These stylish nursing covers called Booby Blankets use trendy Amy Butler fabrics and are just gorgeous. Every Booby Blanket is made of 100% cotton that is pre-washed and pre-shrunk, and measures 42″ x 27″. A variety of beautiful patterns are available. Each blanket features a peek-a-boo view for mom’s eyes only, allowing baby to look up at you while nursing and providing the privacy you both need. You can purchase a Booby Blanket for $25 at Bebe-Leche.com. This makes a great gift as well.

Here is a great deal if you are looking for a high quality nursing bra that won’t destroy your budget. Made by Second Nature, this bra is available in a number of sizes. Designed by Anna Cecilia, its zippered cups are made to be comfortable and easy to use. It is made of microfiber for comfort and quick drying. At $10.49, this bra is a steal–especially since you will pay more for a nursing bra at a discount store like Target or Walmart. The original retail was $39.99. You can purchase one at kidsurplus.com.

I’ve never had much luck with nursing shawls, but that doesn’t stop me from admiring them. My eyes were recently drawn to these cute 4-in-1 Nursing Shawls by L’oved Baby. While it was actually the cute pouch that initially caught my attention, the shawl itself is quite functional. It offers full coverage for moms who need to nurse on the go, and it folds down quite small so it is easy to take along wherever you go. Available in a number of colors, this shawl retails for $29.95. You can purchase one at lovedbaby.com. This would make a considerate gift for a nursing mom.

How would you like a free patterned nursing cover? Just pay shipping and handling after you enter the promo code “Thanks”! I’ve been told to just go to UdderCovers.com, choose Shop Now, pick the product you want (even on the 3-piece gift sets), and you’ll find yourself at the center of the page where you can type in the promo code. Using this code gives you a $32 discount every time you make a transaction. What could be better than that? There are some really pretty patterns to be had. If you’re not currently nursing, these covers make great baby shower presents.

I’d always heard that bravado!’s nursing bra was the gold standard for breastfeeding moms, but I never owned one before baby number three. Friends swear by them, but I have to say that I am less than enamored with mine. Although I bought the right size according to the packaging, I don’t feel like I get enough support from this bra. I also find the design a bit strange (see the picture for the unusual strap that extends well into the bra itself), and the adjusters on the straps slip easily, leading to even less support. I know others love this bra, so I’m disappointed that it isn’t for me. Luckily, I’m reaching the point at which it is easy and comfortable to nurse in regular bras. If you want to check out what all the hype is about, you can purchase one of these bras for $35 at BravadoDesigns.com.

I’m never so fortunate as to find a two-piece bathing suit that fits my wildly disproportionate body. When I saw this gorgeous nursing suit from Belabumbum, I so wished I was built a bit differently. I love the brilliant red color, and the bow under the breasts is very flattering to a nursing body. The long, A-line top is very forgiving of a little leftover baby belly, too. You can purchase one of these suits for $108 at picklesandicecream.com. The shop warns that it runs small, so be prepared to swallow your pride and order a size up!

Motherwear.com is having an outstanding sale on nursing friendly swimwear. There are tankinis, one-piece swimsuits, and suits with skirts, all equipped to make nursing easier while at the beach or pool. I liked the Surplice Swimsuit (shown above) especially; it comes in four different colors and five different sizes (up to 1X) and is only $8.99 on sale. That is a savings of $60.01! The other suits range in price from $9.99 to $29.95. Though all sales are final, at these prices, you really can’t lose. Made of nylon/spandex with a built-in nursing bra, get it in Black, Caribbean, Hibiscus Blue Print, or Orchid. If you really like it, you could buy all the colors for the price of one regular department store swimsuit.

Recently, I lost my nursing bracelet (it was much like this one). I was saddened by its loss — it was a part of my nursing relationship with my son for two months. I knew I had to find a new one, because my son eats every 2 hours on the dot and I like to know how long I have before the next feeding. What better place to look than etsy.com, the craftiest site on the web? I found a little shop while going over endless pages of bracelets for sale. Not only were the prices great but I liked the bracelets I was seeing.

I bought an understated bracelet (on sale with a $3.50 rebate) with various hues of brown beads. The bracelet (and all of her other nursing bracelets) have number beads for keeping track of time and between the numbers are four beads for 15 minute intervals. I no longer have to be confused about what time I fed my son last and I simply switch the bracelet to the opposite wrist to remind myself of which side he last nursed on. Not only did the seller send me a spare charm for my bracelet but she was wonderful to communicate with in regards to the shipping of my item.

The only suggestion I might make is coming up with a way to add Left and Right beads (or one with Left on one side and Right on the other) onto the bracelet so that switching from wrist to wrist is unnecessary; however, with the flexible memory wire the bracelet is made of, switching it is no trouble. I love the new butterfly nursing bracelets she’s added since I bought mine, the Flowery Pink Nursing Bracelet in particular.

A nursing bracelet is a nice addition to a shower present or just something handy to buy for yourself. You can find the one I bought under the seller name chunkymonkeytoes and get the Flowery Pink bracelet for yourself for $8.50.

