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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful:
Exceptional results....coming from an exclusively pumping mom
I had trouble early on with breastfeeding and had to go back to work right away, so I am an exclusively pumping mom. I started with Medela (pump in style), then switched to this pump about 2 months ago. I can not believe how great this pump is, especially for the price. The shields are comfortable, the handle allows me to pump completely handsfree (just need a secure...
Published 16 months ago by K. Peters
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:
Good for the price.
I bought this item hoping it would boost my milk production. I could not afford an expensive pump. I tried a manual pump first which did not work well. This pump did get my milk flowing. When you open the package, all the attatchemtns are a bit overwhelming but once it is put together, it is fairly easy to use and move around. This pump is fairly compact and the bag is...
Published 17 months ago by C. Yeo
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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful:
Exceptional results....coming from an exclusively pumping mom, March 14, 2009
This review is from: The First Years miPump Double Electric Breast Pump (Baby Product)
I had trouble early on with breastfeeding and had to go back to work right away, so I am an exclusively pumping mom. I started with Medela (pump in style), then switched to this pump about 2 months ago. I can not believe how great this pump is, especially for the price. The shields are comfortable, the handle allows me to pump completely handsfree (just need a secure place to rest the bottles), it is very quiet, and I am getting more milk! It does not suck as fast as the Medela, but it doesn't have to....it has what I would describe as a vibration to it that provides more stimulation and is actually quite comfortable. I have now reached my 6 month goal, but will continue to pump due to the ease, comfort, and results this pump is providing. I can easily get 30 oz's pumping just 4 times a day! I highly recommend this pump!
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:
Good for the price., February 13, 2009
This review is from: The First Years miPump Double Electric Breast Pump (Baby Product)
I bought this item hoping it would boost my milk production. I could not afford an expensive pump. I tried a manual pump first which did not work well. This pump did get my milk flowing. When you open the package, all the attatchemtns are a bit overwhelming but once it is put together, it is fairly easy to use and move around. This pump is fairly compact and the bag is great. It is very quiet compared to the medela. The T-Bar is great to use because it leaves a free hand; however, it is akward and takes some getting use to. I wish this pump offered more suction power. I have large breasts and have to use the highest power. If there was a stronger power, I think I would get more milk. I think this would work very well if you have smaller more firm breasts.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
Great pump!!! After MEDELA hand pump, May 23, 2009
This review is from: The First Years miPump Double Electric Breast Pump (Baby Product)
I am writing from my husbands' account.
Just switched this pump on. And its really great!
I have Medela Harmony and its awfull. It costed me smth about $30. i spent 30 mins to pump both breasts. And it was not comfortable to pump. Hands become tired (i needed 2 hands to pump), it was pumping too hard for my nipples so most of the time they became a bit purple. Shield became warp so while you pump milk was leaking out.
THIS PUMP IS GREAT!!! shields are soft. the strength of pumpimg is adjustable from very gentle to a strong-enough level and you feel it not like "fooooooof fooooooof" but just like "foof-foof-foof-foooof foof-foof-foof-foooof" and it really feels as a sucking of a baby!
recommend it to everyone!
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
A Great Electric Pump for the Price!, September 18, 2009
This review is from: The First Years miPump Double Electric Breast Pump (Baby Product)
The first thing I noticed about the pump when I received it was how small it is. The motor fits in the palm of the my hand which I love. The first thing I thought was how easy this pump would be to carry with you. The double pump also comes with an adorable brown and blue tote bag in which to carry your pump. It is a stylish, unnoticeable way to transport your pump if you need to take it to work or on a trip.
The pump fits the Breastflow bottles which is another factor I love because I can pump right into the bottle and then just put on the nipples when it is time for him to eat. The less you have to move breastmilk around, the less chance it has to come in contact with bacteria and other things.
When I tried the pump, I found it was super easy to use because it comes with a handle that connects to both parts of the pump so that you can pump both sides but only have to hold the pump with one hand. The pump is relatively quiet when you pump. I still think that others would know you were pumping when you are using this but it is much quieter than other pumps that I have used. The suction and strength of the motor were fantastic - comparable to a higher end pump that I had used.
This pump also has the ability to be battery operated which is wonderful because you can pump anywhere. As long as your batteries are not low (takes AA batteries), it works just as well as being plugged in to electricity.
There are few cons to this pump that I found. 1) You can not purchase larger breast shields for this pump. This can be a little bit of a struggle if you are a larger breasted woman. I wouldn't let this deter you from this pump though. 2) It is an one person use pump so you can not share it or sell it later. For the price though, I do not see this as a major issue. 3) You can not just pump one side - you have to always pump both sides.
