while we were nursing. We hope that these items will help make your journey into breastfeeding a little easier.

The Bravado Bliss Bra is hands-down one of the best nursing bras that we’ve come across. It offers the full support of an underwire bra, without the underwire.  The seamless foam cups hide nipples and breast pads while giving you a beautiful shape.  The flexible under-breast support channel that offers remarkable shape and lift while maintaining comfort and good breast health. There is also a gentle stretch feature in the cups that grow and contract with your changing shape while maintaining support.

*also available in black

Another Bravado item that moms love is the Essential Nursing Tank.  It’s a basic nursing tank top with a built in full support bra.  It is perfect to wear in the hospital as people are walking in and out, nursing in public, around the house, or even to sleep. You’ll look terrific, feel great and it is easy to nurse in public because it provides tummy coverage where you need it.

*also available in white and chocolate brown

My Brest Friend really is your best friend when it comes down to nursing time. The wrap around design secures to the body helping mom and baby maintain positioning and latch-on.  Back rest helps you maintain good posture during feeding and prevents sore back and neck. This pillow is full of features that moms love.

*also available in pink and blue

The Hooter Hider helps you nurse discreetly and in style.  The unique rigid neckline allows for ventilation, as well as direct eye contact with the baby.  Generous sizing keeps mommy completely covered during breastfeeding. Don’t leave home without this useful nursing item.

*available in different prints

Don’t even think about trying to nurse without grabbing some Bella B Nipple Nurture. Use the cream before and after breastfeeding to help prevent and soothe sore or cracked nipples. Their plant-based ingredients are food-grade and 100% safe for mother and baby. Bella B uses the very best natural ingredients including cocoa, shea and mango butter butter that are combined and specially-blended to provide excellent soothing and healing properties without using animal by-products.

There you have it, our top pick nursing essentials for moms-to-be.  All these items have been tried and loved by friends and clients.

Question: What was your must-have nursing item that you recommend to all expectant moms?