Hotslings Nursing Cover, Leaves Noir

 (4 customer reviews)

You can wear this out. Looks like a regular shawl. Lightweight and breathable. Much better than struggling with a receiving blanket.

As the mom of a one month old who is exclusively breastfed, I prefer using a nursing cover when I'm out in public and the baby needs to eat. It's a personal decision, but I find it difficult to stay discreet - especially with a baby who likes to pop off the breast frequently. I had high hopes for the Hotslings Nursing Cover, but it fell short of expectations.

Pros: Lovely fabric ! This is a stylish poncho-style cover that's a little less obvious than the apron-style nursing covers that are so popular right now. The asymmetric shape is good for maintaining coverage while nursing on either side and in either a cradle/cross-cradle or football hold.

Cons: Unlike the apron-style nursing covers, there is no reinforced piece at the neckline to allow you to peek under the cover to get the baby latched on. I still need to watch to make sure she latches well, and with this cover I can't see a thing. The two times I used this cover I had to have my husband prop the...Read more

This nursing cover is stylish and functional. It does what it's supposed to do without drawing too much attention to you while nursing in public. It also has a large neck whole so that you can see your baby while you are feeding him or her. It seems much better than most other nursing cover I've seen. It is a little pricey, but I've used it so many times that it was worth it! If you have something like this you will feel so much better about breastfeeding your baby anywhere, anytime.