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2025 Nipple Protector Brand Rankings

【2025 Nipple Shield Brand Ranking】Relying on the big data of the whole network, the nipple protection shield brands selected according to the brand awareness, brand strength, word-of-mouth evaluation and sales popularity of the nipple protection cover (in no particular order): Kaneson Yanase, Philips AVENT, NOT, Rikang, Pigeon, Medela, Jielaikang, Lansinoh, Bobo, If you are looking for what brand of nipple protector is good? This nipple shield brand ranking list is for your reference only.

TOP.1

Kaneson 柳濑 Japan

Yanase has been focusing on breast care and child care for more than 100 years, and in 1977, it became famous with frozen breast milk bags, and now occupies about 90% of the market in the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit) of Japanese hospitals. Spare no effort on the nipple protection cover, from the material to the style to the details, it is quite thoughtful and feels very good. Silicone rubber, often referred to simply as silicone, is a standard raw material in the nipple protection industry. It is not only non-toxic and tasteless, but also has high-temperature resistance properties that are more convenient for disinfection, not easy to deform, and more durable than latex. Its texture is soft, skin-friendly and comfortable, and when used, the negative pressure generated by following the baby's sucking is greater, which is conducive to the outflow of milk, and the baby's sucking is more labor-saving. Yanase's nipple protectors all come with non-slip rings for a better fit than other products. In terms of the design of the nipple, the Y-shaped shape used by Yanase is unique. Compared with the common round hole, its flow rate is larger, and the control of the flow is also stronger, which can be opened and closed with the size of the baby's sucking power to prevent choking and flatulence, but the sucking is also more laborious, and it is more suitable for babies who are more than 3 months old and have stronger sucking power. Yanase has two styles...

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Score

82

popularity

5535
TOP.2

Philips AVENT 飞利浦新安怡 United Kingdom

Avent entered the market in 1984 with its wide-bore classic baby bottles, and its cooperation with top European universities, scientific research institutions, and hospitals has enabled it to create many firsts in the maternal and infant industry, such as breast pumps, pacifiers, and children's cups. After being acquired by Philips in 2006, it has more technological support and distribution channels, and has grown into a leader in maternal and infant brands. 98% of the company's products are made in the UK, including nipple protectors. Also made of safe silicone rubber, Philips Avent has only one breast milk shield, unlike the half-moon notch in Yanase, and the Philips Avent uses a symmetrical butterfly-shaped incision to maximize contact between the baby and the mother. Increasing mother-to-child contact is also one of the reasons why breastfeeding is widely recommended, as contact with the mother builds a sense of security and helps with the baby's psychological development. At the same time, skin-friendly contact and tactile stimulation of the nipple such as sucking will also lead to the release of oxytocin, increase the blood flow to the breast and nipple area, increase the skin temperature, and create a warm and nourishing environment for the baby, which is conducive to the cultivation of oxytocin.

2

Score

81

popularity

11916
TOP.3

NOT Germany

NOT is Europe's No. 1 best-selling baby products brand and has been selected as the German Standard Century Brand for its pacifier range. In addition to receiving many awards for design, such as the IF and the Red Dot Award, NOT is also obsessed with the study of product details. The brand's pioneering work, the world's first thumb-shaped artificial pacifier, originated from the meticulous research on infant milk pumping, and has been awarded dental awards by Russia, France, Britain and other countries. Milk production and maintenance are the result of a combination of prolactin (also called prolactin) and the lactation reflex. The baby's sucking stimulates the nipple nerve endings, which transmit signals to the anterior pituitary gland to produce prolactin, which prompts lactating cells to produce milk. Only the baby's frequent sucking stimulation can maintain the level of maternal prolactin and ensure the supply of milk. On the other hand, the nipple has dual tactile receptors for the release of oxytocin and reflex oxytocin, and the baby's sucking can cause the smooth muscle cells around the mammary gland to contract, which is conducive to milk excretion. Based on this principle, NOT has designed soft bumps on the inside of its silicone rubber nipple protector that are dispersed around the nipple and can be used in...

3

Score

80

popularity

15526
TOP.4

Rikang chekiang

Rikang is a well-known national brand for many mothers, occupying 30% of the market share, and a number of products have been selected into the TOP10 of the parenting network. Statista studied the reasons why British mothers stopped breastfeeding within a week, and 22% of mothers said it was because of cracked or broken nipples. In this case, a nipple protector is necessary. Unlike the previous brands, which are only 20-22cm in height, the Rikang nipple protection cover is 25-30mm, and the nipple is more higher than the nipple, trying to avoid the baby from touching the wound when sucking, which is more suitable for mothers with nipple injuries. But the disadvantage is that if the baby's mouth is too small, it may be pushed up to the throat, so this product is more suitable for older babies. Similar to NOT, Rikang's love bra also has a ring of bumps around the nipple, but it is smaller than NOT, and its function is not to massage, but more to play a slipping effect, and it is more suitable for the breast when used, so that the baby can suck naturally. The product is also made of silicone rubber with good safety, which is divided into two sizes: S and M. S is about the same size as Philips Avent S, suitable for nipples with a diameter of 13mm, and the price of 18 yuan / 2 is very...

