Choose Nursing Tops for Comfort, Style and Practicality

There was once a time when shopping for nursing clothes meant you had to settle for unflattering and often uncomfortable tops and jumpers, but these days that’s no longer the case. The sheer range of options available means you’ll be comfortable and stylish whilst having the level of practicality you need during the nursing stage, offering the perfect solution to your every wardrobe requirement.

Nursing tops come in a whole range of styles and designs to suit every taste imaginable, and with cleverly-concealed nursing openings there’ll be no faffing about when it’s time to feed. Many can even be worn during your pregnancy – the comfortable nature and soft materials mean they can perfectly cocoon a bump, offering tops that are suitable for any number of pregnancy and nursing stages. And, the stylish nature of these nursing tops mean you won’t have to worry about feeling frumpy, ensuring you can look good and feel great even when nursing.

Of course, if you really want to find nursing clothes that can meet your expectations you’re going to need to find a supplier that can accommodate your needs, and that’s why you need to take a look around. We passionately believe that all expectant and new mums should be able to stay stylish and comfortable throughout their pregnancy and beyond, and with a fantastic range of nursing tops to choose from you’ll soon find plenty of options that will meet your requirements. Our top-quality clothes will flatter your figure and keep you looking fabulous, so take a look around for comfortable, stylish yet totally practical clothes that will be perfect for all your nursing needs.

The Bella Mama YouTube channel

Sometimes seeing a single picture of a piece of breastfeeding or maternity wear isn't enough. Of course, it does give you some information, but it can still be hard to figure out how it will look and feel on your own body. You need to see how it looks on a real person- and a real person who has recently had a new baby, too!

It can also be really handy to see how breastfeeding clothes are intended to work. We like to sell tops and dresses that are simple, not overcomplicated, but it's nice for our mamas to see the wares in action before deciding which looks the easiest to use when breastfeeding and the comfiest and best looking when not. That's why we decided to build our very own Bella Mama channel on YouTube. Now, anyone who is curious about how our products work can take a look.

Breastfeeding clothes are intended to be discreet. First time mamas can be a little reluctant to give them a try, not knowing exactly how they work and how well. By watching the videos, we hope to show anyone who is considering breastfeeding away from the home just how easy and problem-free it can be. 




Bella Mama isn't just a shop that sells maternity wear. We want to be a resource for new mums and encourage more happy, healthy breastfeeding across the country. The YouTube channel is just one of the ways we're trying to make breastfeeding easier, more fun, and more popular.

Rock the Celeb Look with Maternity Knitwear

Autumn is well and truly upon us. A chill is in the air which means it’s time to cosy up in jumpers, fleeces and cardigans, and these days you can find maternity clothes that will look chic and stylish whilst keeping you toasty warm – pregnant celebs everywhere are rocking the knitwear trend, and with plenty of options to choose from you’ll be able to do the same.

The right maternity wear will mean you can keep your bump snug and cosy whilst looking great at the same time, and with plenty of knitwear items to choose from you’ll be spoilt for choice. Think chunky knits, oversize yet flattering jumpers and v-neck sweaters to flatter your new figure, and when you team them with on-trend pencil skirts you’ll be giving your look a designer edge whilst keeping effortlessly comfortable. Jumpers no longer have to be relegated to the back of the wardrobe or only worn when you’re relaxing at home, because the right pieces can catapult you up the style stakes.

Just take a look at Jennifer Garner – she’s been seen rocking the knitwear trend on numerous occasions throughout her pregnancy, and you can achieve the same look by opting for stylish jumpers or by layering fitted tops and casual cardigans. With so many different maternity clothes to choose from you’ll be spoilt for choice and if you come to us you’re bound to find all the maternity wear you could need to keep you warm yet stylish during the winter months, so make sure to channel the celeb trend of maternity knitwear and you can’t go wrong.

Breastfeeding in winter

After the last couple of unusually long, cold, and snowy winters here in the UK, many of us aren't looking forward to the end of autumn and the beginning of the chilly season. This one is expected to be just as tough, with the snow starting even earlier this time around. The usual solution is to insulate the windows and bundle up in warm clothes, but that can make breastfeeding a little tricky.

Nobody likes to feel the wintery chill on bare skin, but those mums that really want to breastfeed don't have to suffer. With the right nursing clothes it is possible to stay snug and feed your little one at the same time. Naturally, we're here to help.

