Best Breast Pump?

Question

I just talked to my insurance company yesterday and they gave me a list of breast pump suppliers they cover and I got online to look at which pumps each offers. I really am not sure what to look for, though. Any suggestions?

Answer

I have the medela pump in style and it's great.

Answer

I'm very passionate about all things breastfeeding and anything related which is why I always answer this question. I've done my research and asked many many questions.

The most popular breastpump is the Medela because they are widely used and so well known and most stores sells replacement parts. However, I highly highly suggest doing some research and looking up reviews before choosing if you have that option.

The one I highly recommend are Spectra S1 and S2. They are hospital grade pumps but are sold for the fraction of the cost of Medelas (my insurance doesn't cover them, so I bought mine on Amazon for $121). The S1 and S2 are the same exact pump, the only difference between the two is that the S1 has a recharable battery- a car adapter can be bought for both separtely though. They are recently new to market in the US (they came to the US in 2013), but they've been slowly working their way up and winning over the hearts of Medela users.

The reason being is, most pumps, especially the Medela from what others have said and told me, tug at you when pumping. It can be painful and annoying and just not that effective at emptying you completely. The Spectra pumps are the only pumps on the market that mimic the sucking of a nursing baby, are much more comfortable, and according to many, take less time to get more milk out. They're a closed system (no milk can get into the tubes, meaning less chance of bacteria growth, in turn more hygenic), it has a built in night light in the handle with two settings for night time nursing and also has a 30 minute timer in case you fall asleep.

Answer

I was able to get a hospital grade medela and loved it. I highly recommend it.

Answer

Spectra S2! Search video reviews on YouTube!

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