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Bare Naked Nursing Pillow

Boppy

Bare Naked Nursing Pillow

7.3/10 overall

About £33

A minimalist, hypoallergenic crescent nursing pillow with an unscented, breathable cover for sensitive-skin households.

Reviewed by SepehrNot yet hands-on tested — based on research & published specs
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This is a pared-back version of the standard crescent pillow, designed around hypoallergenic, fragrance-free materials for parents concerned about scented fabrics or synthetic finishes near a newborn's face during feeds. The shape and function closely mirror the Boppy Original, but the cover and filling are specifically marketed as unscented and breathable.

Against the standard Boppy, the practical difference is mainly about materials rather than shape or support — if fragrance and fabric sensitivity aren't a concern for your family, the functional experience is very similar. If you're specifically avoiding scented or heavily treated fabrics, this is the more considered choice at a broadly similar price point.

It's a reasonable pick for allergy-conscious households, though it doesn't offer any meaningful support advantage over the standard crescent design.

What we liked

  • Fragrance-free, hypoallergenic materials
  • Breathable cover suits sensitive skin
  • Similar versatility to a standard crescent pillow

Where it falls short

  • No real support advantage over standard crescent pillows
  • Can shift during feeds like other unstrapped pillows
  • Premium for materials some families won't need

Specs

Type
Soft crescent shape, hypoallergenic
Cover
Unscented, breathable, removable
Washable
Machine washable cover
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.

7/10

Comparable support to a standard crescent pillow, no strap.

Comfort for Parent

How much it eases strain on arms, shoulders and back during long feeds.

7/10

Soft and breathable, similar comfort profile to the Boppy Original.

Washability

Whether the cover is removable and machine-washable for regular cleaning.

8/10

Cover removes and washes easily; marketed as low-fragrance-retention fabric.

Weighted by importance for this category — see our editorial policy for how we test.

The alternative

Dreamgenii Pregnancy & Nursing Pillow

Dreamgenii

Dreamgenii Pregnancy & Nursing Pillow

A dual-purpose pillow used for bump and hip support in late pregnancy, then reconfigured as a nursing support pillow after birth.

6.6/10