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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...
What Are Some Good Books?
Asked by A.P. from Provo
on April 1, 2009
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I am 32 having my first child in May. I have decided to have an epidural and I would like to breast feed. Does anyone have any suggestions on reading material to know ...
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- I loved the "Idiot's Guide to Breastfeeding" It was easy to read, but had a ton of good information. Good luck!
- Congratulations! It looks like there are quite a few books out there, so for the breastfeeding...definitely stick to it, and if you have ANY issues or concerns, have ...
- I always love What To Expect The First Year.
Can You Suggest Any Helpful Breastfeeding/parenting Books?
Asked by A.B. from Phoenix
on February 17, 2009
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I just had my third son in January and have already been breastfeeding him the longest, 6 weeks. I am interested in reading an helpful books on the subject for tips an...
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- Hi A., Congratulations! You got some great suggestions. The Dr. Sears Breastfeeding book is good. Also, I highly recommend you contact Doris as in Amanda's post. ...
- I'm sorry I can't recommend any books, but I thought I might tell you some tricks that I have tried... For increasing milk supply I drink LOTS of water and 1 to 2 b...
- Hi A., Our OB/GYN wellness center is having a breastfeeding class next week. Janine is a great instructor, she could help you 'troubleshoot' the problems you are havi...
Recommendations About Various Baby Gear Products
Asked by C.T. from Dallas
on March 20, 2008
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I'm looking for opinions about best strollers, carriers, car seats. I am pretty much clueless. Light weight seems good to me, but I don't even know if that's an issu...
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- Ok I JUST went through this! I used the Graco car seat and stroller. I also got a "snap and go" a frame stroller that the carrier snaps into, VERY lightweight. That...
- Hi! Congratulations! The only thing that I would add is to advise you to check consumerreports.org for all kinds of great information. I used Graco and then Britax ...
- Hi C., Congratulations! Yeah for mommies over 40! :) I would suggest that you do some looking on the web and find some things that you like. When you do, then check ...
Glider/ottoman Recommendations
Asked by J.S. from Washington DC
on July 21, 2009
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I'm due in mid-October and I've been driving myself crazy with trying to find the right glider/ottoman set. I can't afford Dutailer, so let's not even go there. LOL ...
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- I don't have a brand to recommend, but I would caution you against any model with bare wood on the arms. The best bet is really going someplace and trying them out to ...
- Next time around, i'm opting for a recliner.... as in Lazy-Boy.. or something similar - whatever i can find that is affordable. You can find some good deals at yard s...
- My husband bought me a Shermag from Babies R Us over 7 years ago when my first was born and I still have it, use it and love it.
"Hand Me Down" Breastpump.
Asked by D.J. from Cleveland
on January 24, 2009
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Has anyone used/borrowed a 'single user' Medela breastpump? My sister gave me her pump, but I'm not sure if it's safe to use. Of course, Medela says it isn't. HELP!!
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- DON'T BORROW A BREASTPUMP! As a lactation consultant I have seen multiple mothers with yeast infections and mastitis from using someone elses breatpump. The pumps you...
- I gave my pump to my best friend to use. She works at Children's hospital and questioned / polled several co-workers (Dr's, nurses, educators, etc) on the safety of do...
- You seem to have gotten a lost of responses saying that it is just fine as long as you replace the tubing and such. What I have read and researched though strongly su...
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...
Breast Pump
Asked by N. from Chicago
on January 31, 2007
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Hi I wanted to know if anyone has Medela breast pump in style to sell. I am really looking for one .Any other recommendations are welcome.
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- I just recently sold mine on Ebay. I bought it new there for about 2/3 the price that you can get it at stores like Babies R Us. There are also used ones there as we...
- I have a Medela pump in style that I'd like to sell. I've used it w/ my 2 children but it's still in good condition. I'm willing to sell for $100.
- I have the one with the backpack along with extra containers, breastshields, cleaning bags, hoses. I just stopped pumping about a month ago and I used it for one year....
Need New Breast pump...any Recommendations?
Asked by A.R. from Cleveland
on February 25, 2013
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I just had my baby and realized I need a new pump (mine is older and just not performing how it used to. For certain reasons, I exclusively pump so I want a good one t...
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- I've had to exclusively pump with both of my kids too, but I used the Medela pump in style. I had to get a new one with my 2nd baby because the diaphram (?) on the fro...
- The Playtex dual breast pump was awesome! I was able to pump in my car or in my office without others noticing because it had a nice discreet bag plus I was able to pu...
- My pump just died yesterday (while at work!) and I asked my sister what she recommended (she's a WIC BF counselor and LLL leader). She said that she would recommend a ...
BPA Free Bottle Recommendations
Asked by T.M. from Chicago
on July 20, 2008
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With my first baby I used Avent bottles, but now with my next baby on the way, I have learned more about the importance of Bisphenol-a (BPA) Free bottles. What are yo...
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- Hi T., I would recommend either the Born Free bottles or the Playtex nursers. The Born Free are BPA free. I use the playtex nursers and have really liked them. The ...
- Skip the worry about plastic and use glass. I used them with my daughter and NEVER broke one. They are made from tempered glass and is not easy to break. You can by th...
- Hi! I know that they make BPA free bottles for Dr. Brown's. My friend bought those. Yet, they are not easy to find (and they did not exist when I had my son at first)....