4

Score

79

popularity

6857
TOP.5

Pigeon Japan

Pigeon is the most well-known Japanese mother and baby brand in China. Unlike other companies that focus on Japanese manufacturing, Pigeon sells its products in China from local sources, and the nipple protectors are produced in the Jiangsu factory. The global unified PQS standard ensures the consistency of product quality. The small size is a major feature of the Pigeon nipple protector, and the smallest M size is one of the few products on the market that is suitable for small 11mm nipples, which is also very suitable for premature and newborn infants. Pigeon has three nipple protectors, all of which are made of silicone rubber for safety and comfort. They are butterfly-shaped, half-moon-shaped, and pacifier-shaped, and the fit will be affected due to the gradual increase in the contact area with the breast, and the requirements for the breast shape will also increase in turn. The butterfly-shaped silicone rubber nipple protector is only available in China, and it is the most inclusive of breasts. The incisions at both ends leave a part of the skin, which brings the baby closer to the mother's skin and is less prone to rejection. Compared with the butterfly-shaped Avent nipple protector, the 4-hole design has a larger flow rate, and the price of 2 pieces is 58 yuan. Half-moon and pacifier type only for the time being...

5

Score

78

popularity

12938
TOP.6

Medela Medela Switzerland

As the best-selling manufacturer of breast pumps, Medela speaks with technology. Collaborative projects with universities have not only advanced the science of lactating breast anatomy and infant suckling, but have also been applied to product development. Its sales volume ranks among the top 5 e-commerce companies, and it has also won many Red Dot Awards in design. The size of the nipple shield is not only related to the comfort of the mother, but also affects the baby's acceptance. Too big can easily cause pressure on the baby's mouth, and even push up to the throat and be uncomfortable, affecting acceptance. If it is too small, the nipple will touch the top of the raised part of the protective cover, and the baby will still touch the wound when sucking, losing its protective effect. Medela nipple protectors, like NOT, are on the larger side overall. Medela Close Contact nipple shields are available in three sizes: S, M and L, with the S fitting nipples up to 16 mm in diameter and making them more suitable for mothers with large nipples. The half-moon-shaped incision is very similar to Yanase, but there is no Yanase non-slip ring, the fit is not enough, and the protective cover with a large contact area is difficult to fit the breast, and there may be air leakage when used, and the price of 2 pieces is 96 yuan, which is not too dominant. ...

6

Score

77

popularity

17782
TOP.7

Jie Laikang chekiang

From confinement toothbrushes, abdominal straps, nursing pads, to breast pumps, thermosensitive soft spoons, etc., Jielaikang can be called the most complete maternal and child care brand on the market. The parent company, Hangzhou Xingxing Industry, has more than 20 years of industry experience, and has a certain understanding of user needs, and the product layout of the nipple protection cover is exactly the same as that of Yanase. It's just that although the brand has a wide layout, the stamina of R&D and marketing is insufficient, and the current popularity is limited to the province. When it comes down to the product itself, the main difference between Jie Lai Kang and Yanase is the milk outlet. The nipple outlet determines the flow of milk and needs to be selected according to the amount of food your baby eats. Large food volume is suitable for 4 holes, otherwise too small flow will cause the baby to eat milk is very difficult, and it is easy to cause flatulence. It is good to use 3 holes for small meals, and there is a risk of choking on milk if it is too large. In the case of large food babies with strong sucking power, the Y-shaped or cross-shaped incision of the milk outlet is also convenient to control the flow and prevent choking and flatulence, which is more suitable. Although the shape of the product is the same as that of Yanase, Jielaikang has equipped the half-moon-shaped nipple protector with a 4-hole nipple outlet, which is aimed at large appetites but sucking...

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Score

77

popularity

9524
TOP.8

Lansinoh United States

Almost all mothers have heard of Lansino lanolin, nursing pads and milk storage bags, especially lanolin cream, which is regarded as a must-have in the delivery bag in Europe and the United States, not only certified by the British Allergy Foundation, but also recognized by the most authoritative Mother Baby Wards in the United Kingdom for 6 consecutive years. The size of the nipple protection cover from Europe and the United States is generally large, resulting in low acceptance by the baby, and the same is true for Lansinuo. Flat or inverted nipples are also the reason why many mothers choose nipple protectors, which do not touch the top of the baby's mouth and cannot trigger the sucking reflex and affect feeding. With the nipple protector, the protruding nipple helps the mother to breastfeed. At the same time, the baby's sucking power also helps to pump out the nipple. However, once the nipple has returned to its normal shape, the nipple shield should also be removed as soon as possible. After all, it hinders mother-infant contact and affects a series of physical stress responses such as hormone secretion. Lansino's soft-touch nipple protector is also made of silicone rubber and has the same half-moon shape as Yanase and Medela, allowing skin-to-skin contact between mother and baby...

