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(More customer reviews)This pump is rated for occaisional use.If you're a first-time mom who plans to breastfeed exclusively, but wants to have a little milk in the freezer just in case (as I did), that sounds perfect.Until you understand the mechanics of breastfeeding and pumping . . .
If you want to give your baby a bottle of expressed breastmilk once in a while, you should buy a double pump.Here's why:
1.The first time you pump, you will only get 1-2 ounces, or less, of milk.You need to pump every day, at the same time, for your body to know that it has to produce more milk.After 1-2 weeks, you will start to pump enough milk at one sitting for a bottle.Until then, you can freeze the little bit you get each day and combine it when you have enough.
2.No pump will match the effectiveness of your baby.You can pump yourself "dry" and then latch your baby on.You baby will get milk!So, if you buy a single pump, like this one, you will need to nurse on one side while pumping on the other, in order for you milk to letdown.This is VERY tricky at first, but if you use a Boppy and a footstool, you can get the hang of it eventually.You will need to switch sides 2 times during the pumping session.
3.This pump isn't as powerful as the more expensive, double pumps.It took me 15-30 minutes to pump 4-5 ounces, even after several weeks.
I learned the hard way that a $100 single pump isn't worth very much, unless you just want to relieve engorgement or you don't mind going through the acrobatics described above.I REALLY wish I had saved my money and bought a double pump.It would have been worth it.This pump just sits in my closet now, because it was too time consuming.
If you think you want to pump, buy the more expensive double pump.You won't be sorry!
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Product Description:
Lightweight and easy to use. Features adjustable suction. Plug-in and battery power options (batteries not included). Includes a single deluxe pump, Medela breastshield, stand, valve, AC transformer, container, lid and 3 membranes.
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