Boppy
Boppy Original Nursing Pillow
7.3/10 overallAbout £35
A classic soft crescent-shaped nursing pillow that also doubles as tummy-time and early sitting support.
The verdict
The Boppy Original is the classic C-shaped nursing pillow, priced around £35, and versatile enough to double as a tummy-time or early sitting-support prop once your baby's older. It's comfortable but can shift slightly during feeds since there's no strap. Best for parents who want one pillow to serve multiple purposes across the first year rather than a dedicated feeding tool.
The Boppy is the crescent-shaped pillow most people picture when they think "nursing pillow" — soft, C-shaped, and versatile enough to double as a tummy-time prop or early sitting support once your baby is a little older, which a firmer wrap-around pillow doesn't do as naturally.
Against My Brest Friend's firmer, wrap-around design, the Boppy trades some feeding stability for that versatility — it can shift slightly during a feed and doesn't strap to your waist, so it needs a bit more active positioning with your arm. What you gain is a pillow that's still useful for propping and tummy-time long after the intense breastfeeding-support months have passed.
For parents who want one pillow to serve multiple purposes across the first year rather than a feeding-specific tool, the Boppy's versatility is the stronger pick.
Is the Boppy Original Nursing Pillow worth it?
- Doubles as a tummy-time and sitting-support prop later
- Softer and more comfortable to lean against
- Removable, washable cover
What are the downsides of the Boppy Original Nursing Pillow?
- Can shift slightly during feeds without a strap
- Less consistent height support than firmer pillows
- Compresses over time with heavy daily use
Specs
- Type
- Soft crescent shape
- Cover
- Removable, machine washable
- Best for
- General versatility across the first year
- Adjustable
- No strap, rests on lap
- Additional uses
- Tummy time, early sitting support
How we scored it
Positioning & Support
How well it holds baby at the right height and angle for a comfortable latch or bottle feed.
Comfortable but can shift slightly during longer feeds without a strap.
Comfort for Parent
How much it eases strain on arms, shoulders and back during long feeds.
Soft and comfortable, needs a bit more active arm positioning than a strapped pillow.
Washability
Whether the cover is removable and machine-washable for regular cleaning.
Cover is easy to remove and machine wash.
Weighted by importance for this category — see our editorial policy for how we test.
How it compares
|  |  |  | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | About £35 | About £40 | About £33 | About £69 (RRP £85) |
| Overall score | 7.3/10 | 6.6/10 | 7.3/10 | 8/10 |
| Type | Soft crescent shape | Convertible, pregnancy to nursing | Soft crescent shape, hypoallergenic | — |
| Cover | Removable, machine washable | Removable, machine washable | Unscented, breathable, removable | Removable, machine washable |
| Additional uses | Tummy time, early sitting support | — | Tummy time, early sitting support | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Boppy nursing pillow worth it?+
Yes, especially if you want more than a feeding tool — it doubles as tummy-time and sitting support once your baby's older, has a soft, comfortable shape, and a removable washable cover. It compresses somewhat with heavy daily use and can shift slightly during longer feeds since it has no strap.
How does the Boppy compare to My Brest Friend?+
Against My Brest Friend's firmer, wrap-around design, the Boppy trades some feeding stability for versatility — it can shift slightly during a feed and doesn't strap to your waist, needing more active arm positioning. In return, it stays useful for propping and tummy-time long after the intense breastfeeding months.
Is the Boppy good for tummy time?+
Yes — its soft, crescent shape doubles as a tummy-time prop and early sitting support once your baby is a little older, which a firmer wrap-around pillow doesn't do as naturally.
Is the Boppy cover easy to clean?+
Yes, the cover is removable and machine washable, making regular cleaning straightforward.