Breastfeeding Support

Compare five popular nipple creams and balms side-by-side to find the right breastfeeding support for your needs and budget. Our independent comparison lets you check ingredients, prices and key features at a glance to help you decide what works best for you.

✓ Independently researched 5 products 1 buying guides Updated August 2026
Top picks in Breastfeeding Support
Lansinoh HPA Lanolin
Lansinoh #1
Lansinoh HPA Lanolin
mum. Approved
$19.99 at Baby Bunting
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MooGoo Nipple Butter
MooGoo #2
MooGoo Nipple Butter
Best value
$16.50 at Baby Bunting
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Medela PureLan 100
Medela #3
Medela PureLan 100
mum. Approved
$22.95 at Baby Bunting
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Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter
Earth Mama #4
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter
mum. Approved
approx. RRP $25
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Lanolips #5
Lanolips 101 Ointment Multi-Balm
mum. Approved
approx. RRP $18
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Medela PureLan 100
Medelamum. Approved

Medela PureLan 100

★ Best pure lanolin cream
from$14.955 retailers
Lansinoh HPA Lanolin
Lansinohmum. Approved

Lansinoh HPA Lanolin

★ Best for sore nipples
from$19.991 retailer
MooGoo Nipple Butter
MooGoo

MooGoo Nipple Butter

Best gentle Aussie made
from$16.502 retailers
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter
Earth Mamamum. Approved

Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter

★ Best natural lanolin free
approx. RRP $25
Lanolipsmum. Approved

Lanolips 101 Ointment Multi-Balm

★ Best multipurpose nipple balm
approx. RRP $18

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Bubba Blue Nordic Nursing Pillow Berry/Rose
Bubba Blue

Bubba Blue Nordic Nursing Pillow Berry/Rose

from$59.475 retailers
Lactivate Silver Nursing Cups
Lactivate

Lactivate Silver Nursing Cups

from$76.504 retailers
Lactivate® Ice & Heat Breast Packs
Lactivate®

Lactivate® Ice & Heat Breast Packs

from$31.994 retailers
New Beginnings Breast Care Hot+Cold Packs (2pk)
New Beginnings

New Beginnings Breast Care Hot+Cold Packs (2pk)

from$21.244 retailers
New Beginnings Perineal Wash Bottle
New Beginnings

New Beginnings Perineal Wash Bottle

from$17.844 retailers
Lactivate Peri Bottle
Lactivate

Lactivate Peri Bottle

from$22.454 retailers
Theraline Muslin Maternity & Nursing Pillow, Sand Beige
THERALINE

Theraline Muslin Maternity & Nursing Pillow, Sand Beige

from$124.953 retailers
Haakaa New Mum Breastfeeding Essentials Pack
Haakaa

Haakaa New Mum Breastfeeding Essentials Pack

from$97.203 retailers
Theraline Muslin Maternity & Nursing Pillow Light Grey
Theraline

Theraline Muslin Maternity & Nursing Pillow Light Grey

from$124.953 retailers
New Beginnings Colostrum Collectors 4pk
New Beginnings

New Beginnings Colostrum Collectors 4pk

from$27.193 retailers
Haakaa Breastfeeding Nipple Shield
Haakaa

Haakaa Breastfeeding Nipple Shield

from$24.953 retailers
New Beginnings Postpartum Hot & Cold Packs 2pk
New Beginnings

New Beginnings Postpartum Hot & Cold Packs 2pk

from$22.093 retailers
Aqua Gel Breast Pads (8pk)
New Beginnings

Aqua Gel Breast Pads (8pk)

from$8.493 retailers
Lactivate Teddy Nursing Caddy
Lactivate

Lactivate Teddy Nursing Caddy

from$53.992 retailers
Baby Studio Breast Feeding Pillow
Baby Studio

Baby Studio Breast Feeding Pillow

from$47.992 retailers
Frida Mom Postpartum Recovery Essentials Kit
Frida

Frida Mom Postpartum Recovery Essentials Kit

from$1292 retailers
Haakaa Nipple Shield
Haakaa

Haakaa Nipple Shield

from$13.992 retailers
Il Tutto Feeding Pillow
il Tutto

Il Tutto Feeding Pillow

from$642 retailers
Frida Mom Instant Ice Maxi Pads
Frida

Frida Mom Instant Ice Maxi Pads

from$52.992 retailers
Ultra Absorbent Breast Pads
Bare Mum

Ultra Absorbent Breast Pads

from$34.952 retailers
Being Skincare Boobie Balm
Being Skincare

Being Skincare Boobie Balm

from$31.502 retailers
Boobie Busters
Made to Milk

Boobie Busters

from$39.952 retailers
Nanobebe Day & Night Nursing Pads
Nanobebe

Nanobebe Day & Night Nursing Pads

from$17.812 retailers
Willow By The Sea Nipple Balm 60ml
Willow By The Sea

Willow By The Sea Nipple Balm 60ml

from$38.952 retailers
Medela Hydrogel Pads
Medela

Medela Hydrogel Pads

from$14.392 retailers
Antenatal Colostrum Expressing Kit
Milky Goodness

Antenatal Colostrum Expressing Kit

from$32.952 retailers
My Brest Friend Nursing Pillow
My Brest Friend

My Brest Friend Nursing Pillow

from$89.952 retailers
LaVie Lactation Massager
LaVie

LaVie Lactation Massager

from$65.952 retailers
Kiin Baby Bamboo Reusable Breast Pads
Kiin Baby

Kiin Baby Bamboo Reusable Breast Pads

from$26.352 retailers
Theraline Muslin Maternity & Nursing Pillow, Terracotta
Theraline