As a first time mother I remember reading that I should clip a safety pin on my nursing bra, moving it back and forth from side to side to remind myself where to start nursing next.  Even as a nervous new mom I knew that that was more trouble than it was worth!  Milk Bands Nursing Bracelets are a much easier to use alternative that accomplish the same purpose.  You wear the band on the same wrist, simply turning it inside out to indicate the opposite side.  Sliders help you identify the time at which you last nursed as well as how long the feeding session lasted.  Having this information handy can definitely come in handy, especially if you are a nervous new parent.

You can purchase one of these bracelets, intended to last for 12 months, for $9.95 at StellaMaternity.com.  Five different color choices are available.  This would make a thoughtful gift, too.

Neither of my daughters has ever wanted anything to do with a nursing cover/canopy. I’ve just gotten used to nursing discretely without one. I will say that I was intrigued by this nursing hat by MoBoleez.

The idea is that the wide brim of the hat provides privacy for nursing without covering the baby’s face. It also helps block distracting lights and noises that can interrupt the baby or cause her to painfully jerk her head around while nursing.

I’m not sure that my kids would have tolerated the hat entirely, but in some ways it seems easier than a canopy. If you are someone who likes a little extra privacy for nursing, you might want to give this a try. You can buy one for $33 at oliebollen.com.

The MoBoleez nursing hat was also reviewed at The Mom to Be Depot Blog and Boutique Cafe.

Lately, I’ve been looking for a comfortable pair of maternity pajamas. I love bright green, so I was immediately excited to find the Pixie Maternity pajama set. Not only are they one of my favorite colors, but they are designed for both maternity and nursing which makes them as practical as they are pretty.

The top appears to be very soft, and I love the flowered print on the bottoms. As an added bonus, the set comes with a matching infant gown, which is appropriate for either a boy or a girl. I’m hoping they can keep me comfortable this summer as I get bigger and bigger.

You can purchase the Pixie Maternity pajama set for $78 at bellablumaternity.com.

Have a toddler who is interested in what is happening when your new baby is breastfeeding? Simply want to advocate breastfeeding and raise your child’s awareness of it? Made with a magnet in baby’s mouth and one in mama’s breast, the Mini Mama Breastfeeding Doll is for anyone wishing to advocate nursing.

With swaddled baby wrapped around the mommy doll, the doll also promotes baby-wearing and, with the breastfeeding friendly handmade clothing mama is wearing, living in an eco-friendly way. Custom made to your specifications, mama and baby dolls will come in the hair, skin, and eye color you prefer.

At about 12” or 13” tall with baby at 6”, let your child drag the doll all over the place or use it to decorate a nursery (with the baby who lives in it made to look just like the baby doll.) Found at whereswaldorf.com.

While the debate about breastfeeding in public continues on, one thing is for sure; mothers who want to breastfeed are looking for a hassle-free way to do so. Glamourmom.com has responded with a product that provides simple style and functionality: a tank top with a built-in nursing bra.

No more heaving up the shirt and fiddling with the nursing bra here. There are simple snaps on either side that can be undone one-handed (I’ve practiced on mine a few times) adjustable straps, and a mesh lining in the shelf bra for nursing pads. It offers a bit more discretion than a nursing bra, as it only exposes what the baby needs.

There are a few simple varieties of the nursing top, including long sleeve and swimsuit versions. The nursing bra tanks start at $34, although you can purchase cheaper ones by selecting their color of the month. I opted for this and ordered an apple green color that screamed ‘I’m a discount color’ right away. The only other option for a discount is to choose a fabric design that may attract unwanted attention even when you’re not breastfeeding.

Purchases can be made online, but to save on shipping you can search for a retail store near you on their website at glamourmom.com. I’m anxious to give it a try on my soon-to-be-born son, and I get a feeling that I might be snagging a few more of these convenient tanks in the near future.

Nursing necklaces keep little hands at bay and promote hand/eye coordination, according to mynursingwear.com. This pretty example, called the Dragonfly Splendor necklace, is made with Jade and Sterling Silver and is certainly eye-catching, something one wants when choosing nursing jewellery. Why be drab and dull when the idea is to distract baby from pulling hair (or worse) and wiggling? The necklace costs $35.99 and can be matched to the collection’s own striped nursing top for $29.99 (or less when on sale.) A convenient site with its coordinated pieces, needless to say, but are the items geared toward the trendy mom? For the most part, though there are a few great wrap dresses, I have to give the clothing offered thumbs down and suggest perhaps a redesign in the future of My Nursing Wear.com!

I have never understood why there are so few nice nursing clothes on the market. It seems like there are tons of nursing pajamas, but nothing designed for work or for more formal functions. A few years ago I had so much trouble finding a nursing dress to wear to a friend’s wedding that I ended up buying a maternity dress. I wish I had discovered Majamas back then. This line makes a lot of fun pajamas, but they also make some great tops and dresses. I love this Koi Nursing Dress. The cut is very flattering and I like the way the accenting around the bodice draws attention away from the nursing openings. It definitely doesn’t look like the traditional, dowdy nursing dresses I am used to seeing! It also has a built in bra, so you don’t have to fumble with a nursing bra. If you are as impressed as I was, you can buy one for $69.99 from mommygear.com.