8

Score

76

popularity

20025
TOP.9

Bobo Hong Kong

Le Bao is part of the Solaris Group in Hong Kong. The parent company started with the production of molds for baby and children's products, and its products are well-known for its baby bottles and kettles. With about 30 years of experience in big-name foundry, it is accustomed to strict and frequent quality control and technological innovation, keeping up with the pace of international counterparts, with high product safety and acceptable innovation, but it still needs to be considered in the details. The unique feature of the ChildBao silicone nipple protector is the bumps on the outside of the nipple, which can massage the baby's gums while feeding. It can also relieve pain if used during teething. The market positioning of this product is the opposite of Lansino, which is aimed at mothers with small nipples. The smallest size is 11.5mm, plus a large flow design with 4 holes, but the fit is not as good as Pigeon, which is suitable for young babies with large appetites. In addition, in the nipple confusion problem that plagues mothers, nipple protectors are also a good helper in the transition period. For babies, sucking on a pacifier is much less labor-saving than breasts, and if it is disturbed by the pacifier in the early stage, it is easy to have nipple confusion and refuse to eat breast milk. The touch of the Leerbao silicone nipple protector is no different from that of a pacifier, and the half-moon shape provides a proper...

9

Score

75

popularity

16160

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1 20025
Lansinoh

Almost all mothers have heard of Lansino's lanolin cream, nursing pads and milk storage bags, especially lanolin cream, which is regarded as a must-have in the delivery bag in Europe and the United States, not only certified by the British Allergy Foundation, but also the most authoritative in the UK for 6 consecutive years
2 17782
Medela Medela

As the best-selling manufacturer of breast pumps, Medela speaks with technology. Collaborative projects with universities have not only advanced the science of lactating breast anatomy and infant suckling, but have also been applied to product development. Its sales volume ranks among the top 5 e-commerce companies, and its design is also repeated
3 16160
Bobo

Le Bao is part of the Solaris Group in Hong Kong. The parent company started with the production of molds for baby and children's products, and its products are well-known for its baby bottles and kettles. With about 30 years of experience in big-name foundry, it is accustomed to strict and frequent quality control and technological innovation, keeping up with the pace of international counterparts
4 15526
NOT

NOT is Europe's No. 1 best-selling baby products brand and has been selected as the German Standard Century Brand for its pacifier range. In addition to receiving many awards for design, such as the IF and the Red Dot Award, NOT is also obsessed with the study of product details. The brand's pioneering work and the world's first
5 12938
Pigeon

Pigeon is the most well-known Japanese mother and baby brand in China. Unlike other companies that focus on Japanese manufacturing, Pigeon sells its products in China from local sources, and the nipple protectors are produced in the Jiangsu factory. The global uniform PQS standard ensures production
6 11916
Philips AVENT 飞利浦新安怡

Avent entered the market in 1984 with its wide-bore classic baby bottles, and its cooperation with top European universities, scientific research institutions, and hospitals has enabled it to create many firsts in the maternal and infant industry, such as breast pumps, pacifiers, and children's cups. After being acquired by Philips in 2006, it was even more embraced
7 9524
Jie Laikang

From confinement toothbrushes, abdominal straps, nursing pads, to breast pumps, thermosensitive soft spoons, etc., Jielaikang can be called the most complete maternal and child care brand on the market. The parent company, Hangzhou Star Industry, has more than 20 years of industry experience, and has a certain understanding of user needs
8 6857
Rikang

Rikang is a well-known national brand for many mothers, occupying 30% of the market share, and a number of products have been selected into the TOP10 of the parenting network. Statista studied the reasons why British mothers stopped breastfeeding within a week, and 22% of mothers said it was because of cracked or broken nipples.
9 5535
Kaneson 柳濑

Yanase has been focusing on breast care and child care for more than 100 years, and in 1977, it became famous with frozen breast milk bags, and now occupies about 90% of the market in the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit) of Japanese hospitals. We also spare no effort on the nipple protector, from the material to the style

2025 Nipple Protector Brand Rankings

Kaneson 柳濑 Japan

Philips AVENT 飞利浦新安怡 United Kingdom

NOT Germany

Rikang chekiang

Pigeon Japan

Medela Medela Switzerland

Jie Laikang chekiang

Lansinoh United States

Bobo Hong Kong

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