Breast Pump: Myself
Results 1-10 from 7,573 articles
Breast Pump
Asked by P.Q. from New York
on October 25, 2008
-
Which is the best breast pump on the market?
Answers
- Medela Symphony. It's a hospital grade double pump. The best rental price I've seen is at Babies R Us. I got my insurance to cover the rental - it's worth a try!
- I love my Medela Pump In Style. I think it ends up being cheaper in the long run to buy one rather than rent the hospital pump.
- Hi P., Medela pumps are seen as the gold standard. If you're going to be at work or school, and away from your baby every day, I'd suggest buying the best breastpump...
Which is the best breast pump to buy?
Asked by K.B. from Columbus
on April 21, 2008
-
Any suggestions on what bottles to use with the Lansinoh Double Electric Breast Pump? OR any suggestions on what Breast Pump to purchase? THANKS!
Answers
Breast Pump
Asked by B.S. from San Diego
on February 22, 2008
-
I am interested in purchasing a breast pump and I wanted to get the opinion of other moms on pumps that work well without costing too much money. I don't work outside ...
Answers
- I recommend the AVENT ISIS breast pump. It is inexpensive and the manual hand held pump is easy to squeeze and can be used with only one hand. It has a silicone inse...
- Hi B.. I breast fed my second baby for 10 months and worked full time. First I tried a had pump that I got at target but my milk supply was so much ( my co-workers c...
- hi, most hospitals will rent a pump to you and I believe they run about $60/month. I know my cousin is renting one right now. If you don't need one for everyday the...
Breast Pumps
Asked by N.E. from Scranton
on August 7, 2009
-
Does anyone have any suggestions on breast pumps? As far as what to look for, type, brand etc..?
Answers
- I completely agree that you have to get a Medela pump. I think the model depends on your pumping needs. If you are looking for an occasional pump you will do fine with...
- Don't buy a cheap one. Also get one that can do both breasts at the same time, this will help you to get more out at the same time. It's sometimes hard to get the seco...
- I have a Medela Pump In Style and I love it. I don't have experience with any others, so I can't compare it to anything, but it works well. I bought the hands free br...
Breast Pumps
Asked by S. from Dallas
on April 16, 2006
-
Hi,
I would like recommendations for breast pumps. Anybody who has had a good experience please reply! I breastfed my first two, and used an inexpensive single pu...
Answers
- Go with a Medela Pump in style. They are expensive (around 250 i think) but they are worth every penny. I had one when my preemie son was in the hospital and then co...
- S., MEDELA!! They are the best by far! I got a cheaper one with our first child, and it didn't work that well. We decided to try Medela, and I couldn't believe h...
- I bought a Medela Pump in Style with my 2nd child and used it again for my 3rd. It worked great! I love this dual breast pump. I have tried others and they were eit...
What to Do with Breast Pump
Asked by B.M. from Boston
on August 2, 2010
-
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.
Answers
- 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...
Breast Pump
Asked by P.M. from Boston
on July 4, 2009
-
I was wondering what you've done with your used breast pumps? I have the Medela pump in style and used it for 18 months. As we all know breast pumps aren't cheap so I ...
Answers
- I would recommend you check around with people you know well. My best friend had a pump in style she used for about 3 months and then let me use for about 4 months. I ...
- I agree with the other posts. I lent my used one to a close friend and to my sister-in-law. Both bought new tubes (about $50) vs. buying a whole pump ($250). Both w...
- The machine portion of the pump is the expensive part and can be given or sold. The hospital gave me the sterile portions and I used my sisters pump. In fact, the sam...
Breast Pumps
Asked by P.R. from San Francisco
on April 17, 2010
-
Hi,
I have been breast feeding my 5 week old son. He seems contended after every feeding. He feeds every 2.5 hours with 3-4 hours gaps at night. On an average he fe...
Answers
- First of all, your baby is way more efficient than the pump at getting milk out. Next, before you pump, do you massage, tickle and shake? I know it sounds weird! Bu...
- The size and fit of the breast shield can make a huge difference in how much you pump. See if you can try different sizes or check with a lactation consultant to help...
- Heather has a great idea of pumping one side while nursing the other. You can also have baby start you off, then switch the baby to the other breast while pumping the...
Breast Pump
Asked by N.M. from Omaha
on December 15, 2008
-
My husband and I just went and registered at BabiesRus and I was wondering if I should register for a breast pump right away and hope that breast feeding works for me ...
Answers
- I too agree in having your doctor write a perscription, and I also agree that a pump-in- style by medela is the best non-hospital grade pump there is!! I have had bo...
- I would recommend waiting and seeing how breastfeeding goes. You or your son may have special needs that will determine what kind of pump would work best. Also, your ...
- If you plan on exclusively breastfeeding, I wouldn't think you'd need a pump. If you want to pump on a regular basis, though, go for it- but get an electric dual one!...
Breast Pumps
Asked by N.H. from Boston
on July 10, 2010
-
Hi Moms
just wanted to know what breast pumps you thought where great and what ones to stay away from.
I am due in nov with son number 2 and I didnt use a pump wit...
Answers
- I also used the Medela Pump in Style with my first and currently using it again with my second and it works great. It's also convenient to use away from home. As a s...
- I really liked the Avent manual pump as well...very portable and not a lot of cleanup!
- I was really happy with my Ameda double pump. A woman who was pumping at the same time I was used two Medela Swings to simulate a double pump. Two were about the cost ...
