Preparing Siblings: Ameda
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Can I Continue Breastfeeding Without a Pump?
Asked by C.C. from Detroit
on February 29, 2008
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My sister-in-law has let me borrow her breastpump but now she is having her second baby and needs it back. I have been pumping while at work and breastfeeding my son w...
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- Check e-bay for pumps. I bought my (at the time LOL) $300 Ameda purely Yours for $150 brand new off e-bay. It's now been used for 3 children...just the occasional pum...
- What you express, whether by nursing or pumping is what your body will make the next day. So your body will adjust eventually and most likely it will not even be an is...
- I wasn't told until my 3rd child that my insurance would cover a Medela hospital grade pump. Get an Rx for one from your doctor and take it to any DME company (durabl...
Breastfeeding and Pumping
Asked by N.M. from Omaha
on February 3, 2009
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I am expecting my first child in May. I am planning to breastfeed my child. After reading about breast pumps I was wondering if you experienced moms would purchase y...
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- The Medela Pump In Style worked great for me. I would also recommend a Medela bra and the Hands-Free attachment (attaches to the bra with rubber bands so you can use b...
- Purchase your own. Talk to the lactation specialist at your hospital. They someitmes sell them and will bill it to your insurance as misc. expense. I love my Madela...
- Hi! I had borrowed a medela breast pump from a friend of mine and liked it. Unfortunately my daughter was 6 weeks early and my milk hadn't come in. Didn't have the bes...
Breastpumps
Asked by J.L. from Charleston
on January 2, 2007
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Can anyone recommend a good breastpump for me? I am pregnant with my first child, and I have absolutely no idea which ones are good.
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Proper Storage of Milk
Asked by M.B. from Rochester
on April 2, 2008
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I have been debating pumping for the past 5 months of 7. I am leery of the plastic and it's 'phthalates' and other garbage that is newly discovered in it. Now, I have ...
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- Hi I wanted to let you know that there is a system with playtex nursers that will attach to a pump using their dropins. If you can't find it email me and I have one un...
- Hi, just so you know Medela bottles are BPA free as well (same as born free), so I dont think there is a problem sterilizing them! Pumping nto the bottle, and then fr...
- My SIL recommended Medela bags specifically because you can pump direcly into the bag. I think you have to position the bag similar to a bottle-liner. I just hated t...
Which Formula Is Best?
Asked by H.R. from Dallas
on March 12, 2007
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I am considering weening my child but don't know which formula is best. We typical eat all natural foods at our house. If it could be purchased in bulk at Sam's to s...
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- Find out if your baby's doctor has some samples that you can try. My doctor has several different brands in her office.
- Ask your pediatrician's office. They'll give you samples of what they have so you don't waste money on formula that your daughter will end up not liking.
- Considering your question was which formula is best, not whether or not to continue to breastfeed, I recommend Enfamil Lipil with Iron. Using formula is a great way t...
Fun with Fenugreek
Asked by E.B. from Philadelphia
on November 14, 2008
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Hello Mamas,
I’ve been having a serious problem with my supply for the past 3 weeks. Nursing is fine--- he seems fat and happy after he’s had a nursing session...
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- Hello, Fenugreek works really well for some women and doesn't help much for others. For me it didn't help much, but I have friends who had to stop taking it becaus...
- Hi! And Congratulations on the little one. It is wonderful that you are pumping for him!!! My DD is 14 months now and still nursing around the clock although she doe...
- Just an idea, but maybe the problem isn't you or your supply, but your pump. I had bought a cheaper pump (evenflo- I would never recommend it!!) and I maybe pumped 1 o...
Going to Attempt to Breastfeed
Asked by L.H. from Fayetteville
on August 6, 2009
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I am currently around 30 weeks pregnant with my second child and did not breast feed my first, but will have the chance with this one and am wondering if I should wait...
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- By all means, get one now! I have a medela double electric and love it. I had mine given to me from a friend.. I know all the professionals will say don't use someon...
- rent it through the hospital. i was going to purchase one and am glad i didn't b/c i did not produce enough milk for my son!
- Medela Freestyle is worth every penny! I used it for 12 months. I'm having my second baby in December and plan to use it again. I regret not buying it sooner. It a...
Would You Buy a Used Pump? and a Breastfeeding Question?
Asked by M.!. from Columbus
on July 28, 2010
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I am going to be having my 3rd child. I did not breastfeed my first two, but would like to try with this baby. Since I do not know how well breastfeeding would go I ...
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- Hi there and congrats on your third! I just had my third and have used the same Medela "Pump in Style" portable pump for all three kids. I've had it now for five yea...
- Get a referral to a lactation consultant. They can be a HUGE help. Breastfeeding is natural, but not necessarily easy. If there's a way for you to visit with someone w...
- I have a Medela pump that I bought used, and I just replaced all of the plastic parts on it - much cheaper than buying a new pump. A previous poster said the milk goe...
Help! New Mom to Be Looking for Advice.
Asked by M.B. from Toledo
on July 31, 2006
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I'm looking for any advice and recommendations from all of you moms out there. This is our first child and I'm not sure which items I should buy or avoid. I'd particul...
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- Hello M.! Last year we too welcomed our first and I was exactly in your shoes! We didn't know where to begin! I relied on advice from everyone. We spent so much ...
- A book that really helped me alot was 'What to Expect When You're expecting'
- Hi Mindi - I can't give you anything definite about stuff, but some generalities. I've seen bottles out there that are advertised specifically for babies that sw...
Advice on Pumping/Storing Breastmilk
Asked by T.S. from Seattle
on June 6, 2008
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I will be returning to work when my daughter is 6 weeks old. My husband will be home with her for another 6 weeks, and then she will be going to daycare. I have deci...
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- Hi T., I know you are getting a lot of responses, but I didn't really see one with my exact experience and it might help. Before I had my daughter, I thought I w...
- I too went back to work at 6 weeks. 1. Any pump that you feel is best for you would work I think. I used the double electric pump by evenflo. 2. I started giving m...
- Medela Pump in Style is hands down the best pump. I have spoken to many women and nurses. Also, I froze milk in 4-6-8 oz increments. Once thawed you still have s...
