There are many reasons you might undergo a c-section for the birth of your baby. During c-section recovery, you’ll likely have certain limitations you’ll need to adhere to. This can be challenging  as you navigate life as a new mom, but Tushbaby is here to help.

One consideration after a c-section is finding a way to nurse your baby safely to ensure your incision site is healing and you're not putting extra strain on your body. SO, a must-have for your C-section recovery is a nursing pillow that allows you to keep your baby from rubbing against a healing incision and provides added support for comfortable nursing.

The Tushbaby Carrier can help you achieve just that. Babywearing after a c-section is one way a mom can still nurse her baby safely and carry her belongings conveniently while allowing her body to recover. Of course, this decision to babywear after a c-section should be made in partnership with your care provider— and by listening to your body! Now’s not the time to overdo it, mommas. 

Best Nursing Pillow After C-Section

Table of Contents

• Is a nursing pillow good for C-section?
• Why is breastfeeding harder with c-section?
• How does a c-section affect nursing?
• What to look for in a nursing pillow to use after a c-section
• What position should I breastfeed after C-section?
• Tips for breastfeeding with a nursing pillow after c-section
• Benefits of breastfeeding with a nursing pillow after c-section

Is a nursing pillow good for C-section?

As we mentioned, a nursing pillow can be great for moms recovering from a c-section in order to reduce strain on their body and allow their baby to remain away from a healing incision while nursing. A nursing pillow can help take some of the pressure off your body from your baby’s weight. Although tiny, that weight and pressure can add up (especially with a newborn who’s feeding frequently). 

Why is breastfeeding harder with c-section?

If you find breastfeeding more challenging while recovering from your c-section, you’re not alone. In fact, there are many reasons why nursing after a c-section can be more challenging. Here are just a few of those reasons: 

• Incision pain: With a healing incision, nursing can become more challenging while trying to keep a baby from rubbing against and irritating your healing site.
• Healing muscles: Not only have you undergone surgery while birthing your child, but your uterine muscles are also contracting back down to normal size post-pregnancy. This muscle discomfort or pain can make it challenging to lift any weight, including your baby’s weight for feeding. That’s where the help of your Tushbaby can come in. With the ergonomic waistband, your baby’s weight is evenly distributed across your body while nursing.
• Breastmilk supply: Aside from the difficulties that your healing incision and uterus are experiencing, you may also have trouble with milk supply. A common reason for this is due to potential delay in breastfeeding from your birthing experience. Also, having potentially undergone a stressful birthing experience, this stress can play a role in reduced breast milk supply.  

How does a c-section affect nursing?

As we’ve mentioned above, there are a handful of reasons that your c-section can affect nursing. Aside from the more commonly known pain from surgery recovery, you may also be experiencing breast milk supply issues or navigating stress post-birth via c-section. While these challenges can feel scary, know that it’s possible to breastfeed post c-section successfully.

One of the ways to encourage milk production is by even more skin-to-skin time with your baby. That’s why the Tushbaby is the best nursing pillow carrier for moms recovering from a c-section. Our strap-free, ergonomic hipseat evenly distributes your baby’s weight—so you can take pressure off your healing body and incision while enjoying even more snuggles to promote milk supply. 

What to look for in a nursing pillow to use after a c-section

Knowing now the uniqueness of your recovery post c-section, finding a nursing pillow that’s comfortable for you is crucial. Aside from that, here are a few things you should look out for when choosing the best nursing pillow for c-section: 

• Supportive: To encourage proper healing, a nursing pillow post c-section should provide you with ample support for nursing. The Tushbaby carrier does just that when used in the feeding position.
  
• Adjustable: Especially with a healing incision, the last thing you want is something that fits too tight. Tushbaby’s adjustable hip seat carrier can double as your nursing pillow, allowing you to find the fit that works for you. If you need some extra room, the Waistband Extender can add up to 23 inches around the waist for a total of 70 inches. 

What position should I breastfeed after C-section?

When recovering post c-section, finding a position that works best for you while nursing can take some trial and error. While there are many nursing positions that you can try, two very common positions are: 

• Football position: This position helps keep your baby off your incision by holding your baby off to the side while sitting upright.
  
• Cradle position: This traditional nursing hold is where your baby is positioned on their side with their belly against you.
  

Tips for breastfeeding with a nursing pillow after c-section

While we’ve reviewed the many reasons why using a nursing pillow can help make nursing more comfortable post c-section, here are a few tips: 

• Don’t be afraid to change it up if you’re feeling uncomfortable. There are plenty of feeding positions you can try with your Tushbaby. 
  
• Don’t overdo it. Healing after a c-section can take some time. Listen to your body and follow your care provider's guidance to keep you safe. 

Benefits of breastfeeding with a nursing pillow after c-section

If you’ve been asking yourself, ‘are nursing pillows worth it?’ We hope we’ve helped you see just how beneficial nursing pillows are, especially after a c-section. With your Tushbaby doubling as a nursing pillow, your healing body has extra support from an ergonomic carrier that allows you to try various positions that keep your body (and your baby) comfortable.

Tushbaby is recommended by pediatricians, chiropractors, physical therapists, orthopedists, pelvic floor therapists, and spine surgeons—for both parents and babies. Be sure to check with your care provider if you’re unsure what restrictions you will have post c-section. 

Use your Tushbaby as you recover from a C-section while falling in love with your newborn. . . shop online today!