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Info on Breastpumps
Asked by S.R. from Indianapolis
on September 4, 2007
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I an in the process of researching breastpumps. I have looked at several different websites, read some reviews etc. I was wondering what others recommend. I was not ab...
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- Hello! Congrats on your almost here newest little one!!! My baby just turned 1 last week and I breast fed him for about 8 months. Let me tell you that the Medela Pump ...
- i like the medals. and you will want to try to get eletric duals. my sister liked the advent hand pump that is manual. you can ask in the hostipal for a kit that has...
- I love the Medela Pump In Style and you can get good prices in Ebay, new or used. I would wait until you see how much you might really need it. If it's just occasion...
Breast Pumps
Asked by R.V. from St. Louis
on February 19, 2008
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Can someone please recommend a breast pump for a beginning mother who has never done this before? My daughter is going to try breastfeeding with the new baby but she ...
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- I nursed both of my children until they were 13 months, working full time and traveling for work once they were 6 months+. The key to a successful "pumping" experienc...
- If she is going to be working she will need a double electric pump. The Medela Pump In Style is one of the best. It is very effective and super easy to use. And it ...
- With my first daughter we rented one - you can get them from most hospitals. I am so glad we did because breastfeeding was not for her. We did it for about 6 weeks ...
Seeking a Reccomendation on a Breast Pump
Asked by C.R. from San Diego
on April 2, 2008
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Hello mommies. My daughter just turned one month old today and I think it's time to start pumping. I intend to breastfeed the majority of the time but I'm beginning ...
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- Everyone is suggesting the medela pump, which I know is good brand. I started out with a gerber handpump, which didn't produce what I was expecting(I'd never buy a han...
- Honestly, I don't know the exact model I have... but it's a Medela electric pump. Retails for close to $300. I actually was very fortunate and am borrowing it from a f...
- I love the Medela Pump in Style. My lactation specialist recommended it. I had purchased a manual pump, but after using one at the hospital, I found out quickly this...
Best Breat Pumps and Breast Pads
Asked by B.H. from Panama City
on September 3, 2009
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Good morning, Ladies!
I am trying to do research on the best best pumps, both manual and electric. I've heard good reviews about the manual Lansolil but most revie...
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- I can't tell you anything about pumps, but I wasn't too impressed with the reusable nursing pads. They would work well nearer to the end of the nursing period for me,...
- I rented a breastpump from the hospital at first to get my supply to come in well. Then I bought a Medela pump in style. I LOVE that pump. Double, electric with the...
- Yes, the Medela is expensive, but it works well. I'm not sure about buying a used pump. I know milk did back up into my tubing and the motor a few times. So if you ...
Whisper Wear Breast Pump
Asked by E.K. from Chicago
on September 15, 2006
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I'm interested in the Whisper Wear Breast Pump but don't know anyone personally who has used it. I'm a teacher, planning to pump at school when I return to work, and ...
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- check out www.kellymom.com there is a page that shows you how to make any pump hands free without buying the expensive and hard to put on bustiers. I personally we...
- Never had a Whisper, but I, too, recommend a Medela. I got a double electric Pump In Style on Ebay for half the orice. Also, you can buy a bra/bustier/bandeau to hol...
- Hi - I never used a Whisper but I have an Ameda Purely Yours that works really well. The www.kellymom.com link about hands-free pumping is a good method if that's th...
Seeking Advice on Breast Pumps
Asked by M.H. from Honolulu
on October 12, 2008
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Hello moms,
I'm writing to request your advice on breast pumps. My first baby is due New Year's Day and my plan is to breastfeed, pumping perhaps 1x/day so that da...
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- I used the madela pump. I would buy your own if you can. At one point I had it compleatly dismantled and as small as possible on my dressing table in a little basket...
- the Medela Hospital Grade Classic pump is the best pump ..i rented one for a month then decided to go on Ebay and buy one..wound up buying 2..and then sold them when i...
- I rented a hospital grade Medela with my first child, which worked great, but with my second, I bought a Medela double breast pump. The cost savings was significant, ...
Need Advice on Good Breast Pump
Asked by B.B. from San Luis Obispo
on February 17, 2009
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hi ladies. i am in the last semester of the registered nursing program, and am due in two weeks. i have chosen to return to school after taking just a week off (i kn...
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- The only pump I used was the Medela Pump in Style Advanced Backpack. It worked really well for me and was neat and compact. My friends all used a Medela pump as well...
- Hi B.- My daughter didn't latch on for 3 1/2 months so I pumped exclusively for that period. I LOVED the Medela Pump in Style. I ended up using it for both of my ...
- I only scanned over some of the responses and I am also a fan of the Medela Pump in Style Advanced. The only thing I didn't see (of the few I scanned) was the halter ...
Breastpump
Asked by N.P. from Chicago
on February 27, 2006
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Hi
Just wanted to gather some recommedations on breast pumps. I have been told that hospital ones are the best. I should mention that I am expecting twins.
Thanks
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- Hi I have a two month old baby, and I am using Ameda Purely yours Breast pump. I got the one with back pack so I carry it to the work. Just to let you know i used t...
- I have used a breast pump for all three of my children. I fed my babies only breast milk and I pumped all of the feedings for well over a year. All of my children at...
- When I had my daughter I went out and got a $50 pump thinking there wasn't much of a differncein pumps. I was so wrong. After 2 months of using the pump and being in p...
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...
Breast Pumps
Asked by C.W. from Minneapolis
on May 14, 2008
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HI to all- i wondering what breast pump you would recomend. i'm not looking to spent a ton of money. i'm a stay at home mom but my baby and i do travel alot to ca (t...
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- Without any hesistation whatsoever...I would recommend the MEDELA. I know there are a few different types-- I think they categorize by color. I bought the lavender o...
- I am not sure what kind of insurance you have, but sometimes they will cover a breast pump. If you call 1-866-milk-mom and talk to Heather she will let you know if yo...
- I pumped with both of my girls (it was too painful for them to nurse after I got home from hospital) and I used a hand pump called Avent. I absolutely loved it and all...
