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Model number0240108
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Symphony is Medela's latest innovation in hospital-grade electric double pumps. With breakthrough 2-Phase Expression pumping, Symphony is proven to reduce pumping time through faster let-down and milk flow and remove as much milk as a breastfeeding baby. Symphony implements the results of extensive research on electric breastpumps initiated by Medela and conducted by internationally renowned lactation researcher Peter Hartmann, Ph.D.
What's Included
Symphony 2.0 Program Card - English
Available in Spanish and French also
Container Stand
Protector for Card/Cord
Symphony® Breastpump
Model: 0240108
Features and Benefits
2-Phase Expression Pumping
Long Term Daily Use
Double or Single Pump
Multi-User, with personal double pumping system #67099 or #67116
Chosen for you and your baby - All parts that come into contact with breastmilk are BPA/DEHP Free.
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
32 of 32 people found the following review helpful
I began using the Medela Classic hospital grade pump 2 days after my son was born and had HORRIBLE PAINFUL problems (i.e. cracked bleeding nipples, raw skin). After switching to the Symphony all of my problems stopped immediately after the initial healing time was over.
I pump exclusively and bottle feed my son due to latching issues and I've been using the pump 8-10 times a day for the last 3 months without a single problem with the mechanics of the machine or it's ability to express a lot of milk. Of course, the pump cab make a difference in how much milk you produce to a certain extent, but it's different for everyone woman so be wary of people who claim that certain pumps will solve your low production issues.
PROS:
-Extrememly quiet compared to the Pump in Style, Lactina, and Classic pumps
-Easy to clean
-Exchangable flanges if you need different sizes
-Replaceable parts (although I've never needed to replace any of them so far)
-Easy to use buttons, fool proof
-Double phase expression starts off slow to ease you into full pumping action which is softer on your nipples
-Cute!
-You can pump both sides at once.
CONS:
-It's not easy to lug around and can be a bit heavy. It comes in a huge hard case for protection since it's a pricey pump. Not conducive to travel even with the battery pack since it's heavy. I would never take it on the airplane with me.
-Condensation often builds in the tubes, but they are easily fixable by running the pump without the bottles attached everyone once in a while
-Expensive! You can rent this pump from a hospital which is definitely worth it if you are planning on pumping often. If you experience mechanical problems or you aren't satisfied you can simply return it for another one since you don't own it. I am paying $60 a month for this pump and it's worth every penny.
I highly recommend this pump. It has not failed me yet. For your sanity, buy a bra designed for hands-free pumping or take an old sports bra or padded bra and cut slits for the flanges to slide into. Being hands free will save you! Unlike some of the other pumps, these flanges come off you can clean them and insert them into your bra easily.
I pump exclusively and bottle feed my son due to latching issues and I've been using the pump 8-10 times a day for the last 3 months without a single problem with the mechanics of the machine or it's ability to express a lot of milk. Of course, the pump cab make a difference in how much milk you produce to a certain extent, but it's different for everyone woman so be wary of people who claim that certain pumps will solve your low production issues.
PROS:
-Extrememly quiet compared to the Pump in Style, Lactina, and Classic pumps
-Easy to clean
-Exchangable flanges if you need different sizes
-Replaceable parts (although I've never needed to replace any of them so far)
-Easy to use buttons, fool proof
-Double phase expression starts off slow to ease you into full pumping action which is softer on your nipples
-Cute!
-You can pump both sides at once.
CONS:
-It's not easy to lug around and can be a bit heavy. It comes in a huge hard case for protection since it's a pricey pump. Not conducive to travel even with the battery pack since it's heavy. I would never take it on the airplane with me.
-Condensation often builds in the tubes, but they are easily fixable by running the pump without the bottles attached everyone once in a while
-Expensive! You can rent this pump from a hospital which is definitely worth it if you are planning on pumping often. If you experience mechanical problems or you aren't satisfied you can simply return it for another one since you don't own it. I am paying $60 a month for this pump and it's worth every penny.
I highly recommend this pump. It has not failed me yet. For your sanity, buy a bra designed for hands-free pumping or take an old sports bra or padded bra and cut slits for the flanges to slide into. Being hands free will save you! Unlike some of the other pumps, these flanges come off you can clean them and insert them into your bra easily.
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
I'm renting this product rather than buying, since I'm unlikely to need it for over a year.
I had low milk production with my first child and used a Medela pump-in-style. I always needed formula supplements as well. With my second child I was coming closer, but was pumping 15-20 ml per feeding when I needed 30 to supplement what the baby was getting for herself.
My lactation consultant recommended trying the Symphony before going to formula supplements. I would not have imagined that slight changes to the rhythm of the suction on a pump could make so much difference in milk expression, but switching to the symphony has raised my pumped output by about 50% from the first pumping. In addition the Symphony is much quieter than my old pump.
I had low milk production with my first child and used a Medela pump-in-style. I always needed formula supplements as well. With my second child I was coming closer, but was pumping 15-20 ml per feeding when I needed 30 to supplement what the baby was getting for herself.
My lactation consultant recommended trying the Symphony before going to formula supplements. I would not have imagined that slight changes to the rhythm of the suction on a pump could make so much difference in milk expression, but switching to the symphony has raised my pumped output by about 50% from the first pumping. In addition the Symphony is much quieter than my old pump.
