In honour of World Breastfeeding Week 2025, Malaysian lingerie house XIXILI reaffirms its role not just as a brand of beauty and comfort, but as an advocate for maternal empowerment. Through a purposeful collaboration with Ricca Tai, a licensed pharmacist specialising in mothercare and postpartum wellness, XIXILI delivers medically-informed, heart-centred advice to support new mothers navigating the nuanced world of breastfeeding.
“Breastfeeding is intimate and personal—it’s both instinctual and learned,” shares Grace Tan, spokesperson for XIXILI. “It demands patience, empathy, and the right support systems, starting with comfortable, well-designed essentials.”
Science Meets Sensitivity: Ricca Tai’s Expert Tips
With warmth and clarity, Ricca Tai demystifies one of the most overlooked details in successful breastfeeding: proper flange sizing. She recommends measuring the nipple diameter—excluding the areola—after a pumping or feeding session, then adding 2 to 4mm to determine the correct breast shield size. This precision not only maximises milk output, but protects against discomfort or nipple trauma.
She further advises maintaining upright posture and using hands-free nursing bras, which allow mothers to multitask while minimising physical strain. Techniques like gentle massage, warm compresses, and skin-to-skin contact are also known to stimulate milk let-down, adding an element of ritual to the daily routine.
The Right Tools for Real Life
Choosing the right breast pump is a deeply individual decision, Ricca notes. For light or occasional use, a manual or single electric pump suffices. However, those who pump regularly may find a double electric or hospital-grade pump more efficient. For discreet, on-the-go mothers, wearable pumps with whisper-quiet operation and spill-proof technology offer both freedom and peace of mind.
Where Elegance Meets Everyday Function: XIXILI’s Pansy Nursing Bra
True to its philosophy of merging comfort with sophistication, XIXILI introduces the Ultra Soft Pansy Maternity Nursing Bra—a wire-free, high-coverage bra designed for modern mothers who demand both style and practicality.
The bra is constructed with stretchy, breathable knit, and features removable padding, a ventilated mesh centre, and a secure underband for all-day ease. Thoughtful details such as one-hand nursing clips, adjustable straps, and a U-back panel elevate the design from merely functional to genuinely empowering.
Beyond the Bra: A Brand Rooted in Fit and Empowerment
A true pioneer in local lingerie innovation, XIXILI stands tall as a homegrown Malaysian brand committed to inclusive design. With sizes ranging from A to I cups and band widths from 65 to 110 cm, XIXILI accommodates women across the spectrum of shape and size.
The brand’s signature 3D Avatar Try-On Tool—a first in Malaysia—allows customers to visualise their fit digitally, ushering in a new era of intimate retail powered by technology and body positivity.
A Statement of Support, A Gesture of Style
Through this Breastfeeding Week initiative, XIXILI doesn’t merely sell lingerie—it reimagines the breastfeeding journey with grace, precision, and purpose. With Ricca Tai’s guidance and a range of exquisite nursing solutions, mothers everywhere are invited to feel not just supported—but celebrated.
For more details and product availability, visit xixili-intimates.com .
