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Which is the best breast pump to buy?
Read all 33 responses: "Any suggestions on what bottles to use with the Lansinoh Double Electric Breast Pump? OR any suggestions on what Breast Pump to ...
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Best Breast Pumps
Read all 19 responses: "I am a frist time mom. We are expecting our son around thanksgiving day! I really want to breast feed until I go back to work and ...
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- Medela for sure. I researched a bunch of different pumps, and after reading reviews and getting information, I went with the Medela double electric pump. It's about ...
- Hi J.. First of all congrats on your upcoming arrival. They truly are little blessings! I nursed my daughter too and with all the different brands it's hard to kno...
- Hi J.! Congratulations on your baby boy. How exciting to be expecting your first baby. :) I personally use the Medela Pump in Style. I used it five years ago w...
Breast Pump
Read all 10 responses: "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 ...
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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....
"Hand Me Down" Breastpump.
Read all 45 responses: "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.
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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...
Breast Pump
Read all 6 responses: "I am interested in purchasing a breast pump and I wanted to get the opinion of other moms on pumps that work well without costing too ...
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- I recommend the AVENT ISIS breast pump. It is inexpensive and the manual hand held pump is easy to squeeze and can be used with only one hand. It has a silicone inse...
- Hi B.. I breast fed my second baby for 10 months and worked full time. First I tried a had pump that I got at target but my milk supply was so much ( my co-workers c...
- hi, most hospitals will rent a pump to you and I believe they run about $60/month. I know my cousin is renting one right now. If you don't need one for everyday the...
Plastic/ BPA Breast Pump and Bottles
Read all 3 responses: "I saw on the today show that there are some plastics when put in the microwave or dishwasher may release toxins.
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- Mary K is correct. You do not need to worry about the plastic in your breast pump, those parts are never microwaved or ran through the dishwasher, so they are fine....
- Nuby, Advent and Dr browns all make BPA free bottles and sippy cups, Also glass bottles are good, And NOT microwaving plastics is always safe. try heating in a bowl ...
- If you use a medela breast pump...go to the website. They say all thier pump accessories are BPA free. I have been using these to store milk as well, and feel comple...
Breast Pump Recommendation
Read all 36 responses: "Any recommendations for breast pump brands or styles? I am expecting my second in June and will be going back to work after six ...
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- I recommend the Medela Pump in Style Advanced. I have the backpack style which I love because it's easier to carry and it has a cooler bag in it for the pumped milk. ...
- I have two children and I have breastfed both. I used the Ameda Purely Yours breast pump and loved it. It is a little pricey but is great if you are working. It has...
- The ones you rent from the hospital are so much better now. I just returned mine recently. My new little one is 6 months old and my milk just gave out. The one I re...
First Time Breastfeeder!!
My question is, does anyone out there recommend a breast pump for a first .... I 've tried 3 different breast pumps and the best advice I can give you is to ...
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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...
Suggestions for a Good Breast Pump
Read all 21 responses: "I am 8 months pregnant with my 3rd baby and think that I want to breastfeed this time (i only bottle feed ny first 2)but I would ...
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- Hi J., Don't cut corners when it comes to a breast pump especially if you are planning on making this the primary food source for your baby. Spend the money and bu...
- When I was pregnant, I decided that I wanted to breastfeed, but was worried that he wouldnt nurse (my first born wouldnt nurse at all) so we bought the cheapest electr...
- I ended up pumping for 11 months 5-6 times a day b/c my baby didn't latch well and I wanted him the benefits of breastmilk. I used the Medela Pump-in-Style for th...
Advice of Buying a Breast Pump
Sep 30, 2009 ... Read all 32 responses: "Where can I get a good breast pump without paying an arm and a leg. I like the Ameda and Medela but both of very ...
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- hi A. my advice is to purchase used. all pumps nowadays are made to where cross contamination is near impossible to take place. As i have mentioned to others on thi...
- A., the milk does NOT go through the machine. the only parts that touch you or your milk are the breast shield, the membrane, and the bottle. these can all be steri...
- Check out craigslist.com or ebay. I was able to get a Medela Pump in style for $99. I used the tubing and pumps that the hospital provided (for free!) and sterilized...