At Bella Mama, we believe breastfeeding should be made as easy and as comfortable as possible. That means seeking out the best and most innovative breastfeeding tops, dresses, bras, and more. If it's gorgeous, discreet, and well-designed we want to stock it for our wonderful mamas. And because our business is run by a mum, for mums, we understand exactly what makes good nursing clothes. There are stylish, functional choices to suit any and every new mother.

We stock a whole range of excellent breastfeeding tops that will let your baby feed without exposing more than necessary, stretching your clothing, or feeling awkward. They work just as well in winter as they do in summer, but it's even more important to have the right clothing when breastfeeding in the cold!

Exclusive Breastfeeding Clothing only at Bella Mama

Bella Mama are the exclusive distributors of lebloomingchic nursingwear, a beautiful Singaporean label for pregnant and breastfeeding mamas.

Bloomingchic made its debut in several department stores in 2000 by celebrating the new millennium with a spring shower of fresh looks and cool summer comfort.

Today, Bloomingchic's collection can be found at their boutiques in Singapore and Indonesia, and here exclusively at Bella Mama in the UK.

This stylish Singapore breastfeeding label offers a dynamic collection of sleek separates, an elegant range of maternitywear and nursingwear that supports your lifestyle.

The Bloomingchic concept is distinctive-original and cutting-edge designs that spell chic and comfort for blossoming mums and fuller-figured women inspired by the hip and modern woman who wants it all!

Stylish Breastfeeding Dresses for Special Events

Finding the right clothes for a special occasion can be hard to find when pregnant or breastfeeding, which is why we here at Bella Mama should be your first port of call. We understand how frustrating it can be when looking for breastfeeding clothing, which is why you can find exactly what you are looking for on our website.

Our dresses are extremely comfortable to provide you with unrivalled support when pregnant or when breastfeeding your child. Our breastfeeding dresses all have easy access to the breast area, so you don't have to struggle in and out of the gown to feed your child.

We are committed to only providing our customers with stylish maternity clothes and breastfeeding clothing which is exceptionally fashionable and colourful. Therefore, you can rest assured that you will find the perfect outfit for a special occasion.

We believe that you shouldn't have to settle for an unflattering dress just because you are pregnant or breastfeeding, which is why we are passionate about providing our customers with only beautiful clothing which has been created from a range of the most talented designers.

Whether you are looking for an outfit for a wedding, christening, work event, lunch date, party or a holiday, you are sure to find exactly what you are looking for on our website. We also offer a stunning collection of high quality necklaces and bracelets which are extremely chic and are sure to complement your dress.

Be sure to take a look at our extensive collections today and look the belle of the ball with our Bella Mama occasion wear collection.

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One of my absolute favourite things about running my own business is searching out beautiful new breastfeeding clothing designers and bringing them to Bella Mama, so UK mamas can have the most gorgeous nursing designs to choose from when breastfeeding their babies...


I'm delighted to introduce another brand new designer to the range at bellamama, Love Milk is a new organic breastfeeding clothing brand set up in Sweden by mum of three, Helena Henning.

Love Milk offers a new type of nursing top, that works as an addition to a mum's existing wardrobe, which saves money as well as the environment and lets new mamas keep their own style.



Their design is unique and patented and allows breastfeeding discreetly in public with no fuss at all! The top has been designed with a deeper armhole, that is also fitted around the bust and stays there. To feed, you simply pull the armhole over the breast from the side, which means you don't show your boobs off to anyone. To hide the nursing access, you only need to wear your favourite cardigan, zip thru, shirt or tunic. It also works brilliantly with baby wraps, as it's so easy to access that your baby can stay in the wrap while feeding.

The top is made of 95% certified organic cotton and 5% elastane in a super soft jersey quality. It’s very elastic, yet gives great support when you don’t feel your firmest. Only environmentally friendly textile dyes, prints and production methods are used for Love Milk's products. Helena feels a great responsibility as a designer to create great pieces that won’t harm the world we live in.


Helena's background is in the fashion industry. She has a bachelor degree in fashion and textiles and worked as a mens and womenswear designer in London for 5 years, and a further 6 years in Sweden. She also has a degree in pattern cutting, which helps to make sure the fit of Love Milk's garments works for new mothers.

