My Brest Friend vs Boppy: Which Nursing Pillow Is Better? (Canada)
Short answer: for breastfeeding, many parents who try both prefer My Brest Friend. It straps around your waist, the foam is firm and flat, and baby stays at breast height for the whole feed. Boppy is a soft C-shaped pillow that rests on your lap. It's comfy and handy for bottle feeding and lounging, but baby can sink toward the middle and the pillow slides as you shift.
Buy line: My Brest Friend Deluxe, $88.99 or the Super Deluxe, from $98.99 with extra back support. Free tracked shipping anywhere in Canada from an authorized retailer.
My Brest Friend vs Boppy at a glance
| My Brest Friend | Boppy | |
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Wraparound with a waist strap that clips at your back | C-shape that rests on your lap, no strap |
| Fill | Firm foam | Soft polyester fibre fill |
| Surface | Flat, so baby lies level | Rounded, so baby can dip toward the middle |
| Stays in place | Yes, strapped on | Moves as you move |
| Back support | Built-in back support; Super Deluxe adds extra padding | None |
| Hands-free | More, because it doesn't slide | Less |
| Best for | Breastfeeding, C-section recovery, parents who want a steady latch height | Bottle feeding, lounging, general use around the house |
| Cover | Removable, machine wash warm on gentle, air dry | Removable, machine washable |
| Price at Adorling | Deluxe $88.99, Super Deluxe from $98.99 | Not sold at Adorling |
The real difference: firm and strapped vs soft and loose
My Brest Friend wraps around you and clips at the back. Because it's attached to you, it doesn't slide off your lap or leave a gap at your side, and the flat foam keeps baby level with the breast. That steady height is what helps many parents get a comfortable latch without hunching forward.
Boppy is the classic C-shaped pillow. The soft fill feels cozy, and it's easy to toss on the couch for bottle feeds or cuddles. The trade-off is support: baby can roll into the dip, and you often end up adding a folded blanket or holding baby up with your arm.
Which one suits you
You're breastfeeding and want baby at the same height every feed: My Brest Friend. The Deluxe is a good place to start.
You had a C-section: My Brest Friend keeps baby off your incision. Read our nursing pillow for C-section recovery guide.
Your back and shoulders ache during feeds: the Super Deluxe adds a padded backrest.
You mostly bottle feed or want a lounging pillow: a soft C-shaped pillow like Boppy is fine.
Also weighing Momcozy? See My Brest Friend vs Boppy vs Momcozy, and our how to use My Brest Friend guide for fitting it.
Safety
Nursing pillows are for supervised, awake feeding only. Always hold your baby. Never use a nursing pillow for sleep or in a crib.
FAQ
Is My Brest Friend better than Boppy?
For breastfeeding, many parents prefer My Brest Friend because it straps around your waist and stays firm and flat, so baby stays at breast height without the pillow sliding. Boppy is softer and more versatile around the house. Which is better depends on how you feed.
Is My Brest Friend good after a C-section?
Many parents like it after a C-section because the firm, flat surface holds baby above the incision instead of resting on it, and it works well for the football hold. Always follow your care provider's advice after surgery.
Can I use a Boppy or My Brest Friend for tummy time or sleep?
Neither pillow is for sleep. Nursing pillows are for supervised, awake feeding. Never leave baby on a nursing pillow and never use one in a crib or for napping.
Can you wash My Brest Friend and Boppy?
Both have removable, machine-washable covers. The My Brest Friend foam insert is spot-clean only. See our guide on how to wash a My Brest Friend pillow.
Where can I buy My Brest Friend in Canada?
Adorling is an authorized Canadian retailer of My Brest Friend, with free tracked shipping anywhere in Canada and genuine, fully warrantied product.
Where to buy in Canada
Adorling is an authorized Canadian retailer of My Brest Friend: genuine product, full warranty, free tracked shipping on every Canadian order, and a real person at info@adorling.com. Shop all nursing pillows.