21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
I had insufficient breastmilk production and had to supplement with formula. My lactation consultant recommended that I rent the Medela Symphony hospital grade pump, even though I told her I was using my own Medela Pump In Style breast pump. She said the Pump In Style is good for expressing established milk and the Symphony is made to help establish the milk supply.
With the Pump In Style, I was getting a total of .6 of an ounce every 3 hours (end of baby's first week). I tried all of the lactation consultant's recommendations and got it up to 1 ounce total per double pumping by week 3. From the first time I used the Symphony, I had 2 ounces total per double pumping (less if it was less than 3 hours since the last feed/pump).
Note that the rental price was $80/month + $40 kit that is available on Amazon, but you can look into having your medical insurance or FSA cover some or all of the costs. Note - if you have the Medela breast shields, connectors, membranes, and bottles, you will only need to get the special tubing and connectors for the Symphony.
Other recommendations from the lactation consultant:
-Always double pump
-You must establish your breast milk volume in the first four weeks
-Take Motherlove More Milk Plus supplement (she said Mother's Milk tea doesn't have sufficient quantities of the needed ingredients, but also said there's no empirical evidence that this improves your milk supply). It's more than ten dollars cheaper on Amazon than at Whole Foods.
-Nurse every 2 to 3 hours (I tried this but the first few weeks she's so sleepy that she just won't keep at it) and pump afterwards to make sure breasts are emptied
-Get the baby undressed to diapers, skin to skin, and use cross cradle position (she showed videos from Dr. Jack Newman's website of proper hold, proper latch, and how to tell if the baby is swallowing).
Be kind to yourself and either get one of the bras made for hands free breast pumping or take one of your old bras and cut little holes in the center of the cups. You can then thread the shield through the bra and attach the rest and regain the use of your hands. =)
This really helped us!
With the Pump In Style, I was getting a total of .6 of an ounce every 3 hours (end of baby's first week). I tried all of the lactation consultant's recommendations and got it up to 1 ounce total per double pumping by week 3. From the first time I used the Symphony, I had 2 ounces total per double pumping (less if it was less than 3 hours since the last feed/pump).
Note that the rental price was $80/month + $40 kit that is available on Amazon, but you can look into having your medical insurance or FSA cover some or all of the costs. Note - if you have the Medela breast shields, connectors, membranes, and bottles, you will only need to get the special tubing and connectors for the Symphony.
Other recommendations from the lactation consultant:
-Always double pump
-You must establish your breast milk volume in the first four weeks
-Take Motherlove More Milk Plus supplement (she said Mother's Milk tea doesn't have sufficient quantities of the needed ingredients, but also said there's no empirical evidence that this improves your milk supply). It's more than ten dollars cheaper on Amazon than at Whole Foods.
-Nurse every 2 to 3 hours (I tried this but the first few weeks she's so sleepy that she just won't keep at it) and pump afterwards to make sure breasts are emptied
-Get the baby undressed to diapers, skin to skin, and use cross cradle position (she showed videos from Dr. Jack Newman's website of proper hold, proper latch, and how to tell if the baby is swallowing).
Be kind to yourself and either get one of the bras made for hands free breast pumping or take one of your old bras and cut little holes in the center of the cups. You can then thread the shield through the bra and attach the rest and regain the use of your hands. =)
This really helped us!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Love it!
My son had problems latching because of low muscle tone. I started using this pump in the hospital and loved it so much that I rented it once I came home. Read more
Published 1 month ago by GratefulMama
Works great!
I rented the Medela Symphony 2.0 from a hospital (to the tune of $90/mo) after my Ameda Truly Yours pump stopped working. (had used for ~ 7mos, 2-3x/day). Read more
Published 2 months ago by Zach's mom
I love you, Medela
My baby did not latch on at birth. He really never figured out how to latch on. Early on I was told by my lactation consultant to use a manual pump to make sure my milk came in... Read more
Published 2 months ago by dermres
Expensive but good
We bought this after using a Philips Avent pump for a little while and running a bit short on milk in hopes of it improving the pumping volumes. Read more
Published 3 months ago by mili
Works great once you know the tricks
I have been renting this pump over three months since my baby was born. At first I only got a few milliliters per pump, sometimes just drops. Read more
Published 3 months ago by nope
Didn't work for me
I'm surprised to see how many good reviews this pump has received. Maybe I just don't have good luck pumping? Read more
Published 4 months ago by amelialocks
Medela Symphony
Love the Medela Symphony. The pump is much smoother than the other more economical options I was able to test. Once you start off with the Symphony, it's near impossible to change. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Angela
Great, easy to use pump
My daughter was born a few weeks early and was unable to latch at birth. I had to start pumping to establish my milk supply. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Lauren
Absolutely the best!
So proud of my daughter who made the commitment to give her baby breast milk even when the baby couldn't suckle due to her cleft palate. Read more
Published 7 months ago by R. Ward
Wonderful Pump
This pump is wonderful! It is perfect for the nursing mom that has to exclusively pump! I highly recommend if you need to exclusively pump - you should select this pump.
Published 11 months ago by GodIsAwesome
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