Not only is it soft and comfortable and adjustable, it is designed to be sturdy and really makes pumping a much less tedious process. Like some other readers, I would get bored and would stop early and I was worried my supply would dwindle. Now that I am preparing to go back to work (in a hospital, as I am a resident physician), I wanted to know that I could utilize the time I would be spending wisely while pumping. That means being able to read. I have had an accident or two at home trying to turn pages while holding them myself. Now I know I will gain an hour of reading time per day (and snacking) yet I will be hopefully pumping for the entire first year of my baby's life. Thank you to all the other reviewers who tested the alternatives and arduously broke down the pros and cons of this one. Best buy ever! (Besides the Medela pump)