Since Quinn was born (5 years ago now!), both my real life and internet friends have asked me about the best sports bras for nursing moms. Of course, I realize sports bras aren’t the ideal undergarment for nursing a baby, but life happens and sometimes you need to feed your little one right before, during, or after a workout. (Hey, it’s just a tiny bit of sweat, right?) The best sports bras for nursing moms mentioned below are all-around awesome when it comes to support, comfort, and, well, easy access when you need it.
I know it’s been a little awhile since I nursed Quinn, but these sports bras continue to be some of my favorites (particularly for running), which means they definitely have some longevity when it comes to my exercise wardrobe. I wore a number of them when I was pregnant and still continue to wear them today. With that, here are the best sports bras for nursing moms!
The best sports bra for nursing moms:
SYROKAN Women’s Front Adjustable Lightly Padded Wirefree Racerback High Impact Sports Bra – Once my beloved Brooks Juno Bra was discontinued, I was on the hunt for a substitute – this is an exact dupe! It’s perfect for high-impact activities and running because it’s a sports bra that basically has it all — plenty of support, shape (no uni-boob), full coverage (no crazy cleavage), soft-padded keyhole back closure for proper fit, and adjustable straps that completely un-Velcro when you need it. And I love that it’s a racerback to go with all of my tank tops.
Fiona Sports Bra – The Fiona is similar to the Juno, but it’s not a racerback. I’m a big tank top person, so I often picked my Juno over my Fiona. The Fiona is still an awesome sports bra for nursing because it has front-adjustable straps that completely unhook with the same molded, lightweight cups for a natural shape and lots of support. It just depends which style you like better. They’re both great sports bras for nursing!
Maia Sports Bra – This sports bra has some serious coverage. It’s quite generous and covers a good portion of the chest. The support is almost like two-in-one since there’s molded cups to maintain shape and underwire to support each breast individually. Once again, there are adjustable straps and a soft-padded back closure for a great fit and plenty of comfort for fuller-cupped women. It’s also for sale on Zappos, so be sure to take advantage of the free shipping both ways!
Rebound Racer – This is a new-to-me sports bra, but I was pleasantly surprised by the style and fit because it was so comfortable and supportive. But what set this sports bra apart as a nursing sports bra (or just a really customizable one) is the front-adjustable straps. They stay nice and flat again the chest, and I know they’re not going anywhere!
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I’m surprised no one has come out with an “official” nursing sports bra. Definitely seems like there would be a market for them.
I never invested in a nursing sports bra but should have. There were countless times I was unhooking my sports bra and practically taking it off to nurse. Definitely grabbing one of these if there’s a baby #2!
Loved the Juno for when I was nursing my little one! Bought it because you did a post about it 🙂
Haha, will they work well as pushup bras for those who have AAA tatas?
This is excellent. I’m expecting in 10-weeks and can’t wait to get back into a workout regime also! Thanks for sharing 🙂
I honestly did not even know there were nursing sports bras. I always struggle to nurse my little one when I have a sports bra on… It’s never easy or pretty! But now I’m glad I’ve learned that nursing bras exist and I will have to try them.
Oh my gosh yes!!! I would remove my bra to nurse before and after every run/workout and it was such a pain! The bras I have are the worst for nursing so these look amazing!!!
Thank you! I just bought and used a Juno. I think that’s the first time I’ve had good support since I started nursing. :0)
That’s awesome! So glad you like it!!
Love this! I do not like my nursing sports bra at all! I only use it for light workouts because the support is lacking!
hahaha haha……. this is excellent. I want to brought for my GF………………………..
I love my moving comfort bras always but especially while nursing. They have great support, come in band and cup sizes so they fit well and they have strap adjusters that come undone at the shoulder so you have easy boob access.
My one postpartum regret is that I didn’t just invest in some good sports bras. I always just doubled up, but so uncomfortable!!! Great post! Will keep it in my back-pocket for next time 🙂
Senita makes amazing nursing sports bras!! The best I’ve found – and they’re not super expensive!