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Medela Pump Parts- Reuse Old Ones or Buy New?
I have the same medela pump and I just bought new tubing and sterilized everything else. I have had no problems. Good Luck. 1 mom found this helpful ...
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- I reused all of my Medela pump parts with my second son. I did run them through the dishwasher to sterilize occasionally, and also used Medela steam bags. These shou...
- I plan on reusing all of my stuff for my third time around this fall! But I agrees with one of the posts that I glanced at - to make sure that nothing is getting worn ...
- My daughter was 2 when I delivered my son who is currently still breastfed and I still pump. I have the same medela pump and I just bought new tubing and sterilized e...
Sharing Breast Pump
I ordered new tubing and used new shields, etc. It was fine. I've read on other boards that Medela warns about sharing because there is a very small chance ...
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- I used a medela pump from a friend and have passed it along to another mom. No problems whatsoever.
- I have the same pump. A friend at work offered it to me. I bought all the tubes, shields and bottles new which was about $30 vs the $300+ cost of the pump so I took ...
- I think the warning is a way for them to make more money. I got a medela pump from a friend and used it until it died, luckily she didn't want it back (it had been use...
Medela Accessories (Tubes to Be More Specific)
I have pulled out my Medela pump but it seems to be missing the tubes. ... buy the exact same tubing for 9 cents a yard at Runnings or any hardware store. ...
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- You can buy them at Target or if you want you can buy the exact same tubing for 9 cents a yard at Runnings or any hardware store. Congrats on your growing family!
- I believe most hospitals carry this brand. they do have some accesories for them for sale if needed. I delivered in Mankato Mn and would have been able to pick up extr...
- You should check out www.momsmaternity.com. They have really fast shipping, reasonable prices and EVERY part for every pump...you should be able to find exactly what y...
Seeking Recommendations and Warnings for Dual Electric Breast Pumps
The Medela pump in style is awesome!! I used it for both my kids, and lent it to my sister-in-law for her two kids ( you just get new tubing and bottles) ...
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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 Advice
My best suggestion is to rent a Medela pump from a medical supply. .... but he recommended the Avent because there is no way to get milk in the tubing. ...
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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 Motor Burned Out
I have a friend who's motor burned out and she called Medela and they sent ... If you have the pump sterlized and use different tubing, it would be fine. ...
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- Hi C., I have a friend who just had twins, after having had two other children previously. Her breast pump wasn't working at full speed so she called "Milk Works" ...
- C., If you call the company they may be able to replace it. I would call them. They are kind of picky about things but, if you are the orignal owner than they may...
- I don't know about the motor, but it concenrs me that people are sharing your breast pump. A breast pump is not something that you want to be sharing especially not th...
Comparing Breast Pumps
Read all 25 responses: "I had a Medela with my second daughter and loved it. ... you can always buy new replacement pieces like breast cups, tubing, ...
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- M., get your breast pump back all the plastic pieces that touch any milk are all replaceable and much cheaper than buying a new pump (I think it's $60 for the whole du...
- I did check and Medela uses all Bis-A free parts and storage bottles. I would check and make sure all plastics used in the Ameda are Bis-A free too.
- AMEDA PURELY YOURS!!!! Yes ! That's what I used with #1, and that's what I'm using this time. www.healthchecksystems.com has the best price and no shipping. It als...
Looking for an Enexpensive Daily Use Breast Pump!!!
I think you can order replacement tubing from Medela so it's sanitary. Let me know if you're interested. I'm in Germany but can ship it to wherever you are. ...
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- I know you said you weren't interested in a Medela, and I'm not sure what your budget is, but I had good experiences with the Medela Swing. It doesn't come with the ba...
- Check with Airman and Family Readiness or the clinic to see if there are any resources to get one. When I had my first son, I participated in an AF program that inclu...
- A., Check with your Tricare office as well as the parenting class instructors at your base/post. I have heard a rumor that Tricare would have paid the expense of r...
Seeking Gently Used Breast Pump to Purchase
I did the same for the tubing, just in case. Purchasing a used item is a ... I read in the Medela breastfeeding advice booklet that came from Babies R Us ...
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- A., I have a Medela Pump N Style for sale. I used it for my son. I do not have the shields, but you can buy new ones. I was able to stay home with my little one so...
- I have an Avent Isis IQ Duo Pump for sale. Replacement shields and other parts are available. It is barely used as I decided not to go back to work as was my plan whe...
- I read in the Medela breastfeeding advice booklet that came from Babies R Us that you should not buy a used Medela pump. I was very surprised since they sell all the ...
Medela Symphony Vs. Pump in Style
I know Medela is the best, but I am wondering if I should rent the Symphony from .... That and 7 months of renting (plus the cost of the tubing) would have ...
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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...
