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 researched7 products2 buying guidesUpdated September 2026

Top picks in Breastfeeding Support

Lansinoh #1

Lansinoh HPA Lanolin

mum. Approved

✓ $19.99 at Baby Bunting

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MooGoo #2

MooGoo Nipple Butter

Best value

✓ $16.50 at Baby Bunting

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MooGoo #3

MooGoo Udder Cream

Price pending

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Earth Mama #4

Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter

mum. Approved

approx. RRP $22

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Medela #5

Medela PureLan 100

mum. Approved

✓ $22.95 at Baby Bunting

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Lanolips #6

Lanolips 101 Ointment Multi-Balm

mum. Approved

approx. RRP $18

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Best Nipple Cream Australia 2026: Lansinoh vs Medela vs Natural Options

Somewhere around week two of breastfeeding, a lot of Australian mums find themselves standing in the pharmacy aisle at…

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Best Nipple Cream Australia 2026: Lansinoh vs Lanolips vs Natural Options

It’s 3am, you’ve fed six times since midnight, and every latch feels like a paper cut. Somewhere in the…

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Medelamum. Approved

Medela PureLan 100

★ Best pure lanolin cream

from$19.992 retailers

Lansinohmum. Approved

Lansinoh HPA Lanolin

★ Best for sore nipples

from$19.991 retailer

MooGoo

MooGoo Nipple Butter

Best gentle Aussie made

from$16.502 retailers

Lanolipsmum. Approved

Lanolips 101 Ointment Multi-Balm

★ Best multipurpose nipple balm

approx. RRP $18

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Earth Mamamum. Approved

Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter

★ Best natural lanolin free

approx. RRP $22

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MooGoo

MooGoo Udder Cream

Best lighter natural option

Price pending

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Lucas'

Lucas' Papaw Ointment

Best budget pick

approx. RRP $6

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Bubba Blue

Bubba Blue Nordic Nursing Pillow Berry/Rose

from$59.475 retailers

Lactivate

Lactivate Silver Nursing Cups

from$76.504 retailers

Lactivate

Lactivate® Ice & Heat Breast Packs

from$31.994 retailers

New Beginnings

New Beginnings Perineal Wash Bottle

from$19.954 retailers

Lactivate

Lactivate Peri Bottle

from$22.454 retailers

New Beginnings

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

from$22.494 retailers

Haakaa

Haakaa New Mum Breastfeeding Essentials Pack

from$97.203 retailers

New Beginnings

New Beginnings Colostrum Collectors 4pk

from$313 retailers

THERALINE

Theraline Muslin Maternity & Nursing Pillow, Sage

from$124.953 retailers

Haakaa

Haakaa Breastfeeding Nipple Shield

from$24.953 retailers

New Beginnings

New Beginnings Postpartum Hot & Cold Packs 2pk

from$23.393 retailers

New Beginnings

Aqua Gel Breast Pads (8pk)

from$8.493 retailers

Lactivate

Lactivate Teddy Nursing Caddy

from$53.992 retailers

Baby Studio

Baby Studio Breast Feeding Pillow

from$47.992 retailers

il Tutto

Il Tutto Feeding Pillow

from$642 retailers

Frida

Frida Mom Instant Ice Maxi Pads

from$54.992 retailers

Bare Mum

Ultra Absorbent Breast Pads

from$34.952 retailers

Being Skincare

Being Skincare Boobie Balm

from$31.502 retailers

Bubba Bump

Bubba Bump Peri Bottle

from$26.092 retailers

Nanobebe

Nanobebe Day & Night Nursing Pads

from$17.812 retailers

Willow By The Sea

Willow By The Sea Nipple Balm 60ml

from$38.952 retailers

Medela

Medela Hydrogel Pads

from$14.392 retailers

Milky Goodness

Antenatal Colostrum Expressing Kit

from$32.952 retailers

My Brest Friend

My Brest Friend Nursing Pillow

from$89.952 retailers

LaVie

LaVie Lactation Massager

from$65.952 retailers

Silverette

Silverette Nursing Cups

from$882 retailers

New Beginnings

New Beginnings Nipple Shields, Size L (2pk)

from$10.492 retailers

New Beginnings

New Beginnings Nipple Shields, Size S (2pk)

from$10.492 retailers

Pigeon

Pigeon ComfyFeel™ Breast Pads, 50 pack

from$142 retailers

Pigeon

Pigeon Natural Fit Nipple Shield 16-20mm

from$21.702 retailers

Frida

Frida High-waist Disposable Postpartum Underwear

from$42.992 retailers

Frida

Frida Postpartum Recovery Essentials Kit

from$149.992 retailers

Frida

Frida Boyshort Disposable Postpartum Underwear

from$44.992 retailers

Frida

Frida Witch Hazel Perineal Cooling Pad Liners

from$32.992 retailers

Frida

Frida Perineal Healing Foam

from$34.992 retailers

Frida

Frida Instant Ice Maxi Pads

from$59.992 retailers

Frida

Frida Labor and Delivery + Postpartum Recovery Kit

from$2792 retailers

Frida

Frida Upside Down Peri Bottle

from$27.992 retailers

Kiin Baby

Kiin Baby Bamboo Reusable Breast Pads

from$26.352 retailers

THERALINE

Theraline Muslin Maternity & Nursing Pillow, Terracotta

from$124.952 retailers

Haakaa

Haakaa Liquid Gold Essentials Deluxe Pack

from$205.202 retailers

Haakaa

Haakaa Disposable Nursing Pads- 36 pk

from$16.112 retailers

Lactivate

Lactivate The Ultimate Mum's Pack

from$7002 retailers

Bubba Blue

Bubba Blue Nordic AIR+ Mesh Nursing Scarf

from$22.452 retailers

Bubba Blue

Bubba Blue Nordic 2pk AIR+ Mesh Nursing Scarf

from$44.952 retailers

Lactivate

Lactivate Reusable Mixed White Nursing Pads- 8pk

from$24.252 retailers

Lactivate

Lactivate Perineal Ice Packs

from$26.952 retailers

Mininor

Mininor Breast Pads

from$9.312 retailers

ERGObaby

Ergobaby Curve Nursing Pillow

from$1492 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.