I am planning of breastfeed my baby and there are so many pumps out there and so many options. What do you reccommend and what do you used? What brands should I stay away from and anyother advice would be awesome!
I used the Ameda PY. I chose it because it is a closed system and it was slightly cheaper than the Medela. My Ameda has been great and I have never had an issue with it.
2) I had an Ameda Purely Yours, which worked well. Other good options are Medela Freestyle or Pump in Style Advance, and Hygeia Enjoye. I would not recommend any other electrics. For manual, either Medela Harmony or Avent Isis.
I love my Medela PIS but I have heard good things about the Ameda pumps as well I would stay away from the Playtex electric, I kept getting clogged ducks from it.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE my Medela Freestyle. Can't beat hands-free!! I used it at home and work for 2 babies and will be using it for my 3rd come October. I know other pumps can be made hands-free by getting a special bra, but the ability to strap it around your waist and be able to move around the house (or office!!) if you need to is just awesome.
Emmerson 3/23/10
Asher 2/7/12
Baby boy due 10/17/13
Re: Breastfeeding and pumps
1) See what your insurance covers.
2) I had an Ameda Purely Yours, which worked well. Other good options are Medela Freestyle or Pump in Style Advance, and Hygeia Enjoye. I would not recommend any other electrics. For manual, either Medela Harmony or Avent Isis.
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