Check out Love Milk's range, available for the first time in the UK, at Bella Mama now!

Breastfeeding mamas share breastfeeding experiences at bellamama

Hello,

Today I am delighted to share our first breastfeeding mamas story with you all...

Kasia from Denmark is a mum of three... a 5 year old boy, 3 year old girl and another girl who is 9 weeks old. Thanks so much Kasia for sharing your breastfeeding story with us.
Kirsten
xx

I gave birth to my first child in the beginning of May, 2006. Olaf was born through a planned c-section, a healthy big boy, almost 3800g at 38w2d. It was obvious for me that I would like to breastfeed him as long as possible although there was no positive experience of breastfeeding in my family. My mom never succeeded in breastfeeding – knowing what I know now, I am sure that it was because she did not persist in trying and had no one to tell her what to do…

My attitude was clear – I wanted to do all I can to breastfeed my child and I believed that nature would help me. I am a vet, hence my trust in instinct is even bigger than ”average” – after all – we are mammals.

Whilst still at the surgery room, when the doctors were putting me ”together” after c-section, our boy went straight up to his topless dad ;-) who was with me all the time because we knew that early ”skin to skin contact” is very important for the baby.

Our first try in breastfeeding was actually right after we left the surgery room. Olaf was put to my breast and tried to suckle a bit but fall asleep very fast. Although I was happy that he was safely resting in my arms, it turned out to be our biggest problem throughout the first days.

My baby simply wanted to sleep… It looked as if he hadn’t been through enough labour stress. Some big hands took him from my belly, he was put into a warm snugly towel and decided to sleep on as usual. The problem was – I could not get my milk just from looking at him…

Together with nurses, we tried to put him to my breasts and encourage to suckle and although he seemed to be good at it,  he always stopped after a moment and ”sailed away”. I was getting more and more worried, especially that I knew that my baby was not getting ANY food. After 48hours I was ready to beg nurses to give him a bottle but then my midwife came and said that she had a much better idea. She brought a big electric breast pump and showed me how to use it. I had to sit up and pump every 2-3 hours for at least 20-30 minutes, day and night.

Oh, it wasn’t funny…

My hormones were playing games with me, I was feeling tired, low and ugly and only the sight of my sleeping boy gave me strenght not to throw it all away..

My husband was with me most of the time as we could share a private room – just us two and the baby, but I asked for no other visits as I needed quietness, rest and focus.  At first I was able to collect just a couple of drops, but the amount of milk was getting bigger with every time I used the pump.. 

All nurses were very helpful – they took clothes off my baby to make him more awake and all the collected milk was given to my him with a small plastic cup, no bottles. In the very beginning Olaf was also getting some artificial babymilk but only a few times untill my breasts ”understood their job”.

And thanks to the ”baby gymnastic” and getting just a little bit of milk in his stomach every 3rd hour, Olaf started to show interest in eating and was actualy more awake – asking for food.

God I was happy!

We were able to leave the hospital 5 days after c-section as Olaf started sucking on his own and there was ”plenty in store”.

Luckily, although my breasts were filled up with incredible amount of milk, I had no tendency of getting breast inflammation, however I got another problem. As I was breastfeeding about 14 hours a day, my nipples got incredibly sore.

It was worst at the very moment he was starting to suckle and maybe half a minute after that. I had tears in my eyes and was biting my tongue not to scream. My mom who was visiting at that time, two weeks after Olaf was born, started gently to ask me whether it was worth the pain and struggle but I heard from my midwife that this feeling will end and so… it did.

About 6 weeks after giving birth I was able to enjoy breastfeeding.

And when I say ENJOY – I mean it!

It was an incredible summer – long walks in town, plenty of sun and warmth and MANY hours of breastfeeding – as Olaf was not only hungry but often just thirsty because of the high temperature. I was never worried and not even once considered giving him extra liquids because I knew my milk was adjusting to the conditions, and as Olaf was growing gladly and all the nappies were wet – I knew he had all he needed as long as my breasts were ”on hand”

Now I am breastfeeding my third child. She was born 28th April 2011 – a day before 3rd birthday of her bigger sister and 5 days before Olaf's 5th b-day.

All my children were born through a  planned c-cection but there was absolutely no ”milk problem” with my girls.

