Ameda purely yours or Medela?

catracha80

Recently my friend told me about Ameda Purely Yours and Purely yours Ultra breast pumps.  There is a bit of a price difference in the 2 and i'm wondering how it compares to Medela pumps since they are so popular.  This will be my 1st electric pump purchase, so I just wanted to hear some opinions on it.  I've read great reviews for both.  The thing I like about Ameda is the closed system and the price.  TIA for your suggestions/opinions.

mrsjenni

3rd baby, but 1st time BFing {wasn't able with my other two.}  Anyway, after doing some research and talking to a lot of BFing friends, I'm going with the Medela In Style Advanced pump.

ETA: Also, check with your insurance b/c a lot of them cover the cost of a pump up to $300! 

redjetta22

LoisLane23:

I love my Medela PISA.

This. I've never tried another brand though.

redjetta22

LoisLane23:

I love my Medela PISA.

This. I've never tried another brand though.

judahsmommy1

LoisLane23:

I love my Medela PISA.

Same here. I like the idea of a closed system as well though. Sounds like you might be able to find one used because of the closed system and that would cut costs significantly.

baloneydisc

My LC recommended the Medela PISA.  She said the Ameda Purely Yours was decent and the only one I should consider besides the Medela, but they still recommend the Medela.  I got a PISA and am very happy with it.  I second checking with your insurance, mine doesn't cover them under any circumstances, but some do.

workingmama

The commercially available pumps are fine, but you cannot beat a hospital-grade rental.  If that is an option for you (availability and financially), I urge you to consider it.

kodakeat

I used the Ameda- and it worked great- no complaints. It was a good pump especially for the price.  I found a good online deal that also included 12 bottles and a cooler, ice packs and a carrying case for way cheaper than Medela.

versed

The breastfeeding consultants from the Mom's place I visit recommend the APY because it is a closed system. The Medela's tubes have a chance of getting moldy, while the APY doesn't have that chance.

pixieprincss

My APY has done just fine for us. I don't tote it around, so I didn't need a special bag, cooler pack, etc. I think the toting extras are what make the MPIS so popular. Ameda is a closed system, which means you can go used or sell yours later. (Albiet, I would only buy used or sell on that has just been lightly used. The motors on home-grade pumps just simply are not meant for many years heavy use).

catracha80

Thank you Ladies.  I think I will do the APY.  So excited!