Would you prefer an underwired nursing bra that is recommended by Midwife and lactation consultants? The superb Carriwell Padded GelWire® nursing bra may be the perfect choice for you!
We think this bra is perfect for fuller breasts and curves and should give you really good support as well.
Are you unsure which size of nursing bra to pick? Then this bra could be a really nice answer to getting the right size. Rather than picking, for example, 40D, you only need to choose either Medium, Large, Extra-Large or Extra-Extra Large (this bra does not exist in a small). How do you pick the right size? See the table below to find out which size you would be.

As a single size (for example Extra-Large) covers several sizes, it means your bra should remain really comfortable as your size changes.
How about the padding? It has light, removable moulded pads which should give you exceptional support and a beautiful shape.
If you would prefer you can also choose this bra in black – see below for this option.
What makes the bra so comfortable? Well it is also seamless – many of our nursing mothers love seamless nursing bras.
How does it act as a nursing bra? Well, the cup design exposes as much of your breast as you are comfortable with – this maximizes skin-to-skin contact with your baby.
So why do we think you should choose the Carriwell Padded Gelwire Support nursing bra? We think you will find it really comfortable, supportive and it should also give you a lovely shape.
We want to make sure you know exactly what the bra is like so you are not surprised when it arrives, so here are some quick questions and answers from us studying the bra… out of the packet….in depth.
Is this bra underwired? No
Does this bra have a “modesty panel” that covers the top of your breasts (i.e when the cups are open does it have material to help make it more discreet behind the cups? This is also called an “A-Frame nursing bra”. No it has a side sling of material
What is the “side sling” like? A straight strip of stretchy material

Is this bra padded? Yes
Does it have a pre-formed or molded cups? No
How smooth is the material on the OUTSIDE of the bra? It is not “textured” but is not “silky smooth” either!
How stretchy is the fabric on the cups? This one has stretchy cups
Does the bra have removable foam inserts in the cups? Yes
Would it be suitable as a T-shirt nursing bra? Not really
Would it be suitable as a Sleep nursing bra? We think so
Does this bra have an option to buy matching briefs? No
How to verify the Nursing Bra Shop....
"I have never heard of the Nursing Bra Shop....how can I find out what the service is like?" Simple - ask any online mums forums you are on if anyone has used us. We always
STRONGLY URGE you to check on us in any Facebook breastfeeding groups or other maternity or mums groups such as Mumsnet etc. Maybe ask if anyone has ever used the Nursing Bra Shop? What was our service like?
Here are some places to ask questions about the Nursing Bra Shop:
- Facebook breastfeeding groups
- Mumsnet
- Online Bounty Groups
- Netmums
But please ask the question in any forums. 89% Of UK mothers have never heard of the Nursing Bra Shop. Asking forums is a good way of checking on us. Don't take our word for it....ask other mothers who may have used us!
MATERIAL THICKNESS OF CUPS:
We try to rate how thick the cups are of each bra, so you are not surprised by this when the bra turns up! We rate this out of 5, so 1/5 is thin cups, 5 out of 5 is thick. We would rate the thickness of the cups of the cups of this bra as 4 out of 5. One of our thickest cup nursing bras.
WIDTH OF BRA STRAPS
How wide are the straps of this nursing bra? We measured all of the sizes, and it remained consistent at 21mm. This width of 21mm remained the same the whole length of the bra strap. So, it does not get wider nearer the shoulder, but remains at 21mm the length of each strap. To see how this feels, have a measure of one of your existing bras that you have at home.
This is a “flexible sized” nursing bra…perfect for pregnancy and beyond…and highly recommended by us This means you don’t have to be exactly right when choosing your size. We tend to recommend “flexible sized” nursing bras for anyone who is pregnant through to when your baby is a few months old.
If you look in the “full description” you should see a chart with sizes on. Simply find your size within the chart and pick that to decide if you are Small, Medium, Large etc.?
How much does delivery cost?
Delivery is free in the UK, and £1 anywhere else in the world.
How long does delivery take?
If you place your order before 4pm on a working day (Monday to Friday), in most cases your order will be despatched by Royal Mail 48 Hour Service, so you should get it within 1 to 2 working days! If you place your order on a Saturday, Sunday or Bank Holiday, we usually despatch the next working day, so again, you should get it the day after this.
I am based abroad – how long does delivery take?
In Europe, you should get your goods within five days, and outside Europe, you should get then within eight days.
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We offer No Quibble UK returns, and you have 120 days to send the items back to us. Please see our returns page for full details.