Breast Pumps: Experience and Preferences

lacey2806

I'm trying to decide which pump is most efficient, comfortable and,convenient. I would love to hear any opinions and experiences

mamahawk12

Loved my Medela Freesyle. Compact enough to just throw in my diaper bag so I didn't have to carry a whole seperate pumping bag. Loved that you can adjust the power/speed as well. I used a rented Ameda hospital grade pump at home and it was AMAZING. I felt like a cow hooked up to it, but it was quite efficient. Definitely something to consider if you can afford. 

heatheremanderson

I have bought the medela swing model. Every mom I have spoken to raves about the Medela models but does warn to avoid manual pumps where possible as they are more likely to break down after a few uses.

ElRuby

I recommend a double electric
Pump. I had the Medela pump in style and it was good. I really recommend one of those silly looking bras for you to pump hands free.... Not so silly when you can relax for some time during pumping!

amhowell14

I have the Medela Freestyle. Loved it!!

HoosOnFirst

I'm a FTM but friends and colleagues all recommend Medela pump in style advanced, which my insurance also covers (hooray!) I'm also getting a manual Medela pump for like, emergencies. Cheap, like $30.

babybean9

I'm a FTM, but I went with the Medela Freestyle. Good reviews and compact.

RandAllie1823

I had all 8 of my mom friends tell me I HAD to do Medela... Also- check with your insurance, because mine was fully covered by insurance. Not sure where you are or what your insurance is, but a lot of websites online will tell you what insurance will cover....

That could also help when you are deciding

auburnmamma

Medela Pump in Style. Easy to use and worked well

laurendutch

I used a rented Ameda hospital grade and the Medela Pump in Style...I really liked the Medela and would use that.

seesea

I rented a hospital grade Medela to build up my supply. So I stuck with the brand and was able to use some of the same parts. I like the Medela Pump in Style. Although I heard that pumps only last about a year. Does anyone know if that's true?

I'm thinking I might have to get another one for baby #2. I used my pump a lot!

seesea

Oh and one more thing! Pumping hands free is the best! This is my favorite pumping/nursing bra. https://www.ruminaformoms.com
There's other ones too. I think la Leche league makes them. It's pretty convenient 'cause I could nurse then pump right after.