The best A-frame nursing bras for extra support and coverage

Nursing bras with A-frames are awesome when it comes to extra support during breastfeeding. Especially if you have large breasts, they help hold your boobs in place and prevent drooping when your cups are down.

A-frame nursing bras also give you that little bit of extra boob coverage when you are breastfeeding in public. These are my favorites:

Best overall A-frame nursing bra: Cake Maternity Croissant Nursing Bra

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Why I love the Cake Croissant Nursing Bra

• Fits sizes 32C to 42I
• It’s buttery-soft on the skin (like a croissant)
• Lightly contoured cup for shape and lift, giving you a nice silhouette under tight tops
• Has flexi-wires for extra support
• Cotton-lined A-frame sling for modesty
• Has smooth lines – great t-shirt bra
• 3D spacer fabric allows air flow and gives you a cooling effect
• OEKO-TEX certified so you know it is free from harmful chemicals
• Matching brief available

 What I don’t like about it

• On the pricier side
• There is no busty option for moms with larger breasts
• Flexi-wired bras are not recommended for new moms and if your breasts are still fluctuating in size

Best budget A-frame nursing bra: Momanda Wire-free Lace Nursing Bra

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Why I love the Momanda Lace Bra

• It’s a beautiful lacy bra, perfect to help you feel pretty
• Fits sizes 32A to 40E
• A wide range of colors available – 18
• Has no underwire with a wide lace comfortable under-bust band
• Easy drop-down clips quick breastfeeding access
• Adjustable hook and eye closure at the back
• The cup padding helps protect from nipple show-through and milk leaks but is thin enough to fold easily during breastfeeding
• The sewn-in paddings don’t need adjusting after washing or breastfeeding
• Soft, light, and stretchy lace material that provides support and is comfortable enough to wear all day
• Very affordable price

What I don’t like about it

• The plunging neckline gives you cleavage but your boobs might fall out if you have large breasts
• Sizes run small so you might need to order a size up
• Not supportive enough for large breasts

Best wireless A-frame nursing bra: HOTmilk Show Off Nursing Bra

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Why I love the HOTmilk Show Off Nursing Bra

• Fits sizes 32C to 42H
• it’s made of 100% cotton
• Wireless but has a thick under-bust band and strong straps for support
• lightly lined soft cups to absorb milk leaks and prevent nipple show through
• looks smooth under t-shirts and tighter tops
• 6 hook and eye extensions
• beautiful lace detailing helps me feel more like a woman, not just a milk factory
• larger cups come with wider straps for added support

What I don’t like about it

• the full coverage cups come up quite high and can peep over V-necks or low cut tops

Best T-shirt A-frame nursing bra: Wacoal Nursing Contour Bra

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Why I love Wacoal Contour Bra

• Fits size 32D to38G
• The cups can be unclipped with one hand making it easier and faster to breastfeed
• Has an A-frame sling that supports your breast weight when the cups are down and doesn’t leave you exposed
• Has a flexible underwire that provides support and doesn’t dig in
• 5 hook and eye options which provides leeway to adjust
• It looks really pretty with a lace trim, a little something to help lift your spirits up
• Fabric is soft, lightweight and, comfortable
• Wide under-bust band for comfort and support with adjustable strong shoulder straps

What I don’t like about it

• The lace can peep out from low-cut tops and might be also visible under sheer shirts.
• Not available in larger sizes
• It is a bit pricey

Best underwire A-frame nursing bra: Freya Pure Sculpt Underwire Molded Nursing Bra

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Why I love the Freya Pure Sculpt Bra

• Fits sizes 30D to 40G
• Easy one-handed clip down cups
• The molded soft cups separates and lifts your breasts
• Made of sturdy, light fabric that will last
• The flexi-wire provides added support
• The contour feature gives you a naturally rounded breast shape
• Does not show under shirts

What I don’t like about it

• The shoulder straps are not wide enough
• On the pricey side

Best A-frame nursing sports bra: Cake Maternity Zest Nursing Sports Bra

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Why I love the Cake Zest Nursing Sports Bra

• fits sizes 32B to 40K
• it’s one of the few nursing sports bras around for high impact activities
• the combination of flexi-wire and structured cups minimize boob bounce
• the molded cups separate your breasts and reduce inter-boob sweat
• Wide padded straps to disperse weight
• Made of smooth spacer material to reduce friction and wick moisture away from body
• Convertible to racerback for extra support
• OEKO-TEX certified so you know it’s free from harmful chemicals
• Matching brief available – Zest Brief
• Comes in 3 cool colors
• Adjustable with 5 hook and eye options

What I don’t like about it

• It’s on the pricier side

To wrap up

Most nursing bras have side slings but there are a handful of high quality A-frame nursing bras on the market. They are especially useful when you have large breasts and need a bit more support and coverage when your cups are down.

Quick links:

• The 9 best underwire  nursing bras that don’t cause clogged ducts
• The 13 best wireless nursing bras on Amazon
• The 8 best cotton nursing bras
• The 6 best sleep pumping bras on Amazon
• The 7 best sleep bras for sleeping like a baby

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Sharon James

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I am a mom of 2 bossy toddlers. I breastfed both and struggled through all the usual breastfeeding issues. Now I give nursing moms the info you need to make good decisions during your breastfeeding journey.

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