And because breastfeeding is like riding a bike – you cannot forget it – it’s surely less stressful the second and every other time.

With the first baby it takes some time and patience to learn to breastfeed right, so no one can feel disturbed seeing you doing it in the middle of the shopping center, but once you get the techniqe and the RIGHT clothes which are huge help, hiding that post pregnancy tummy and opening just enough – it goes smooth.

I have never heard any bad comments from strangers, but sometimes people stop and smile friendly, especially hearing baby swallowing vigorously :-)

If I should have any advice for the newbaked moms struggling to breastfeed during the first days and weeks of their motherhood – trust your instincts, give it a good try, be persistant and think positive. And once you succeed and the milk is flowing, satisfying your baby’s needs – buy some good nursing bras and good quality tops and enjoy your time with the little one no matter where you are.

Because there are no words that can express the feeling… And the joy of seeing your child growing on YOUR milk is incredible..  So I better enjoy it whilst I still can as I will not have any more children…

New mums encouraged to try breastfeeding tops

Pregnant mums should consider investing in dual-purpose maternity and breastfeeding clothing as a UK survey shows strong support for breastfeeding.

A recent YouGov poll has discovered that almost three-quarters of the British public think that it is better for babies to be breast-fed.

72% in total feel that it is better for babies to be breastfed, over half (55%) thought it would be "much better", whilst 17% thought it would be slightly better.

The survey found that 17% thought that neither breastfeeding nor bottle feeding were significantly better than the other, with a tiny 1% thinking that it is healthier for babies to be bottle fed.

Bella Mama stock a beautiful range of breastfeeding clothing, including nursing tops and nursing dresses.

Breastfeeding Dresses in Beautiful Summer Berry Shades from Bella Mama

Hi,

Things have been so busy recently I've hardly had the chance to sit down and update bellamama's blog. A whole succession of bank holidays, Easter and a holiday in France has taken me away from the office (leaving you all in Nicola's capable hands!) and allowed me to have a relaxing break!

My brother-in-law is getting married this summer, and Miss O is going to be a bridesmaid which will be so much fun. I haven't planned my own outfit yet, but trying to plan what I am going to wear for their special day reminded me of the my sister's wedding 4 years ago and my own search for a gorgeous but easy-to-feed-in dress which inspired me to set up bellamama in the first place. I know the stress of searching and searching for something lovely to wear whilst breastfeeding!!

Lots of you lucky new mamas have fabulous events to attend over the summer months, from family and friends weddings, to christenings and parties, and from chatting to my customers I know that finding a fabulous, flattering breastfeeding dress is high up on the priority list.

The past couple of months have seen a huge number of breastfeeding and maternity dresses flying off the shelves at bellamama. This year I've selected a really wide range of styles, lengths and colours and we certainly have something to suit everyone!

So many of the breastfeeding dresses sold out within hours of hitting the website, and I am busily restocking the most popular styles to meet the ongoing demand. If there's anything that you like on the website which is showing as out of stock, it's worth giving us a call or dropping us an email and we can quickly update you on an anticipated in-stock date!

Equally, if you'd like advice on the best styles for you, or the way that the dresses fit, or how the nursing openings work, please get in touch! I love being able to help out in any way I can, and know it can be tricky shopping on-line.

Kirsten xx

Bellamama introduces Maternalove Goddess Convertible Breastfeeding Dress

Wear it, wrap it, tie it! Bellamama UK are  proud to be the first to introduce Maternalove's Convertible Nursing Dress, their signature multiway, adjustable dress that can be worn for maternity, nursing and beyond. 

This versatile dress has two long, wide straps sewn to the waistband allow you to style the dress in a multitude of ways. Hidden nursing openings allow you to breastfeed discreetly and in style. This is your must-have dress that will see you wearing it season after season. Wrap and tie it for a completely different look each time. No one will ever know it is the same dress. 

Here’s why you’ll love Maternalove's Convertible Nursing Dress: 

** It is versatile. It’s one dress, with many looks! Wrap and wear the dress in a multitude of ways. Fashion it into a halter, style it into a one-shoulder, convert it into a cap sleeve, wear it as a kimono or change it into a butterfly sleeve. 

** It’s sexy, it’s stylish, it’s chic. Inject a bit of celebrity into your wardrobe. Inspired by the glamour of Hollywood, this dress is not short on fashion and appeals to the fashion-conscious, trend-setting mother. 

