# Best Maternity & Nursing Bras UK | Clever Mum > The best maternity and nursing bras in the UK — wire-free comfort, one-handed clips and sizing guidance for pregnancy and breastfeeding. * [ Home ](/) * › [ Reviews ](/reviews) * › Best Maternity & Nursing Bras UK Best-of buying guide # Best Maternity & Nursing Bras UK [ HW ](/authors/hannah-wright/) By [ Hannah Wright ](/authors/hannah-wright/) · Reviews Editor Published 28 July 2026 Quick answer — When should I buy nursing bras during pregnancy? The best nursing bra for most UK mums is the Bravado Body Silk Seamless for everyday comfort and one-handed clips, or the Cake Maternity Cotton Candy if you want wire-free structure without compression — buy your first set in the third trimester, sized to your pregnancy bust not your pre-pregnancy size. Who should skip this Skip this if you are not pregnant or feeding. Fit matters more than brand — try on if you can. Prices & availability last checked 28 July 2026 Clever Mum is an independent parenting advice and product review site. Links marked * are partner links. If you click one and buy, we may receive commission at no extra cost to you. Commission never affects which products we feature or how we rank them. [How we make money](/how-we-make-money/) ## How do these picks compare at a glance? Swipe to see all columns Comparison of our picks Pick Score Best for WireOpeningFabric Price [ Bravado Body Silk Seamless Nursing Bra ](#bravado-body-silk-seamless-nursing-bra) 9.4/10 Best overall Wire-freeOne-handed clip-down— From £39 [ Cake Maternity Cotton Candy Nursing Bra ](#cake-maternity-cotton-candy-nursing-bra) 9.2/10 Best value Wire-free—Cotton blend From £32 [ Seraphine Bamboo Nursing Bra ](#seraphine-bamboo-nursing-bra) 9/10 Best for sensitive skin Wire-freePull-aside— From £28 [ JoJo Maman Bébé Soft Cup Nursing Bra ](#jojo-maman-bb-soft-cup-nursing-bra) 8.7/10 Best for everyday Wire-freeClip-down— From £22 [ Cake Maternity Croissant Nursing Bra ](#cake-maternity-croissant-nursing-bra) 8.4/10 Best for larger busts Wire-free—— From £38 Your ribcage and bust change dramatically in pregnancy and again when milk comes in — most women need a completely different bra size at 36 weeks than they wore pre-pregnancy. Nursing bras are not just "normal bras with clips"; they need wider bands, softer cups, and one-handed opening mechanisms you can manage while holding a hungry newborn. ## When should you buy nursing bras? - **Buy in the third trimester**, sized to your current pregnancy bust — not your pre-pregnancy size. Band size often increases one to two sizes; cup size can increase two to four.- **Room for engorgement.** When milk arrives around day three to five, breasts can swell further. A bra that fits perfectly in the shop may feel tight for a week — have one softer bra ready.- **Wire-free is safer.** Underwired bras can compress milk ducts and contribute to blocked ducts or mastitis. Every pick below is wire-free.- **Not medical devices.** Nursing bras provide comfort and access for feeding. They do not prevent mastitis, improve milk supply or replace lactation support if you are struggling — speak to your midwife, health visitor or a breastfeeding counsellor. ## How many nursing bras do you need? Three to four bras in rotation is the practical minimum — one in the wash, one drying, one on, one in the bag. Night bras (soft pull-aside styles) are optional but useful in the early weeks. ## Which products made the shortlist? Best overall ### 1.Bravado Body Silk Seamless Nursing Bra From £39 9.4 /10 The nursing bra that appears on every hospital bag list for good reason — seamless, wire-free, one-handed clip and enough structure to wear under work clothes without looking like underwear. The stretch accommodates engorgement without needing a new size. #### Pros * +Seamless wire-free design suits engorgement and daily wear * +One-handed clip opens easily while holding a baby * +Structured enough for work clothes — not just a sleep bra #### Cons * –Premium price — budget for three or four, not one * –Sizing runs small in the band — check Bravado's guide [ Check price at JoJo Maman Bébé* ](/out/jojo-maman-bebe/) [ Check price at Natural Baby Shower* ](/out/natural-baby-shower/) [ Check price on Amazon* ](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Bravado+Body+Silk+Seamless+nursing+bra&tag=clevermum0c-21) Best value ### 2.Cake Maternity Cotton Candy Nursing Bra From £32 9.2 /10 Cake Maternity's wire-free bra delivers structured support without the Bravado price — cotton-blend fabric, one-handed clips and a wide band that handles ribcage expansion through pregnancy and the early postpartum weeks. #### Pros * +Structured wire-free support at a mid-range price * +Cotton blend breathes better than all-synthetic rivals * +Wide band accommodates ribcage changes in pregnancy #### Cons * –Less seamless than the Bravado under tight clothing * –Limited colour range in UK stockists [ Check price at JoJo Maman Bébé* ](/out/jojo-maman-bebe/) [ Check price on Amazon* ](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Cake+Maternity+Cotton+Candy+nursing+bra&tag=clevermum0c-21) Best for sensitive skin ### 3.Seraphine Bamboo Nursing Bra From £28 9 /10 Seraphine's bamboo-fabric nursing bra is the pick for women whose breasts become sore or eczema-prone in pregnancy — soft, thermo-regulating and wire-free with a pull-aside opening that avoids clip fumbling at 3am. #### Pros * +Bamboo fabric is soft against sore or cracked nipples * +Pull-aside opening — no clip fumbling in the dark * +Wire-free with gentle support for sensitive skin #### Cons * –Less structured — not ideal under fitted work tops * –Pull-aside style offers less support for larger busts [ Check price at JoJo Maman Bébé* ](/out/jojo-maman-bebe/) [ Check price on Amazon* ](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Seraphine+bamboo+nursing+bra&tag=clevermum0c-21) Best for everyday ### 4.JoJo Maman Bébé Soft Cup Nursing Bra From £22 8.7 /10 JoJo's own-brand nursing bra is the reliable high-street pick — available in-store for trying on, wire-free with clip openings, and priced for buying three or four without wincing. Not the most glamorous, but dependable. #### Pros * +Try before you buy in JoJo stores nationwide * +Sensible price for buying a rotation of three or four * +Wire-free with standard clip-down opening #### Cons * –Basic design — functional rather than stylish * –Fabric is synthetic — less breathable than cotton or bamboo rivals [ Check price at JoJo Maman Bébé* ](/out/jojo-maman-bebe/) [ Check price on Amazon* ](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=JoJo+Maman+Bebe+Soft+Cup+Nursing+Bra&tag=clevermum0c-21) Best for larger busts ### 5.Cake Maternity Croissant Nursing Bra From £38 8.4 /10 Cake Maternity's fuller-bust nursing bra with reinforced bands and wider straps — designed for D-cup and above with the same wire-free safety and one-handed clips. A category most budget nursing bras ignore. #### Pros * +Designed for fuller busts (D-cup and above) * +Reinforced band and wider straps reduce shoulder strain * +Wire-free with structured support — rare at this size range #### Cons * –Higher price than standard Cake Maternity styles * –Limited stock in physical shops — mostly online [ Check price at JoJo Maman Bébé* ](/out/jojo-maman-bebe/) [ Check price on Amazon* ](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Cake+Maternity+Croissant+nursing+bra&tag=clevermum0c-21) ## How did we choose these products? We build every shortlist the same way: we map the whole UK market for the category, weight the specifications that change daily life (not the ones that look good in adverts), cross-reference sustained buyer feedback across multiple retailers, and sanity-check prices across the retailers we link. Retailers cannot pay to appear, and commission never affects rankings. Prices were verified on the "last reviewed" date and will drift — always confirm on the retailer page. ## What UK safety standard should you check? **UK standard: BS EN 14350 (drinking equipment) · BS EN 14988 (highchairs).** Drinking equipment standards cover chemical migration and mechanical safety of bottles and teats; the highchair standard covers stability, restraint and entrapment. * ✓ Bottles and teats cite BS EN 14350; highchairs cite BS EN 14988 * ✓ Highchairs have a crotch post or 5-point harness — never rely on a tray alone * ✓ Never use bottle-prop or self-feeding devices — flagged by OPSS as a choking risk Check live UK recalls before buying: [ gov.uk product recalls & alerts ](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/product-recalls-and-alerts) · Read our guide to [ dangerous baby products sold online ](/baby/dangerous-baby-products-online-uk/) . ## Still deciding between two models? [ Bravado Body Silk vs Cake Maternity Cotton Candy Compare → ](/compare/bravado-body-silk-vs-cake-cotton-candy/) ## What questions come up most? When should I buy nursing bras during pregnancy? In the third trimester, sized to your current pregnancy bust and ribcage — not your pre-pregnancy size. Your band and cup size both increase, and breasts swell further when milk arrives around day three to five. Do I need wire-free nursing bras? Yes — underwired bras can compress milk ducts and contribute to blocked ducts or mastitis. All our picks are wire-free. Look for soft, stretchy cups with one-handed clip openings for easy feeding access. How many nursing bras do I need? Three to four for daily rotation — one wearing, one in the wash, one drying and a spare. Leaking, spit-up and night feeds mean bras need washing more often than pre-baby underwear. ## Which other buying guides should you read? [ Best-of guide ### Best Baby Monitors UK Our curated shortlist of the best baby monitors in the UK — smart cameras, wearable trackers and reliable non-WiFi video units compared. ](/best/best-baby-monitors-uk/)[ Best-of guide ### Best Pushchairs & Prams UK The best prams and pushchairs in the UK compared — all-terrain, city, budget and travel options from birth to toddler. ](/best/best-pushchairs-uk/)[ Best-of guide ### Best Car Seats UK — i-Size & R129 The best i-Size (R129) car seats in the UK — rotating toddler seats, infant carriers and budget picks compared, with fitting guidance. ](/best/best-car-seats-uk/) [ See our top pick Bravado Body Silk Seamless Nursing Bra ](#bravado-body-silk-seamless-nursing-bra)