Would this be worth purchasing if I solely pump and do not breastfeed? (I produce quite a bit of milk throughout my day that is wasted on pads.)
1142443
Yes! Omg yes! It catches so much milk! Instead of it getting wasted in s nursing pad!
1526875
I bought both. The gel pads were great for the first weeks bc they help with sore nipples. You can use them pretty much all the time. The 3-in-1 is a hot/cold therapy which you use at times throughout the day if you have issues such as mastitis, engorgement, clogged ducts or even to help produce more milk (it might be just helping with letdown but it feels like more milk comes out). I use them warm right before pumping and while pumping, as you can wrap it around the cups and button it.
381742
No. Wierd enough, Medela, the breastmilk-pumps specialists are selling horrible nipples.Either move to Calma which fits the Medela bottle, and is actually one of the best, if not the best, nipple available for breastmilk bottle-feeding.Or, switch to another bottle and nipple (you'll have to pass the milk from the pump's bottle to the other).I used the second solution, and moved to MAM's bottles and nipples. Didn't regret that decision.
1334175
I bought liners for my dog's urinary incontinence, but the liquid is never contained to the liner because of her movement, etc., so I'm not sure the investment was worthwhile. As soon as I run out of liners I'll know for certain - but it seems that the absorption layer will be sufficient.
2146078
I would start with Medela's web site. From what i have heard their customer service is superior. Hope this helps :)http://www.medela.com/AU/en/breastfeeding/products.html
1050434
yes I think so. I've noticed that it is not as cool at around 7 -8 hours so I wouldn't push it much past 6 hours, especially with breast milk.
939723
If you were to double-pump, then pumping with one bag and then a bottle would work fine. I usually just pump one breast at a time. Often, I do pump into a bottle then pour into the bags though. I have poured from one bag to another with ease, but only if one has a lot more. I don't want to waste one.
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Honestly, the 24 mm shields don't work with MOST breasts. However, there is a great aftermarket product that does work with the Avent Isis pump and every pumping mom should own anyhow. www.pumpinpal.com (no, I do not own the company -- just a satisfied customer!) The shields fit into the Avent shields and they actually "engulf" more breast tissue than a standard shield so you'll find you get more milk anyhow. Highly, highly recommended. I get so much more milk with the Avent Isis/Pumpin Pal combination than even with a rented Medela Symphony and the Pumpin Pal Super Shields. The Avent Isis is SO worth it -- you just need to buy the aftermarket shields (also, get a Simple Wishes bra!)
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I would assume so because it is organic but I wouldn't suggest giving this to babies less than a year old because they have certain nutritional needs in which cow milk doesn't quite cut it. Try Hipp or Holle which are sold on Amazon and eBay. Order it from the UK cause customs can be jerks when it comes from Germany. When I had big problems making breast milk my baby was very happy and healthy with those 2 formulas. I put these in his cereal or give it to my boy when my boobs have a bad day or I want to go out somewhere and not in the mood for the breast pump. He sleeps 12 hours a night, takes naps, colic went away, no more rash, no poo problems, he's big for his age, and the pediatrician said hes doing well in every way.
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I don't see why you can't. The great thing is that you would know exactly how much breast milk you have since it's 1 oz increments. The only downside I can think of is that the trays are really big, meant to store a lot so if you aren't pumping a lot, it's a waste of a lot of space. I guess you could take the lid off at each pumping and pour in the new milk and put it back in the freezer and empty it at the end of the day.
1848511
I am wondering if you took this while you were breastfeeding? Or did you decide against it??
1585508
Yes as I am a very big breasted woman myself, this product does in fact work on a large breasted woman but it's got a very weak milk suction so if ur milk production is a large amount I would suggest another pump as in the lansinoah or a medela double breast pump because the medela actual a has parts u can purchase to fit ur breast size and then some. The lansinoah was the first pump I ever used and it worked excellent plus it gives u tutorials and such.... I hope my answer helped u.
526986
I would definitely recommend as my baby is exclusively breast fed and she could easily use this one , she is still using it! She is 1 y o now�
328143
I don't think so, I use the medela milk storage bags instead since they occupy less space (I have a small freezer), and easier to thraw so I can continue to use the bottles for pumping and feeding purposes.
1585504
I am a 36 D to DD when nursing and it worked fine for a short time. However, it broke and the company would not do anything to rectify the situation. Your money is better spent on a better pump, even if it costs more money. You should consider investing in a Medela. Please read my review and don't waste your money!
1804800
i have found the best milk for frothing using this machine and others is 0%-I would suggest trying that and see if it works better-
939040
Ugh, no, don't do that. You'll waste all of your wonderful precious milk! The ocolette nursing cups are good for sleeping in.