** It is flattering. Made from luxurious fabric, the dress drapes fluidly and cascades gently over your body. One size fits all, the dress is comfortable and flatters suitable for a variety of figures. 

** It is perfect for any and every occasion. Take it to lunch or dinner, hit the party circuit, go shopping, wear it for a special event or the festive season. 

** It can be worn for maternity and nursing. The dress is a duo-function. Show off your belly in style during pregnancy. Post-partum, wear it and breastfeed in style. Nursing openings that are carefully concealed will allow you nurse your baby on the go. 

** It’s the one piece of nursing clothing you cannot live without. The Convertible Nursing Dress is an investment piece that will see you wearing it season after season and from pregnancy to nursing and beyond. 

The Convertible Nursing Dress - for fashionista moms, just like you. For instructions on ways to wear, Click here Fabric: Made from 95% rayon, 5% spandex 


Kirsten
xxx

More Jenna Breastfeeding Tops arriving soon at bellamama

One of our best-sellers at bellamama this year has been the gorgeous Jenna top from Annee Matthew. Made from beautifully soft and environmentally friendly bamboo fabric, this top is perfect for a new breastfeeding mum.

The ruching at the bottom of the top, and the draped overlayer are fabulous at disguising a post-natal tummy...  The gathering detail of the scoop neck is very flattering to a larger bust, and the pretty gathered bell sleeves are a lovely feminine detail.

If you've had a broken night's sleep, you'll find the lovely aubergine colour is brilliant for perking up a less than lively complexion!

The Jenna top is also available in the very lovely paradise blue colourway, brand new for this season.

This top is one of the fastest selling tops at bellamama, so if you like it please, please, please order quickly whilst there is still stock available! I have asked Annie to run the top again in AW11 as it's such an amazingly flattering and popular breastfeeding top.

Kirsten
xxx

More NEW breastfeeding clothing at Bella Mama!

I'm thrilled that Bella Mama are introducing another new range to the UK - Everly Grey are an exciting brand from the USA who create beautiful clothing for pregnant and nursing mums. 

Everly Grey was created in 2009 out of a deep love and appreciation for fashion – in particular, the maternity genre.  Sensing a void in the market of sophisticated prints and a contemporary aesthetic featuring an equally attractive price point for busy moms-to-be, Everly Grey has become the hot, up & coming maternity label that includes a wide array of easy-to-wear fabrics and styles of tops, dresses, skirts and pants.

The look of Everly Grey is based on weaving feminine and modern prints with a tranquil ease in styling that makes the brand relatable to all women.  With a growing set of collections, Everly Grey’s designs empower women with style and glamour.

Everly Grey's Tara and Piper breastfeeding tops are longer sleeved and perfect for our current weather, and the Lizzie, Harper and Kingston tops are beautifully suited for spring/summer and will look lovely under a cardigan or shrug until the weather warms up!!

Check out the Everly Grey range at Bella Mama now, and let me know what you think. I'm giving away a top of your choice to one lucky mama, just leave me a comment on the blog or on FB letting me know which top is your favourite and why, and the size you'd like S, M or L. Winner to be picked on Friday 11th!! 

Kirsten

xx

Meet the newest Breastfeeding Clothing designer at Bella Mama!

Tired of the same old mumsy breastfeeding clothing styles on the UK high street? So was I!
 
There is such a wide variety of beautiful breastfeeding tops and nursing dresses available around the world, there's just no need to settle for something big, baggy and unflattering when you want to breastfeed your little one. Bella Mama brings a huge variety of nursingwear together at one easy-to-shop-at site! Bella Mama has a vast selection of different nursingwear designers, styles and types of nursing access, and there's something for every occasion.

I love searching for new breastfeeding clothing designers to bring to the UK market, keeping our nursingwear range as fresh and varied as possible!
 

The latest addition to our range is chic French nursingwear designers Pomkin. Simply exuding Parisian elegance, this ultra-chic range of breastfeeding clothing is luxurious, high quality and beautifully designed.

Delicious fabrics, gorgeous colours, pretty ruching and a fabulous cut ensure that you look amazing whilst breastfeeding your baby.

Check out Pomkin's nursing Dresses and Pomkin's breastfeeding Tops at Bella Mama now...

