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Baby Gear Advice
Asked by K.S. from Chicago
on January 3, 2009
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Hi!
I was wondering if you could give me advice on the newest baby gear. I gave most of my baby gear away 6 months ago(after my 4th child). Now surprise...I am ex...
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- hi and congrats! my favorite baby gear item was the kangaroo korner fleese pocket sling. easy for mom and dad to use. baby easy in and out, in all different carrier...
- Congrats!! I hope this helps. I LOVE to purchase strollers. I think its my addiction.LOL. Saying that I do not not like the Bugaboo or the Silver Cross. They take...
- I second Judith on the Ergo! Worth the money, and maybe you could find one slightly loved online...we even got it at Be By Baby--they have a sling class that is $15 an...
Breast Pumps & Other 'Must Have' Baby Gift Registry Items
Asked by J.J. from San Francisco
on February 27, 2008
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I am 5 1/2 months pregnant & beginning my baby registry.
I have 2 questions:
What breast pump would you recommend for a planning on breast feeding mother?
What ...
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- At home I use a Medela pump in style at work I use an Ameda hospital pump (a major advantage of working at a hospital.) For me the Ameda is more comfortable. They're...
- First of all congratulations!! Girls are SO fun!!! I have answered this question so many times for friends that I have a spreadsheet. The short list though... Ma...
- Congrats on the Baby Girl on the way...I prefer the elctric pump over a manual; but you might want to think about this if you are going back to work and still plan on ...
Best Baby Bottles
Asked by L.M. from Knoxville
on August 4, 2009
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I have a two week old that is a wonderful breast-feeder. I am wanting to introduce a bottle that is most like the breast so dad can feed if necessary. Do you have su...
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- L., My son took right to bottles while breastfeeding. We used Medela. He didn't seem to have any trouble with them. It is easiest if someone other than you give hi...
- I agree with the other moms on here that suggested Avent. I had a colicky infant, and these bottles were by far the best at reducing air intake. They now make them BP...
- The Breast Flow System is closest to the breast. It is a double nipple system so he has to suck on it just like th breast for the milk to come out. This is the bottl...
Baby Refuses the Bottle
Asked by M.D. from Denver
on June 12, 2008
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I have a 3 month old daughter who I have been solely breastfeeding. I will be returning to work full time in about 6 weeks and my daughter refuses to take the bottle....
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- My son did the same thing. I found out afterwards that 3 months old was too late to be introducing the bottle, but I didn't have a real reason to introduce it earlier ...
- i had to "trick" my son by slipping him the bottle when he would fall asleep nursing. it took about a week, but it worked.
- Hey M.! I had a little bit of a similar situation, except my son would take a bottle at home or at grandmas but wouldn't at the daycare. Your little one is probably ...
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...
Another BF and Returning to Work Question
Asked by A.K. from Chicago
on February 12, 2007
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I am returning to work FT at the beginning of March, and have the Medela Advanced Pump in Style. I want to continue exclusively BF my son, and have been pumping once ...
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- I had 3 bags, one for pump, one for bottles to daycare, and a cooler for storage while I was at work. I usually left my pump at work just cause I had so many things t...
- Hi A., I am returning to work this Thursday (agghhh) thus understand your questions. The only advice I can offer is that we have tried the Medela bottles for feeding...
- Hi A. I was pleasantly surprised when I returned to work to find out they offered a lactation room. Disposable equipment and tubing was provided to each mom. The ...
First Weekend Trip Away from Baby- and Not Quite Weaned...
Asked by C.R. from Boston
on October 31, 2008
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I am taking my first weekend trip away from the baby in 3 weeks (she will be 16 months old). Here's the thing, my daughter is still nursing- before her nap and upon go...
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- I definitely wouldn't wean her before you go. From the time he was about 18 months, my son and I were apart regularly overnight and for weekends (his dad and I are di...
- if you aren't ready to wean your baby, i'd say pump. you can rent a pump from a lactation consultant if your pump is broken. i rented one from lactation care in newton...
- Hi C.. I hope you enjoy your trip. I had an inexpensive evenflow pump that worked well. It was battery operated and came with a plug too. It was cheap and worked w...
Baby Due Soon- Looking for Tips on Breastfeeding and Pumping
Asked by L.E. from Milwaukee
on January 22, 2009
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Hello all-
I am due in a couple of weeks and am looking for tips on breastfeeding, pumping and getting the baby to take abottle. I have heard that many newborns don'...
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- I have breasted both my babies. The Lacation Consultants had me purchase Pur nipples from the hospital for bottle feeding. These are important at the beginning due t...
- Well, whatever you do, don't stress out about it! I have breastfed 2 kids, and mostly by bottle because pumping was my only option. My 1st baby was a lazy eater, he w...
- exclusive breast feeding for at least 1 month to build up a supply, then pump for a feeding or in between. You won't generally get much, but any little bit helps. Ha...
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...
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...
