How Do Nursing Clothes Work? Your Guide
You’ve likely heard the phrase thrown around on TikTok and in prenatal classes. Moms swear by them postpartum, and your mother-in-law absolutely insists you buy some for yourself. But how do nursing clothes for breastfeeding actually work? Are they that much better than button-down shirts or wrap-around shirts for breastfeeding and pumping?
The answer to the latter question is a big, loud “yes!” As to how they work, keep reading! We’ve polled our friends, quizzed our customers, and peeked into our own postpartum diaries to bring you the most honest take on this wardrobe must-have for breastfeeding mamas.
What Are Breastfeeding Clothes?
Breastfeeding clothes allow you to nurse your baby or pump through concealed openings without having to expose your stomach, back, sides, or lift your shirt to do so. They come in a variety of opening styles, but the most popular are lift-up flaps and hidden zippers.
At Nursing Queen, our clothing is designed to make breastfeeding convenient without compromising on fashion. Our tops, tees, dresses, and more are designed to provide both comfort and style during the breastfeeding journey.
What Are the Differences Between Breastfeeding Tops and Normal Tops?
Women have long mastered the art of meeting their needs. But isn’t it so much simpler when we can get what we actually need? You’ll often see V-necks, wrap-arounds, Henley shirts, and even (we hate to say it!) oversized scoop necks recommended on mom forums for breastfeeding. And sure, they’re okay in a pinch.
But in the first 6 months of your baby’s life, you can expect to spend hundreds of hours nursing and pumping. Do you really want to spend that much of your life in DIY mode, balancing a blanket over your front and stretching out your favorite tops?
Nursing tops and dresses, on the other hand, are exclusively designed for pumping and nursing. They come with hidden openings near the breasts to allow your baby easy access at a moment’s notice or for a pumping session. Say goodbye to drab, oversized, or stretched-out clothes and hello to cute, convenient styles designed specifically with nursing mothers in mind! At Nursing Queen, we offer a variety of trendy, non-clingy styles that don’t look like traditional nursing clothing. Explore our boutique-style nursing clothing today to find your new favorite pieces!
What Are the Different Types of Nursing Clothes?
At Nursing Queen, we primarily offer nursing clothes featuring lift-up flaps or hidden zippers for easy access. “Hidden” is the key word here. While some brands leave zippers hanging in plain sight, Nursing Queen designs them to be virtually invisible to the untrained eye!
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Nursing clothes with lift-up flaps make breastfeeding and pumping sessions super easy. Simply pull up the cropped layer and slide the underlayer aside for access. The top layer acts as a cover. Breastfeeding moms love lift-up styles because of their comfort and convenience. Say hello to non-clingy clothing that’s designed just for you! |
The hidden zippers on our breastfeeding clothing are barely noticeable! Simply find the small zipper pull and unzip the side of the shirt or dress where you need access. Many of our moms even say that they can open the zippers with one hand! These styles are so cute and versatile, you can even wear them long after nursing days are over! |
At our boutique, we offer the same styles of tops and dresses you wear day-to-day, just redesigned to make feeding your baby easy and convenient. We are known for our wide selection of styles! Explore our selection of graphic tees, nursing sweatshirts, dresses, and more!
Which Style of Opening is Best?
Not sure which style of opening you would prefer? Order one of each to try, and then return to our site later to stock up on more! It really comes down to personal preference. Some moms prefer the ease of pulling down a flap, while others like the aesthetic of zipper styles.
The Convenience of Nursing Clothing
Do you really need nursing clothing for breastfeeding? Of course, you’re not required to wear nursing clothes in order to breastfeed, but there are benefits! The bottom line is that for many mothers, nursing clothes help make breastfeeding and pumping easier, giving them the confidence to nurse anywhere. That’s part of our mission at Nursing Queen!
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