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Pregnant after 35
Nicholas Jacob born on 06/30/2009, 9.5lbs and 21 1/4" long
Joshua Scott 5.3lbs & Jonathan Matthew 6.2lbs, born 08/31/10
Breast Pumps ?
ok, so this whole registering thing has completely gotten out of control. I've actually decided to do the stores by myself now, because if I listened to both my mom and my MIL, I would be in serious trouble ... LOL and DH...weeeelllllll ,let's just say it's not his cup of tea. Obviously I ask his opinion and he gives it but he cannot stand being in a store for more than 10 minutes.
ok, enough of that (sorry), my "real" question is about breast pumps. I'm hoping to be able to breast feed and was wondering how in the world do I choose a breast pump, I mean I obviously know what it does, but there are a million choices out there, even some you can use with no hands ... "Look ma, no hands!" LOL
If any of you moms have any suggestions, they sure would be appreciated!
TIA 
Nicholas Jacob born on 06/30/2009, 9.5lbs and 21 1/4" long
Joshua Scott 5.3lbs & Jonathan Matthew 6.2lbs, born 08/31/10
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Re: Breast Pumps ?
When I was reading breast pump reviews two years ago, the two that were most popular were the Medela Pump in Style Advanced and the Ameda Purely Yours. I guess the supplies for these two are sort of regional so it's smart to buy one where the spare parts you might need (additional tubing, valves, etc) are readily available where you live.
I bought the Medela PISA and it did a phenomenal job. I pumped for a year and was able to BF my baby until he was a year old. I have heard similar good things about the Ameda. I'd start with reading the reviews on those two. Other brands are out there, but I know these two are the most popular for a reason. I think Lansinoh might actually sell a pump that is the same as the Ameda, but it's sold under the Lansinoh name.
It is truly overwhelming but if you do your research, I think you'll probably narrow it down to these two.
One other thought......I didn't buy my breast pump until after my baby was born because I didn't want to spend the money if I wasn't able to BF. I rented a pump from the hospital for the first month to get my supply going and made sure I was able to be successful before making that purchase. I think there is a strict return policy on breast pumps (and with good reason). So that is something to consider as well.
Tyler Anthony arrived on 9.21.09
The Chronicles of Justin and Tyler
Hi,
I actually have no idea what works and what doesn't but I have done sooo much reserach in order to add it to my registry. I netted out with the Medela PISA. From what I hear it's the best. BAby Bargins highly recommends it as does the moms on la leche.
Just my two cents for what its worth.
Kristina
the "best" pump will be the best for your situation...
many moms love the PISA, because it's a very effective double pump, great if you're working or spending long swaths of time away from you LO, so you can build a stash and feed baby while he's at daycare.
I have a Medela Swing, which is a teeny-tiny single electric (but is also run-able on batteries or on a car battery)... I'm a SAHM and pumped only on occasion, for occasional bottles. In my circumstance, the single was/is fine, and the Swing is a fantastic little pump... and way, way less expensive than the PISA.
I am the 99%.
Hey Bea!
This is the one thing I've decided just not to worry about right now. Hopefully I will be able to BF but just in case I can't, I am not searching for a pump pre-baby. I figured I'd just rent one from the hospital for a short term fix to make sure it works, etc. Then if all goes as planned, I will get one. So basically I am of no help at all
LOL!
you have ALL been VERY helpful! thank you, I certainly do appreciate all your suggestions....
I would definitely rent first. I was able to bf, a little too well, and after a few weeks, ds wouldn't take a bottle. He didn't take a bottle for 13 months soooo I didn't end up needing a good breast pump and the one I rented went back to the hospital. I did buy a Medela Swing to relieve pressure at times but had I been able to pump, I would have bought the Ameda Purely Yours or the Medela Pump in Style. I think the Lanisoh brand one is a re-packaged Ameda as well.
In any event, find out how well bf'ing works for you. I know several people who were bent on bf'ing but for one reason or another, they were unable to and they had bought expensive breast pumps.
My sister gave me her Medela Pump In Style but told me not to buy the accessories until I know I can breast feed. Sounds like good advice from the previuos posters as well. Don't spend the money until you know, because of the strict return policy plus you probably would have a hard time selling if you didn't need it.
The only reason I am using a "used" one is because it's coming from my sis who insists that milk never backed up into it because she always watched.