The pros of this pump far out way the cons though. 1) The cost - super affordable compared to many other brands of pumps. 2) Lightweight - I have seen and carried pumps that much heavier than this one. It weighs about 2 pounds, maybe less. 3) Compact - love this! 4) Cute design 5) Discreet way to carry it - I love the tote bag - it is trendy and looks just like a purse.
Overall, I would definitely purchase this pump for an affordable way to pump for my babies. I have used this pump for 7 weeks exclusively so I could write an accurate review. I really do love it and would highly recommend it.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
Great affordable option for a breast pump, May 24, 2009
This review is from: The First Years miPump Double Electric Breast Pump (Baby Product)
This pump gets the job done at a great price!! My only complaint is that I prefer the medela bottles over the bottles that come with this pump and of course the bottles aren't compatible. Also, the breast shields that came with the pump were way too small for my breasts (I'm a 38DD) and I had to call the company for larger ones. They did send them though free of charge which definitley impressed me! Overall, I am very pleased with this purchase and saved probably at least $100.
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
Okay for occasional user, March 14, 2009
This review is from: The First Years miPump Double Electric Breast Pump (Baby Product)
I bought this pump to use when I need to travel, pump and dump or do extra pumpings to boost my milk supply. I think it does an okay job with all. Previously, I used a hand-me-down Medela which died a slow death. This was the most economical replacement. I found the material of the cups a little irritating compared to Medela cups. Put a little lansinoh on before pumping and it does the trick. I would NOT recommend this for someone exclusively pumping. It just does not have the suction power you would need full time. You get what you pay for. I give the cute bag it comes with 5 stars.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
Love It!!, September 18, 2009
This review is from: The First Years miPump Double Electric Breast Pump (Baby Product)
I originally had a different brand product that gave out after about 1 month of use. I returned it and got a refund and decided to try the miPump. I started with the single unit and loved it so I bought the double unit and it has worked wonderfully. I did rent a professional grade unit from my peds office but it was so bulky and definitely not able to take with you in the car (no batteries)and I ended up giving it back because this one worked as good if not better and has the ability to take with you wherever you go. Just make sure you have several batteries if you are using the battery feature as it goes through them rather quickly.
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Not worth it, July 13, 2010
This review is from: The First Years miPump Double Electric Breast Pump (Baby Product)
i bought this pump because it was affordable with decent reviews.
I was not happy with the effectiveness of the pump-- it took forever to pump just 4 oz..
The "handle bars" are not arealistic way to sit and hold to use the pump efficiently-- it is easier to just pump one breast at a time.
After just one week of pumping 1 or twice a day milk starting going up the tubes.I called the company and a week and a few days later I recieved a new pump. While the process was simple and painless to get a new pump I would have much rather gotten my money back!
my advice is if you are serious about breastfeeding and are committed ot the time and process it will demand-- then spring for the high end medela pump-- my sister inlaw has it and it is glorious and simple and effective and quiet -- I mean well worth the money she invested.
As for me I have stopped using the pump and am exclusively breast feeding and supplementing with formula.. this pump is way too much of a pain and not worth it to me at all.
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Awesome customer service!, July 1, 2010
This review is from: The First Years miPump Double Electric Breast Pump (Baby Product)
I am using my husband's account to post this review. I liked this pump until, I like the others, had power reduction in the motor. In my case one side would pump at full steam and the other was pumping at the first speed. I called the 1 800 number and spoke to one of their representatives. Even though the warranty had expired,she express mailed me a brand new pump. Not just the motor an entire new box with everything we had originally purchased. They also included three etra sets of tubing, and extra set of valves, two extra shields and an extra bottle.They also included shipping labels so I could send the pump motor in for thier engineers to take apart and study. Now after the amazing customer service I will make sure to buy Learning Curve products. It nice that they stand behind their products.
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Great Price, great features, April 27, 2010
This review is from: The First Years miPump Double Electric Breast Pump (Baby Product)
7 months of using this product and I continue to be very happy with it. The power is slightly less than I want, but it does work.
The unit is very compact, with a descrete logo-free bag for travel. Cleaning the parts is very simple. I love the soft, silicon cups, makes for a great seal and is very forgiving when getting comfortable or readjusting yourself. you don't NEED to pump both breasts at once, but the "handle" piece makes doing so a nearly hands free experience.
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