Breast Pump: 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 Breast Pump Tubing
Asked by K.G. from New York
on April 3, 2010
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Hello. I am expecting my second child in 3 weeks and am looking to replace my breast pump parts. I have found everything except the tubing. I don't even see replace...
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- Even with the closed system, replacing the tubing can ensure that you are getting the best and most consistent pressure. I googled "medela tubing" and came up with a n...
- My local hospital has a lactation store that sells tubing. Consider contacting a hospital or a lactation consultant. If the hospital cannot help you, hopefully a loc...
- I just went through this today. I found a post on my SAHM site about Medela replacing the tubing for their pumps for free. I called their 1-800 number today and they j...
Ameda vs Medela Pump
Asked by M.S. from San Francisco
on July 27, 2008
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I bought the Ameda pump and have only been able to pump a maximum of 1.5 oz with it, regardless of when I pump. I'm wondering if the Medela Pump N Style would pump mo...
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- I excusively expressed with both my kids. I used an Ameda hospital grade pump that I rented from El Camino Hospital when I had my son last June. After two months o...
- I use the Medela pump and I am very happy with the amount of milk I've been able to pump. I am back to work now and pump twice a day. I can get 3-5oz. out of each brea...
- I rented the hospital grade Maedela pump and had trouble pumping, but it had nothing to do with the pump. It was my lack of flow. The doc put me on reglan, an acid ref...
Medela Freestyle Pump
Asked by K.T. from Minneapolis
on April 11, 2008
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I am researching breast pumps and recently heard about Medela's new hands-free Freestyle pump. The reviews I have found have been very positive, but there are few out...
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- I have the Pump in Style Advanced. I love it! Don't waste your money like I did, go for Medela, expensive but worth it.
- The Medela breast pump work great. I had used it when I was going back to work after having my daughter. Even though I didn't want to go back. And then I became a s...
- I see that you have had great responses and mine is no different. I have the Medela and I love it. Check with your insurance, luckily mine covered my pump. All I neede...
Looking for an Electrical Breast Pump - Preferably Medela
Asked by V.F. from Dallas
on July 25, 2007
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Hi everyone
I am looking for an electric breast pump. I am due in 4 weeks and I wanted to see whether there were other options out there before I shed out the much ne...
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- hi, I have a Medela Pump In Style. I loved it and recommended it to 2 friends who loved theirs. It only needs new tubing and I have the lady who has it or I can pick...
- Please don't buy a used pump. I can appreciate the fact that a good pump does cost a ton, but there are just too many health risks with a used pump. I personally use t...
- I pumped for almost a year while I worked full time and I used the Avent Isis Breast Pump. I did hours of research before I purchased it and the reviews all said it w...
Question About Cleaning Tubing for Medela Breast Pump
Asked by L.S. from Los Angeles
on April 13, 2009
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Hey mamas - any recommendations on cleaning the tubing for the Medela breast pump? How and how often?
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- I always use the steam bags with 4 oz of water. Hang to dry overnight. : )
- i never cleaned my tubing for my medella. only air passes through it. however sometimes condensation would get in there and i would have to hang it straight up and dow...
- Call Medela on their 800 #. They are so helpful. I thought I was going to have to buy a whole new pump with baby #2 because my pump wasn't working right. They taugh...
Medela Pump Tubing
Asked by R.C. from Milwaukee
on October 11, 2008
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I have the In Style breast pump from Medela. I'm having a hard time cleaning the tubing. They get full of condensation and then start to mold. I run the pump after ...
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- After you replace your tubing and if/when you do get condensation in it again...try taking it outside and whipping it like you are Indian Jones! =) Worked every time...
- I had that problem and had to buy a new set of tubing. Try running the pump for a couple minutes after each pump sometimes up to about 10-15 min. good luck
- Submerge tubing in a container or sink with bleach and HOT water for few hours...could also use a pipe cleaner. I did put mine (years ago) in a dishwasher..did ok ther...
Medela Breast Pump
Asked by L.B. from Odessa
on October 21, 2010
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Would you purchase a used breast pump or only buy new?
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- Only buy new. I've had the expensive double pump and the single hand pump. The hand pump works pretty well and is only a fraction of the cost.
- I would purchase either. Very good deals on ebay...Now if this is not going to be your last baby i'd go out and spend and see it as an investment. But if this is your...
- Well, I'm going to go against the crowd and say buy a new one. It's true that this is the more expensive way to go, and if you're not sure you're going to use it very ...
What to Do with Breast Pump
Asked by B.M. from Boston
on August 2, 2010
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What do I do with my breast pump now that I am finished breastfeeding? It is a Medela Advanced. What a shame they can't be reused.
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- You should not just give it / donate /sell it - there is a issue with bacteria on the diaphragm of the pump. You can take it apart and clean it in a mild bleach solou...
- Hi, Pull the panel off of the pump where the "on switch" is and where the tubing connects and check for mold. If it is clean, I would offer it to someone. If you...
- I bought a used breast pump. I just replaced all the tubing and anything that touched me or my milk would be in. I know a lot of women that have bought their pumps u...
Medela Pump in Style?
Asked by M. from Dallas
on February 15, 2007
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Hi!
I am preparing to sell most of my baby gear since my youngest is about to turn one and my husband and I are convinced he will be our last baby. Anyhow, I am won...
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- I have read all of the responses to your email M.. I certainly understand your reluctance to sell and your investment just sitting there unused. I have an unpopular ...
- Try Ebay. I have a couple of friends who have sold here and got a couple of hundred for their pumps. Good luck.
- Sorry but it is not gross to sell the breast pump!!!! I bought a used breast pump and those who have never used one know nothing about it. The pump itself is very go...
