Breastfeeding can be one of the most beautiful bonding experiences between mother and baby, but for many women, it can also be physically demanding. From aching shoulders to strained backs, discomfort during feeding is far more common than many parents expect.
New research from the Baby Wellness Foundation highlights just how widespread the issue is – in a survey of more than 2,000 mothers with babies aged 0–18 months, eight in ten reported experiencing physical discomfort while breastfeeding due to poor posture or inadequate support. Unfortunately, one in four even considered stopping breastfeeding altogether because of the pain.
It’s this very challenge that inspired Italian nursery brand Inglesina to develop its latest innovation, the Elysia Nursing Pillow. The Elysia is a thoughtfully engineered feeding support cushion designed to prioritise the wellbeing of both mum and baby.
The Elysia has been developed in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of midwives, paediatricians, physiatrists and bioengineers to ensure it supports healthier feeding posture. Therefore, its heart-shaped ergonomic design promotes correct alignment, helping to relieve tension in the neck, shoulders and back while reducing strain on the arms.
And not forgetting baby’s comfort, the dual-density surface offers gentle yet stable support throughout every feed, whether breastfeeding or bottle feeding, helping them remain comfortably positioned and close to their parent.
Getting the science out the way, the Elysia is undoubtedly beautifully made. Designed to regulate temperature and maintain airflow, the outer cover combines soft bamboo fabric with breathable 3D mesh, while the inner water-repellent lining offers protection against any spills.
The removable cover is easy to wash, and a discreet magnetic lumbar strap is an ingenious extra that helps to maintain a snug and secure fit around the body.
Three handy ergonomic handles make the pillow easy to lift, adjust and carry, perfect for moving around the home or on the go.
Available in a calming palette of Balance Green, Harmony Grey and Quiet Beige, the Elysia Nursing Pillow is available now priced £89.99 from www.inglesina.uk
