I am a huge breastfeeding advocate. It began long before I started nursing my first baby when I worked as an RN in the labor and delivery unit at a big hospital. I helped new mamas of preemies and full term infants learn to nurse their babies. We worked side by side with our many lactation consultants on staff to help moms learn the art of nursing their babies and how easy it can be once you learn. We dealt with many difficult situations but with some tips, tricks and good advice were able to help many moms get past those difficult first few days of feeding. Now I am nursing my second child and have found it to be a very rewarding and wonderful experience. I know this isn't always the case for mamas and Medela is here to make breastfeeding as easy and convenient for you as possible.I was given the opportunity to host a Medela mommy party and I am so excited about it. I currently use their Freestyle pump and absolutely love it. I use it whenever I leave Aiden and it works wonderfully! I love the timer display and battery so I don't need to find an outlet.
I have heard so many wonderful things about the Pump In Style breastpump and received one to share at the party. The Pump In Style is a double electric breastpump and offers some great features:
- Adjustable speed/vacuum dial lets mom choose her most comfortable setting.
- Removable PVC-free cooler bag with contoured ice pack keeps milk cool for up to 12 hours.
- Battery pack lets mom pump anywhere, anytime. (Optional 9V vehicle lighter adapter available).
- More milk in less time with 2-Phase Expression® technology when pumping at Maximum Comfort Vacuum™.
- Everything included in an attractive PVC-free microfiber bag for fast and easy pumping.
Helpful storage pockets for organization. - Convenient integrated work surface for mom.
- Double pumping kit includes PersonalFit™ breastshields.
I also had the opportunity to test out some of Medela's other great nursing products for the party and I want to share more about some of my favorites with you!
First of all I really loved their disposable nursing pads. They really absorb a good amount of milk so you don't go through many of them throughout the day which in the end saves you money. I liked the Contouring pleats which made them conform better to the breast so they weren't so obvious under my clothes. They are each individually wrapped which makes them easy to toss in the diaper bag or your purse when you are on the go. Since they are wrapped you know they are clean when you need to use them. They also have an adhesive back if you want to stick them in place so they don't move around.
Medela's Tender Care Lanolin is a product that I would have used all the time the first month or so of nursing. Lanolin is a godsend and really helps relieve sore nipples. Nursing isn't supposed to hurt but what they don't tell you is that the first couple of weeks to a month or so is really painful as your nipples get used to it. When baby latches on they are very sore! Medela's Lanolin is awesome and I recommend picking some up before you deliver!
First of all I really loved their disposable nursing pads. They really absorb a good amount of milk so you don't go through many of them throughout the day which in the end saves you money. I liked the Contouring pleats which made them conform better to the breast so they weren't so obvious under my clothes. They are each individually wrapped which makes them easy to toss in the diaper bag or your purse when you are on the go. Since they are wrapped you know they are clean when you need to use them. They also have an adhesive back if you want to stick them in place so they don't move around.Medela's Tender Care Lanolin is a product that I would have used all the time the first month or so of nursing. Lanolin is a godsend and really helps relieve sore nipples. Nursing isn't supposed to hurt but what they don't tell you is that the first couple of weeks to a month or so is really painful as your nipples get used to it. When baby latches on they are very sore! Medela's Lanolin is awesome and I recommend picking some up before you deliver!Medela also has these great Tender Care Hydrogel Pads that cool on contact. They offer great relief for sore nipples and can be reused up to 24 hours. If you are having a baby, have a newborn or know someone who does then get these! Trust me you will love them.
Do you have a microwave and water? If you do then you can easily steam clean your pumping parts, bottles, pacifiers and more with Medela's Quick Clean Micro Steam Bags. I love the ease of use with these. They work wonderfully for cleaning your pumping parts and then I just leave them in the bag for the next time I use it. Since I only use my pump when I leave Aiden with a sitter then I know they will still be clean by the time I use it. I love these. The best part is, you can use each bag up to 20 times!When you are pumping you need somewhere to store all that precious milk that you save and Medela has you covered there too! Their Pump & Save Breastmilk Bags are perfect for storing your milk in whether you refrigerate it or freeze it. They easily stand up and also zip shut.
And here is one of my favorite products of theirs! I am in love with these Quick Clean Wipes. When I am out and about (or finally on a date with hubby) and I am pumping chances are that I am not near a sink with soap and water to easily clean my pump. Medela has these great quick clean wipes which work to clean your pump without soap and water! And just one wipe cleans both breastshields, valves & membranes! I love them!So as you can see Medela makes breastfeeding at home or away an easy job. Yes, I said job. Breastfeeding is a labor of love for me (most of the time) and any tools I can get that will make it easier are a wonderful help. I highly recommend going out and trying these great Medela products.
Pros: Ease of use, great quality, makes the job of nursing easier on mama!
Cons: I really liked all of the Medela products and Medela is a name that both I and my friends have come to trust.
Buy It! You can buy the products mentioned here at retailers located here. I know my Target has tons of Medela products!
*I was provided products for myself and the Medela mommy party through Mom Select. My opinions are 100% my own and I was not compensated for this post.
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