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Electric Breast Pump
However, I stay home and I preferred my single electric pump, a Medela Swing. It only pumps one side at a time, versus 2 sides like a double electric. ...
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- I have to agree with the rent one or go to the hospital some have a lactaing (spelling) area to try one out. I had one and never used it. It hurt like nobodys busine...
- I would wait until you have the baby, you can rent one from the hospital, and see if breastfeeding actually works out for you and your baby. Then you can buy one, you...
- Are you going back to work after you have your baby? If you will be working full time, you'll probably want to get an electric because it's faster and easier than a m...
Where to Buy Pump Parts?
Does anyone know of any stores in the area that carry all the parts? If it matters, I have a Medela Swing pump. Babies..."
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- I know a lady who is a lactation consultant who keeps the parts on hand and sells them. I don't know what parts she has exactly, but you could always call her and fin...
- The pharmacy in St Joseph's Carondelet has them. That's where I always got my stuff. I have a Medela too.
- You could try a hospital. I know after one of mine I was needing the whole new kit, and we got it there (not cheap, but quick).
Breastmilk Storage
I use the Gerber breast milk storage bags with my Medela advance pump. ..... I ended up getting the Medela Swing (single) for more then I spent on the ...
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- Any lansinoh products are the best. I tried several breast milk bags and lansinoh are the best. They totally cater to the breastfeeding mother.
- I used the Lansinoh storage bags for the freezer. They worked pretty well.
- You should be able to find the freezer bags for breast milk where ever the breast pump is sold. My daughter had them when she breastfed her first son. The bags are m...
How Do You Breastfeed If You Are Going Back to Work?
A co-worker of mine pumped for the first year with a single (Medela Swing). I used an Ameda double and liked the flexibility of getting both sides done at ...
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- Hi, I have pumped with both of my children at work, if there is not an empty office a bathroom can work. My advice to you is to get an eletric dual pump, it really ...
- Your place of work has to provide you a private area where you can pump during breaks.
- You should seriously consider getting an electric pump. It will help ensure that you get adequate stimulation and be a big time-saver. A co-worker of mine pumped for t...
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 .... If possible, borrow a swing until you know your baby likes one. ...
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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 ...
Baby Who Falls Asleep as Soon as Lachted On
It is suggested by Lacation consulations, Lachae League, and even Medela. ... a day. or you can swing by the shop in the hospital during business hours and ...
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- My first son used to fall asleep every time also. I pulled him off, tickled him, but the only thing that somewhat worked was a wet warm washcloth on his feet and face...
- Sure! Not nursing as usual because of work will make your supply go down. For some not getting as much rest makes it go down. You do need to be drinking lots. Most hos...
- Baraka, First, I applaud your dedication to breastfeeding, it really is worth the effort you're making. My milk supply did the same thing when I went back to work ...
Seeking Advice on Breast Pumps
Although it might seem early to buy it, your little one will be here very soon, so if you can swing it I definately reccommend it. Oh and Medela has a few ...
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- I used the madela pump. I would buy your own if you can. At one point I had it compleatly dismantled and as small as possible on my dressing table in a little basket...
- the Medela Hospital Grade Classic pump is the best pump ..i rented one for a month then decided to go on Ebay and buy one..wound up buying 2..and then sold them when i...
- I rented a hospital grade Medela with my first child, which worked great, but with my second, I bought a Medela double breast pump. The cost savings was significant, ...
Best Breat Pumps and Breast Pads
Sep 8, 2009 ... Hi B., Medela it is expensive but it worth the money, you can buy it used at .... The swing is nice because it is small and very portable. ...
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- I can't tell you anything about pumps, but I wasn't too impressed with the reusable nursing pads. They would work well nearer to the end of the nursing period for me,...
- I rented a breastpump from the hospital at first to get my supply to come in well. Then I bought a Medela pump in style. I LOVE that pump. Double, electric with the...
- Yes, the Medela is expensive, but it works well. I'm not sure about buying a used pump. I know milk did back up into my tubing and the motor a few times. So if you ...
Gift Registry for Twins
The swing thing may seem a little much but I was really glad to get my second ... If she is going to breastfeed, the Medela elctric dual pump will allow her ...
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- The SwaddleMe is the best thing since sliced bread-it was the only way my son slept through the night for the first few months and I give it as a gift to every new mom...
- I just had twins 9 months ago and I would suggest she register for plenty of diapers and wipes. She will never have enough. If she is going to bottle feed I would also...
- Samantha...we so think alike...that is the FIRST thing that came to my mind...2 swings...and 2 pack and plays. LOTS of diapers (both major brands) in different sizes. ...
What Cant You Live Without?
3.swing-all my kids loved it. 4.a good baby blanket! 5.a great breastpump like the medela- my son literally nursed every 2 to 2 1/2 hrs. so w/o it i could ...
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- I couldn't live one day without the books my son has loved sooo much even in infancy but most of all the smiles, hugs and I love you's that come up out of the blue (th...
- Here are a few things I could not live without with having all 3 of my girls. 1. mother's intuition - like another mother said a mom knows her child best. 2. My ...
- #1 Lanolin for sore b-feeding nipples #2 boudreaux's butt paste #3 homeopathic teething tablets #4 every parenting book/magazine I can get my hands on~I don't a...