Kirsten
x

Sleep tips for sleep-deprived Breastfeeding Mamas

Sleep is definitely one of those things which is in short supply when you have a new baby. Sleep deprivation really takes its toll and can leave you feeling pretty rotten.

All the advice you are likely to get from friends and well-meaning relatives is "Sleep when the Baby Sleeps"...

Ha, if only it were that easy! So if sleep is a longed-for luxury for you, here are a couple of tips to help you get some much needed rest...

Don't check the clock! 
When I had my first baby and he woke for a feed in the night, the first thing I would do is check the clock. I would feed him, check how long the feed had taken, then put him back to bed and worry about how few precious hours of sleep I would be able to snatch before he woke up for his next feed.

Gah!

That made me more stressed and made it even more difficult to fall asleep again after the feed.

Focussing *or obsessing in my case* about how little sleep I was getting just made me even more stressed and really highlighted to me how much time I was awake.

So, my advice is instead of focussing on how much time you have spent awake, do what you have to do, then go back to bed as quickly as possible!

I also found it really important to shift my expectations, and accept that as a new mum my sleep WOULD be more fragmented than it used to be, but found once I accepted that my sleep was going to broken for a while, I quickly become calmer and less stressed about it.

Take 20 minutes to yourself every day
As a new mum you will naturally have a lot of demands on your time, but the washing/cleaning/ironing/cooking/hoovering/phone calls will always be there!

You will just run yourself ragged trying to keep on top of everything, so it's important to just turn your back on the mess and the washing up and take some time for yourself. 20 minutes spent quietly by yourself relaxing whilst your baby naps, whether you are reading or just lying on the bed gives you a chance to clear your mind and come back to being a super-mummy slightly fresher than you were before!

If you have an elder child at home too, I found introducing some "Quiet Time" into their day really helped both of us. After lunch, Quiet Time was a chance for my kiddos to be quiet for a short time, playing, doing jigsaws or looking at books, giving us all a much needed time out before another busy afternoon!

Earplugs
I have a friend who swore by wearing her earplugs to bed every night. Apparently studies have shown that mothers of new babies wake approximately every few minutes to check on their baby, but don't really remember more than a handful of these times.

No wonder new mamas are exhausted.

So, even if it's only one night a week, go to bed early with your earplugs in and let dad bring the baby through to you for a breastfeed in the night. Undisturbed sleep = bliss.

Give Dad the first night-time feed
Once breastfeeding is established, you can express milk for the late night-time feed and go to bed early leaving your partner in charge of the late feed.

I used to pump just before going to bed at 8pm and slept through until the 2am feed!

*wooh*

Honestly, when you are really sleep-deprived that undisturbed stretch of deep sleep was just the thing I needed to get me through the next day! 

Accept all offers of help
Even if you're a real "coper", it makes such a difference to swallow your pride and accept any and all offers of help. A couple of hours rest in the middle of the day whilst a friend takes baby out for a walk in the pram will make you feel so much better. Another (very lucky!) friend of mine decamped to her mum's house with her new baby and slept and rested whilst her mum looked after her grandchild and generally pampered her new-mama daughter. Awww. 

Likewise as a new mum, all offers of helping with the cleaning, cooking a meal and babysitting should be grabbed with both hands.

Don't feel bad or guilty about this AT ALL! People love to feel useful, so they are making themselves feel good too. And they get to spend time with your gorgeous little one - who can resist a beautiful baby?

Would love to hear if you have any other fab tips to help new mums with getting more sleep!

Kirsten
xx

Breastfeeding is doing it naturally

Breastfeeding is truly the most natural thing any woman can do, yet this very subject creates a lot of controversy. Our modern lifestyles are usually fast paced and women continue with their normal daily lives throughout pregnancy and afterwards. Many new mums find breastfeeding in public tricky and in truth many women feel uncomfortable doing so wearing inappropriate clothes so the answer lies in breastfeeding clothes.

In fact, breastfeeding clothes completely changes how mamas can plan their days when they breastfeed a little one. All the garments are designed to make it possible for a new mum to breastfeed with the minimum of fuss and she most definitely doesn’t have to get undressed to do so. The tops and dresses are styled to be cross-over or have special opening panels for easy access.

