Baby Backpacks: Medela
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Medela Pump
Asked by B.B. from Detroit
on June 25, 2010
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I feel really stupid, but I can't figure out how to attach the tube to the Medela breast shield (I bought the one that comes with the valves).
I have been using an ...
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- I believe there are 2 types of tubing they sell - one that's all rubber and one that's rubber but has hard plastic on one end. The hard plastic would fit into the hole...
- You can try contacting Medela directly for assistance. They can sell you parts separately. You can also check with a local Lactation Consultant. She might be able to h...
- Go to www.medela.com, click on products and find the particular Pump in Style that you use (backpack, shoulder bag, etc.). Once on the product page for your style, the...
Medela Freestyle or PIS
Asked by J.K. from Dallas
on October 14, 2008
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First time Mom looking for recommendation on whether to purchase a Medela Freestyle pump or a Pump in Style? I like that the Freestyle allows you to walk around etc. ...
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- My kids are way past that stage now (6 and 2.5 yrs), but I would say PIS. I had 2 - one lived at home and one lived at the office. (I bought 1 new and 1 off ebay). ...
- I rented a pump from a lactation consultant. Everything is new except for the actual machine part (so everything that touches you or the milk is new :). It was good ...
- I would recommend, like another already said, to rent what you think you might like and then decide. I bought a Medela PIS and it did not work one bit. In fact, it mad...
Medela Symphony Vs. Pump in Style
Asked by M.L. from Tampa
on August 26, 2008
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My daughter has bad reflux and really needs to sit up to feed. Therefore, I need a great breast pump that I can use everyday that will express the whole breast. I kn...
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- The Pump in Style worked great. To boost my milk production I used Fenugreek (a natural herb recommended by a pediatrician in our group) and it was awesome! Way bett...
- I have the Medela and have used it for both my children. I can usually express both sides in about 10 minutes. I can do one side at a time or both simultaneously. I...
- The hospital pumps work really well and they are reallllllly quick. That said, the reflux might subside or lessen and she might be able to return to the breast. 65 i...
Breastpump Recommendation: Which Medela Did You Prefer?
Asked by S.S. from Dallas
on June 12, 2007
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I am planning to buy a new breastpump soon. I know that I will buy a Medela but cannot decide if I want the Original Pump in Style or the New Pump in Style Advanced. D...
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- I have the original would have liked the advanced, the 2phase expression and auto let down is worth it ... try the nesting place in grapevine
- I have the original Pump in Style and I love it, I think it works really well.
- I have the advanced, and really love it. Infact I pumped while driving to work this morning. I bought mine on ebay. I paid signifigantly less than what it retails fo...
Recommend Pump for Travelling
Asked by G.S. from Chicago
on February 22, 2008
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Yes moms, it's my second request today, but wanted some referrals. I will be travelling overnights for work soon and wanted a recommendation on a lightweight good pump...
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- The last time I flew, I took my pump in style motor out of the back pack and packed in in my suitcase in between my clothes. It's held inside the back pack by velcro a...
- I've seen this mentioned below, but here's my 2 cents - the Avent Isis manual is wonderful! I used it on my first trip away from my guy (long weekend) and had no prob...
- Hi, The pump that I used all of the time was the Avent Isis(manual pump). That was 3 years ago, but I am sure Avent still has pumps out there. Hope this helps. A...
Best Type of Breast Pump
Asked by D.M. from Kansas City
on July 22, 2007
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I have been renting my breast pump and would like to purchase one. The prices all vary so much. I liked my Medela pump but of course it is the most expensive. I kno...
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- I hear you about the cost. I rented pumps with both my children because I only planned to nurse for the first few months. Overall I'd have to recommend the Medela. I'd...
- I personally never had success with any pump. I never tried the electrical ones (I've heard Medela is the best) because I just couldn't afford to spend that much mone...
- I used a Medela pump with my first child and I'm currently using an Ameda with my second child. I know you hear how great Medela is but honestly I can't tell the di...
Can Anyone Recommend a Good Breast Pump?
Asked by W.S. from Dallas
on May 19, 2008
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I am wondering if anyone could recommend a brand of breast pump that worked really well for them. I will be working full time, so I will need one for every day use. ...
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- Medela Breast pump is the best. I saw one at this resale shop for about 100.00 the name of the resale shop is SUGAR N SPICE it is located in Plano TX you can call and ...
- The Medela Pump In Style is perfect for you. It's pricey for it and all the parts but is totally worth it. (It's also compatable with gerber and gerber style bottles...
- I loved my Medela pump. I actually bought a hospital grade one since I knew I would be using it a lot, but I hear their pump in style is really nice. It costs around $...
Best Breast Pump??
Asked by A.S. from Dallas
on March 29, 2010
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Hi there. I'm a first time mom; my little man is 9 weeks old. Despite my efforts, he never latched on and I was instructed to rent the Medela "Symphony" from the hos...
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- I like the Avent double electric pump - it comes in a bag for travel and it's super comfortable.
- I think Medela makes the best ones, but if you can't afford that, Lansinoh makes a really good double electric. It's available at Wal Mart, Babies R Us, and Amazon. Ru...
- I have a medela that came built in a little backpack, it was awesome. That sucker put in some hard labor because I used it 5 or 6 times a day. It was a double breast p...
Seeking Breast Pump Recommendations
Asked by L.J. from Atlanta
on March 7, 2007
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My baby is 3 weeks old and I have been using a hospital rented Medela Symphony electric double breast pump. I will on the market to buy my own electric pump within the...
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- The owner of our company bought me a very expensive one for my baby shower and I didn't like it too well. A friend told me she had bought a $20 double pump from Walmar...
- Hi L., I have a 3 year old and a 15 month old. I used the Ameda Purely Yours recommended to me by a friend with children the same ages. She used hers for 18 months ...
- Congratulations on your new baby! Having a baby and being a new mom has been pure bliss for me and I hope you experience the same thing! When my baby was born six ...
Seeking Recommendations and Warnings for Dual Electric Breast Pumps
Asked by V.E. from Albany
on June 12, 2009
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I will be breastfeeding my second child after he is born in late July/early August. I breastfed my first son about four years ago, and used a simple hand operated brea...
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- I used the Ameda purely yours breast pump. It worked great and I had no problems with it. I nursed for 10 months so it got a lot of use! Plus its a lot less expensiv...
- Loved the Medela! It had all of the "extra" attachments (including a car adapter), which was great. My sister will be using mine after her twins and she just bought ...
- Hey V., Just like you my kids are four years apart. I had my daughter this past April so the age difference will be good for you. Anyway, I recommend Medela pump...
