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Breast Pump Motor Burned Out
Read all 7 responses: "When our first son was born in 2000 I purchased a Medela Pump in Style breast pump. Since then I've used it for our second son and ...
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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...
Breast Pumps
She is looking for a breast pump and would like to invest in a good. ... One thing your sister must know is that mechanically pumping your breast decreases ...
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- I loved Ameda Purely Yours.
- Medela pump-in-style is the best brand and model out there bar none. I pumped with both of my kids, at work as well. That's the one she wants. Hope this helps. -JM
- The Medela Pump in Style is great! Also, I had to pump quite a bit since I went back to work after only 6 weeks and I was a milk factory! It didn't impeed my milk pr...
Need Advice on Weaning from Breast-pumping
Read all 4 responses: "I've been back at work since my son was six weeks old, so I have pumped exclusively since then (no direct breastfeeding.
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- Sounds like you're on the right track! I did exactly what you're doing when I weaned after going back to work. I'd drop the evening pumping next, wait 3 days, then d...
- E., you can try taking benadryl, the antihistamine can help to dry up your milk as well, and then use cold cabbage leaves during the normal times of breastfeeding, ...
- I waited until the weekend and stopped on a Saturday, stayed home and if I felt let down, jumped in the shower. The heat helped with let down. Over two days, I didn'...
Burn Calories While Pumping
Hi, Does anyone know if you burn calories when you pump similar to breast feeding? A friend of mine just had a baby and is unable to breast feed but is ...
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- I had to pump with both my boys. I lost weight with both off them. I was able to loose more than just the weight I put on during the pregnancy. BUT, as soon as I slowe...
- I had the same problem with my daughter and I pumped for 5 months. Yes you burn calories the same as breastfeeding because it is the milk production process that uses ...
- The act of breast feeding burns very few calories. It's the making of the milk that "burns the calories." Actually one can eat more calories because making milk uses...
Breastpump
I have used a breast pump for all three of my children. I fed my babies only breast milk and I pumped all of the feedings for well over a year. ...
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- Hi I have a two month old baby, and I am using Ameda Purely yours Breast pump. I got the one with back pack so I carry it to the work. Just to let you know i used t...
- I have used a breast pump for all three of my children. I fed my babies only breast milk and I pumped all of the feedings for well over a year. All of my children at...
- When I had my daughter I went out and got a $50 pump thinking there wasn't much of a differncein pumps. I was so wrong. After 2 months of using the pump and being in p...
Pumping Breast Milk Exclusively
Read all 24 responses: "Hi I was wondering if anyone pumps exclusively? My daughter is teeny but gaining weight and healthy. We've had a few "bumps" since ...
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- I exclusively pumped for both my second and third child due to latch on issues. The best way to gauge if they are getting enough milk is how they weigh in at the pedi...
- Hi P., I've been exclusively pumping since my daughter was about ten weeks old. I struggled with her latch during almost all of my maternity leave! I went to BF su...
- I pumped exclusively for my daughter from the 2nd month because she hated latching on! I got into the routine of emptying out both sides completely approx every 6 hour...
Pumping Breast Milk
Read all 35 responses: "Hello ladies, I am trying to find out if anyone has exclusively pumped breast milk. My daughter is 5 weeks old , and due to severe ...
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- I felt my supply was low for awhile too, so I tried the fenugreek. After three or four days (two-three tablets twice a day) I not only smelled like maple syrup, but I...
- I did Breast Milk exclusively for six months, then after adding food continued with breast milk until my son turned 1. I worked full-time so pumped much of the time. ...
- Hi H., I my son had terrible latching problems. I spent a lot of money on lactation consultants...and ended up exclusively pumping for 5 months. In addition to so...
Looking for Advice on Breast Pumps
I personally used the Medela Pump-In-Style on the go dual-breast pump. I had to go back to work after ... Next question: Suggestions for a Good Breast Pump ...
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- I personally used the Medela Pump-In-Style on the go dual-breast pump. I had to go back to work after my daughter was born and had heard this one was one of the better...
- I Love my Medela Pump in Style. Take advantage of your hospital lactation consultant. They are still available for advice and consultation after you go home. I was ...
- I really recommend the Medela Pump In Style. If you need to get a manual pump I suggest the Avent Isis. Most other manual pumps don't work!
Breast Feeding and Pumping
Read all 46 responses: "I have a two week old little girl and she is already eating almost 4 oz every feeding. She was frustrated at the breast so I am ...
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- Maybe you should feed her at the breast until she gets frustrated, then give her what you have pumped. You guys are still getting to know one another, so personally I ...
- At this age it is so important to nurse at the breast. Contact your local LLL or call the hospital LC and meet with someone who can help you with the latch. Pumps are...
- First of all, congratulations on your new daughter and breastfeeding her. It's the best start you can give her in life. I would suggest that you contact a lactation co...
I Think I Have a Breast Abscess
Before pumping, apply a warm, moist washcloth to your breast to encourage ..... If you can put warm compresses over your breast before pumping or have a hot ...
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- When I had mastitis I drank 100% purple Grape Juice by the gallon it has natural antibodies. A warm compress helps as well. N. Mom of 5
- Hi there- I really recommend applying a warm moist compress (heating pack under a wet washcloth will work well), then massaging the lump in your breast towards the ...
- L., It sounds like you have mastitis. "Mastitis is an infection of the breast tissue that causes pain, swelling and redness of the breast. It most commonly affect...