For women on the go

Breastfeeding clothes must not only be functional; it has to be very comfortable and at the same time must be stylish and make mothers feel gorgeous when they wear them. For a long time new mums complained bitterly that they cannot find smart looking and comfortable breast feeding clothes, but designers have listened and at Bella Mama you find a whole range of breastfeeding clothes.

Everything on offer is made from soft and stretchy materials that fit well and looks great. At the same time all the garments on offer are easily washable, which is important. The great thing is you can shop for all breastfeeding clothes at one easy to use site.

You will find night wear, lounge wear, tops and dresses as well as accessories such as breastfeeding ponchos and covers for that extra privacy needs. With easy online shopping you can have all your breastfeeding clothes delivered to your doorstep.

Free Breastfeeding Clothing - Bella Mama Giveaway!

Hello,

I'm stock-checking today, and have a few items of breastfeeding clothing which are taking up space in the office! I need to clear the decks, as I have lots of lovely new SS11 clothing heading to bellamama in the next few weeks.

So, up for grabs are some free breastfeeding tops which are either in need of slight repair or have been used for display purposes. FREE to a good home, I'd rather someone got some use out of them than have them gathering dust in the office!

If you are interested, please send me an email (kirsten@bellamama.co.uk), add a comment to the blog or a message on facebook and let me know what you'd like. First come, first served.

Happy Breastfeeding!

Kirsten
xx

Maternalove ruched top turquoise Small 10
Small hole under the empire line, can easily be stitched.  GONE!

Maternalove Butterfly top Large 14
stitching coming undone under the empire line GONE!

Glamourmom nursing vest 10 (28-32 A-C)
Perfect, but mislabelled as a L! GONE!

Maternalove tulip top Small 10
fabric flaw - holes in the fabric under the nursing layer. Could be fixed with some iron-on fabric to the reverse. Can't see this flaw from the front of the top GONE!

Bella Mama Melissa Top Small 10
used for display GONE!

 Bella Mama Juno Black Small 10
display, otherwise perfect. GONE!

Maternalove Butterfly top Large 14 Green
stitching coming undone under empire line GONE!

BEST Breastfeeding Tops for keeping warm during the cold weather!

Brrrr... January... cold, miserable and now the snow looks to be on its way back again.  Yikes. I've been getting loads of requests for cosy, warm breastfeeding tops and have two brilliant suggestions for keeping your back, sides and tummy warm whilst being able to nurse your little one quickly and easily.

Firstly, Momzelle nursingwear. These tops have been so popular this season, I have restocked three times already. Designed specifically for nursing mothers, with extra room in the chest and tummy area, these tops are a perfect fit and have been flying off Bella Mama's shelves! Made from super-soft cotton (the black ones are also made from organic cotton) with full sleeves, and longer length to cover post-partum tummies comfortably.

The range comes in a variety of vibrant hues, including gorgeous pops of colour to lift your spirits in winter - warm purple, beautiful berry and funky turquoise.

Hugely popular this season is Momzelle's very cosy turtleneck, a loose and stylish turtleneck which is very flattering. I found a lovely review of the top on Momzelle's site:

There are so many wonderful things about this top. First of all, it's a great choice for 'going out' somewhere, as it can be worn dressy with a nice pant or skirt (or skinny jeans and heels!). The fabric is of such good quality, you can tell because it maintains its integrity after many washes. The neck isn't your typical turtleneck, it's much more trendy and loose which looks more modern. The length is great, and most importantly, it is very easy to breastfeed in this top while being discreet. I am very happy with this top. 

My second recommendation for fabulous winter nursingwear are the stunning designs from Milker. Each time I've restocked Milker knits and dresses have been really eagerly awaited - their striped dress was the fastest selling item at Bella Mama this season!   

Milker's smartly designed toasty-warm woollen knits are made from a baby-soft wool and viscose blend fabric. Breastfeeding in Milker's tops is a cinch - simply lift the empire line panel to access the nursing openings. Stylish, warm and very flattering, Milker's easy-to-wear clothes are just fabulous.

I've had lots of feedback to say how many compliments mamas have received whilst wearing Milker clothing, and how confident and comfy the clothing makes them feel. I still have a limited number of Milker's woollen tops and dresses left in stock, so if you'd like a cosy addition to your nursing wardrobe during the cold weather, please check out the lovely designs at www.bellamama.co.uk 

Kirsten xx