I am going back to work soon and will need to pump while I am there. I have a Evenflo manual pump, but it is becoming harder and harder to use, probably because I have used it so much. I do not have a lot of money to spend on a pump, and there is not a place close to me to rent one. I am just wondering what kind of pumps some other mom's use and what they think about them.
The medela pump in style is great! If you don't mind a used one (they're used when you rent), you can find one for cheaper on Craigslist.com in the baby/kids section.
I agree that the Medela is awesome, but it is also expensive (unless you put it into perspective of how much formula costs). I had the Medela for my first, loaned it out and never got it back so with my 2nd I didn't want to spend as much money. This time I got an Ameda electric double-pump. It worked great as well, just didn't have all the bells and whistles (and may not have been quite as powerful, but it got the job done). It was only about $100 vs the $300 Medela. If I were to do it all over again and I was going to exclusively pump I would go for the Medela, no question, but if I was only going to pump part of the time and nurse part of the time I wouldn't hesitate to do the Ameda again. Whatever you do, I really think you'll be glad if you invest in an electric doubl-breast pump. It stinks to do one side at a time, and who has time when you are working and have kids?
Good luck whatever you decide!!
I agree with other post, Medella is the best and used is not bad if you can find one and buy new tubes and accessories!
Medela Pump in Style is wonderful! The company is also great if you need replacement parts.
