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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...
Questions About Breast Pumps
Asked by H.S. from San Diego
on November 16, 2008
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I have a lot of questions about breat pumps. I will have to return to work about 6 weeks after having my baby so I will need to pump my breastmilk. I have heard that t...
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- Hi H., I have the Medela pump in style advance and I've been very happy with it. I haven't had a problem with finding bottles to fit the pump. I have 3 different ty...
- I've been back to work for a month. I love the Medela! The hospital recommended it. They also said don't start pumping until your supply is regular (about 3-4 wks). ...
- Hi, Do you know if you want an electric or manual pump? I'm using a manual pump - Avant, which I find is really effective. It's a little bit fiddly to start with, bu...
First Time Breastfeeder!!
Asked by N.M. from Philadelphia
on March 18, 2008
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I am about 5 weeks away from my expected due date and am having major anxiety about breastfeeding. First of all I am very scared of the whole thing but want to try my ...
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- I have to agree with the previous poster. Try to relax. Upon delivery all you have to do is put that baby to breast -- instructions are usually built right in the ar...
- I've tried 3 different breast pumps and the best advice I can give you is to try the one at the hospital. I used an Ameda in the hospital with my son and it worked ex...
- RELAX!! This will all be ok, this is what your body was ment to do. Go to the library, and take out a book called the womanly art of breastfeeding - it's a wonderfu...
Breast Pump Recommendations?
Asked by K.L. from Orlando
on August 6, 2006
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I will be going back to work after 6 weeks and plan to breastfeed. What breast pump would you recommend? Not too expensive, please.
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- I have two children and breastfed both times. With the first one I bought a cheap electric pump, I can't remember the name right now, but it worked great for a while ...
- You can try renting a pump through your local hospital. They generally run around $25-$30 per month. They are also much stronger than most of the models at the store...
- I used the Medela Pump In Style Advanced while I had to be away from my baby for a time (she was in ICU). It was wonderful and truly a lifesaver. I still have it and...
Breast Pump Recommendations
Asked by S.S. from San Francisco
on January 14, 2008
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Hi,
I am due to give birth in 2 months with my first baby. I am planning to breast feed and would like some advice on breast pumps, which brands work best etc. Any ad...
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- the avent breast pumped works really great, i wish i bought it with my first child. even if you get the manuel, it is a great pump
- Definitely the Medela Pump In Style Advanced. I know it's more expensive but SO worth it! I loved it! It was best for pumping at work but even when I was on mat...
- Get the Medela Pump in Style - they are very very expensive new, so my ob recommended I get one slightly used off of ebay. You can buy new and boil all the tubes and m...
Breastpumps
Asked by J.B. from St. Louis
on January 2, 2008
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Looking for recommendations on breastpumps. I've read lots of pros and cons on different brands and would like to get some other mothers advice. This will be my first ...
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- Whatever you do do not buy a hand pump or a cheap pump. Unfortunately it will be expensive but the hospital will tell you to buy the $300+ pumps. I bought an evenflow ...
- I have a medela pump in style. I love it. It is a double pump with it's own travel case. I am currently nursing 4 month old twins. This pump has great power and ad...
- I had the basic electric Medela pump (Medela In-style? I got mine at Target) for my first daughter, which I used every once in a while for the 1st 4 months. For my sec...
Breastfeeding Help!
Asked by S.G. from Colorado Springs
on February 15, 2008
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I have been breastfeeding my new son for a month now. He is an eager eater and latches on well. However, both my nipples have been cracked since he began nursing. I am...
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- Has breastfeeding always been this painful? If so, I'd be willing to bet that the way your son is latched on is causing your nipple pain. All those things that you've ...
- Hang in there girl! I had the same problem I would cry everytime my baby nursed and I kept on putting Lanesol this kind of brand I got it from Target and it really hel...
- My nipples were extremely sore and I just about cried everytime my baby latched on but once the sucking started the pain went away and I could nurse somewhat comfortab...
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...
What Brand of Breast Pump Do You Recommend?
Asked by J.J. from Phoenix
on November 23, 2011
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We are expecting #4 and I am looking into recommendations for an electric breast pump (preferably a dual one). I plan to breastfeed and pump as a supplement. In the pa...
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- Hands down the Medula Pump in Style. I also rented one from the hospital for about a month and then went out and purchased one. It got used for my 2 kid's and then I...
- Medela. Use a 20% off coupon (or better if you can find one) at babies r us to offset the cost.
- Medela Pump In Style Advanced....without a doubt. I used it to pump for about 10 months every day while I was working full-time. It worked great and I will plan to u...
Cleaning Wipes for Breast/nipple and for Medela Pump Parts and Storage Bags
Asked by N.B. from New York
on September 30, 2008
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Hi,
I'm stocking up for breastfeeding supplies and wanted to know...
Do I have to use the cleansing pads specifically sold to clean your breast before breastfeeding ...
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- Just wanted to add a note about Lansinoh cream - try to only use it when you really need it e.g. when you first start breastfeeding & when your nipples are very dry. ...
- I breastfed my son for a year, nursing when I could and pumping and leaving bottles for my husband and caregivers when necessary. I really liked the medela storage bag...
- I used the Medela bags for the first few months, and then switched to the Lansinoh because they held more. Both were exactly the same, functionally. Technically, you...
