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Has anyone used My Brest Friend - and is it only needed if you have a c-section and/or preemie? It is very pricey - and the only reason I would look at it is if I had a c-section or preemie - or because I have had neck problems and I was hoping to avoid these resurfacing with nursing the new little one. I never used the Boppy pillow - tried a friends and never really liked it.
Thank for any opinions.
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Marilyn, My only experience was post c/s, but I swear by My Brest Friend. The nursing help at the hospital really encouraged having support under the baby so you don't lean over, but suggest using a flat surface pillow. Boppy is more awkward. There might be another brand pillow support that doesn't attach all the way around, but you want it to be flat. I get the neck pain easily. With a smaller baby especially it's ideal.
My sil who didn't have a c/s got a MBF, used it and loved it.
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Love it, love it, love it!!!! I know many people who swear by it, c-section or not. It really helps my back by supporting my lower back. I got it almost 4 years ago before the birth of my first ds, and just replaced the cover at the end of last year. Not because it was worn out, but because they re-styled the pillow and added a clip to take it off and on versus just the big (LOUD) velcro strap that used to wake baby up when you tried to take it off. Now it is a breeze to quietly slip off and on. I still use it with ds who is 6 months old now.
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Cindy Mac wrote:
| Love it, love it, love it!!!! I know many people who swear by it, c-section or not. It really helps my back by supporting my lower back. I got it almost 4 years ago before the birth of my first ds, and just replaced the cover at the end of last year. Not because it was worn out, but because they re-styled the pillow and added a clip to take it off and on versus just the big (LOUD) velcro strap that used to wake baby up when you tried to take it off. Now it is a breeze to quietly slip off and on. I still use it with ds who is 6 months old now. |
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Yes, Yes, Yes! Cindy, I want to get the new one because of this improvement. That velcro strap was so loud. It would wake up poor dh each time.
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It's great if you already own the original pillow, because you can get a replacement cover rather than have to re-purchase the whole thing. I'll try to find the link to the site I purchased my cover from - it's so nice and soft for baby.
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They also make one that is inflatable so you can take it with you anywhere.
I usually only use mine for a few weeks, but I couldn't do without it!
So glad to hear about the new cover. I hate the velcro, too! 
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So I got my new cover from Baby Center. I paid $19 for it (worth EVERY penny, btw), but I see it's on sale for $17.10 now. Bummer. FWIW, I got the Deluxe cover, and am so pleased with it.
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Cindy Mac wrote:
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 I'm so happy! Thanks so much, Cindy! About a year ago Pottery Barn Kids offered this pillow with this Deluxe cover, and I really wanted the soft cover and non velcro straps. You saved me a tremendous amount of money, and dh isn't going to need an explanation on WHY do I need another one.....
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I went through the same conversation with my dh - haven't we discussed before how similar they are? - and he was much happier with the less expensive option as well. The Deluxe is definitely comfy - I even like to rub my hand on it .Glad to have helped.
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Thanks for all the info. I am convinced. I have even managed to find a gently used one at a greatly reduced cost - (owned by a nurse at the Birthing Inn who has even offered to drop it off at my house - when she heard I was on modified bedrest!!)
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