Theraline Muslin Maternity & Nursing Pillow, Terracotta

from$124.952 retailers
Theraline Muslin Maternity & Nursing Pillow, Sage
Theraline

Theraline Muslin Maternity & Nursing Pillow, Sage

from$124.952 retailers
Haakaa Liquid Gold Essentials Deluxe Pack
Haakaa

Haakaa Liquid Gold Essentials Deluxe Pack

from$205.202 retailers
Haakaa Disposable Nursing Pads- 36 pk
Haakaa

Haakaa Disposable Nursing Pads- 36 pk

from$16.112 retailers
Bubba Blue Nordic AIR+ Mesh Nursing Scarf
Bubba Blue

Bubba Blue Nordic AIR+ Mesh Nursing Scarf

from$22.452 retailers
Bubba Blue Nordic 2pk AIR+ Mesh Nursing Scarf
Bubba Blue

Bubba Blue Nordic 2pk AIR+ Mesh Nursing Scarf

from$44.952 retailers
Lactivate Reusable Mixed White Nursing Pads- 8pk
Lactivate

Lactivate Reusable Mixed White Nursing Pads- 8pk

from$24.252 retailers
Lactivate Perineal Ice Packs
Lactivate

Lactivate Perineal Ice Packs

from$26.952 retailers
Mininor Breast Pads
Mininor

Mininor Breast Pads

from$9.312 retailers
Ergobaby Curve Nursing Pillow
ERGObaby

Ergobaby Curve Nursing Pillow

from$1492 retailers
Silverette Nursing Cups
Silverette

Silverette Nursing Cups

from$852 retailers
Bubba Bump Peri Bottle
Bubba Bump

Bubba Bump Peri Bottle

from$28.992 retailers
New Beginnings Nipple Shields, Size L (2pk)
New Beginnings

New Beginnings Nipple Shields, Size L (2pk)

from$10.492 retailers
New Beginnings Nipple Shields, Size S (2pk)
New Beginnings

New Beginnings Nipple Shields, Size S (2pk)

from$10.492 retailers
Pigeon ComfyFeel™ Breast Pads, 50 pack
Pigeon

Pigeon ComfyFeel™ Breast Pads, 50 pack

from$142 retailers
Pigeon Natural Fit Nipple Shield 16-20mm
Pigeon

Pigeon Natural Fit Nipple Shield 16-20mm

from$21.702 retailers
Frida High-waist Disposable Postpartum Underwear
Frida

Frida High-waist Disposable Postpartum Underwear

from$42.992 retailers
Frida Postpartum Recovery Essentials Kit
Frida

Frida Postpartum Recovery Essentials Kit

from$149.992 retailers
Frida Boyshort Disposable Postpartum Underwear
Frida

Frida Boyshort Disposable Postpartum Underwear

from$44.992 retailers
Frida Witch Hazel Perineal Cooling Pad Liners
Frida

Frida Witch Hazel Perineal Cooling Pad Liners

from$32.992 retailers
Frida Perineal Healing Foam
Frida

Frida Perineal Healing Foam

from$34.992 retailers
Frida Instant Ice Maxi Pads
Frida

Frida Instant Ice Maxi Pads

from$59.992 retailers
Frida Labor and Delivery + Postpartum Recovery Kit
Frida

Frida Labor and Delivery + Postpartum Recovery Kit

from$2792 retailers
Frida Upside Down Peri Bottle
Frida

Frida Upside Down Peri Bottle

from$27.992 retailers
Lactivate The Ultimate Mum's Pack
Lactivate

Lactivate The Ultimate Mum's Pack

from$7002 retailers

How to choose breastfeeding support in Australia

When choosing breastfeeding support products, consider what specific issues you're addressing. Nipple creams vary from pure lanolin options to plant-based alternatives, so check ingredients if you have wool allergies or prefer vegan products. All products sold in Australia must meet TGA safety standards for direct skin contact, but some mums prefer certified organic or fragrance-free formulas for extra peace of mind. Think about your budget and where you'll use the product. Single-use items like nipple shields and breast pads add up quickly, so compare unit costs at Chemist Warehouse, Priceline and independent pharmacies. Hospital-grade breast pumps can be hired rather than purchased if you only need short-term support. Remember that many private health insurers cover lactation consultations, which can save you money on trial and error with products that might not suit your situation.

How we compare. mum.com.au reviews are independent. We research every product and compare them honestly. A ✓ Verified price is one we’ve checked live at the named retailer; approx. RRP is an indicative recommended price from our research, not a live retailer price. Always check the retailer for the latest price.