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Breast Pumps & Other 'Must Have' Baby Gift Registry Items
I recommend a MEDELA breastpump, any style. If you are going back to work then a PUMP IN STYLE would work. I would definetly go with a MEDELA though. ...
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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 ...
"Hand Me Down" Breastpump.
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 ...
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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...
Medela Symphony Vs. Pump in Style
Therefore, I need a great breast pump that I can use everyday that will express the whole breast. I know Medela is the best, but I am wondering if I should ...
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- The Pump in Style worked great. To boost my milk production I used Fenugreek (a natural herb recommended by a pediatrician in our group) and it was awesome! Way bett...
- I have the Medela and have used it for both my children. I can usually express both sides in about 10 minutes. I can do one side at a time or both simultaneously. I...
- The hospital pumps work really well and they are reallllllly quick. That said, the reflux might subside or lessen and she might be able to return to the breast. 65 i...
Used Breast Pump
Oct 12, 2009 ... My understand is that Medela breast pumps are not a closed system (like a rental pump) and the breastmilk can and does get into the system. ...
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- I was offered a used breast pump and initially accepted. Once I got it I decided not too. I couldn't get past the idea that someone elses milk was pumped from it. S...
- I'll probably hear from others that say it was not the right thing, but with my first child I borrowed the medela dbl pump from a friend in the LaLeche league who had ...
- If you feel really uncomfortable, then don't do it. but I have 2 used medelas thAT
Anyone Used PJ Comfort Breast Pump?
Has anyone ever used the PJ comfort breast pump? What did you think? With my daughter I used a Medela hospital grade rental. ...
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- J., I have a 7 week old who had some feeding issues. I spent some time with our hospital's lactation consultants and each one sadi that the Avent ISIS IQ was worth th...
- I used the medela pump & style advanced & due to my daughters pre-maturity & my need to go back to work immediately after my extended bed rest before my daughtes birth...
- I use the Medela Pump in Style, it is great. Good suction, quick, and you can pump both breasts at the same time. The pump is around $300, but worth the expense. I ...
Breast Pump Advice
I figured I should use the best to preserve my breasts the best I could! I have the traveling Medela breastpump for sale. If you're interested, ...
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- I have a Medela. You can either get it in a back pack or purse type bag. Very easy to use and I have had mine for both of my girls (3 years and 10 months. Good lukc ...
- I used a Medela pump and it worked well. I would recommend checking with your health insurance. It paid for most of mine.
- My best suggestion is to rent a Medela pump from a medical supply. They will even deliver it to you for free. You will get the best machine which will make pumping e...
Breast Pump Problems
Read all 14 responses: "im a new mom using the "Lactina" breast pump. ive ... I had a similar problem with a lower model of Medela pump and didn't think the ...
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- Is it new or rented or used? I used a Lactina pump with both of my kids and if anything it worked too well (ouch!!). It sounds like it is broken so I would suggest r...
- C. - Congrats on the new baby. I know that pumping for a preemie is a lot of work. I have several mommies who are in the same boat you are. Most likely what is happ...
- Hi C.! Not sure if this will help, but on the model I have used, there is a little "filter" piece that is located on the part that twists into the bottle for collecti...
Anyone Hear Anything About Playtex Breastpumps?
I was able to pick up a medela breastpump from a consignment sale for $50 with lots of extra parts. I washed and steam cleaned everything! ...
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- You can sanitize ANYTHING, so a better choice is to get the expensive grade pump used from Ebay and sanitize it. You can even buy new parts - tubes and cups and thing...
- I don't know anything about the Platex pump but I wanted to ask how long you thought you might be using the pump. If it will just be for a few months it might be bette...
- I have not tried any Playtex pumps, but, I bought an 'Ameda Purely Yours' pump online and it was just as good as the $300 Medela pumps and I think I paid something lik...
Breast Pumps
I have purchased a Medela breast pump for my daughter for her shower ..... The Medela Harmony breast pump is one of the BEST breast pumps i have ever tried. ...
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- I nursed both of my children until they were 13 months, working full time and traveling for work once they were 6 months+. The key to a successful "pumping" experienc...
- If she is going to be working she will need a double electric pump. The Medela Pump In Style is one of the best. It is very effective and super easy to use. And it ...
- With my first daughter we rented one - you can get them from most hospitals. I am so glad we did because breastfeeding was not for her. We did it for about 6 weeks ...
Seeking Advice on Breast Pumps
I also have the Medela electronic breast pump and it works greatMy son was born in February and I pump 13 times per day and havent had any problems It has a ...
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- I just want to lend a cautious word about renting from the hospital... You need to have a pump in hand before you deliver. You never know what is going to happen, and...
- I have been EPing (exclusively pumping) for 8 weeks now, using the Medela Pump-In-Style Advanced and love it. Although pumping 6-8 times a day is a chore, I haven't h...
- Hello, I used the Medela Pump-In-Style. Check with the hospital, you may be able to rent one. I was lucky. My sister-in-law never used this one & gave it to me. ...
