https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:33:37 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1329936 Thu, 09 Jan 2014 01:18:31 +0000 Mrs. High Heels 1329936@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I really wanted the Hygeia, but they were out of stock so I went with the Ameda Purely Yours. It was okay… but I already had the Medela PISA from my previous birth and I liked that one more (stronger, got more milk out), so I continued to use that and sold my Ameda on eBay. My Medela lasted me through two babies and still shows no signs of death! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1329933 Thu, 09 Jan 2014 01:17:26 +0000 Ginabean3 1329933@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I got that exact Medela from my insurance and I liked it a lot! Mine had the two phase suction letdown thingie. It also came in a nice big tan tote/messenger bag with a spare set of parts and 4 bottles and ice packs! I was really impressed! </p> <p>For the first two months after my LO was born I pumped around the clock, every 3 hrs, since she was in the NICU. And it held up to my extreme use!</p> <p>ETA, I guess I didn't get the EXACT item since mine came in a bigger bag...but the pump part is the same! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1329927 Thu, 09 Jan 2014 01:10:33 +0000 lemondrop 1329927@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Love my Hygeia too! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1329662 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 21:49:35 +0000 yin 1329662@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Love my hygeia! I EP'ed for a year with my first, and it was a lifesaver. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1329293 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 19:38:14 +0000 jaypegs 1329293@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have the a Hygeia, and like it so far! I chose that one because it is a closed system, so designed to be reusable. The pump is also the only one endorsed by the La Leche League, and when you (or whoever you may pass it on to) are done with it, you can send it back to the company to be recycled. I'll admit that I got a Medela accessory kit at the hospital, and I use a hybrid of medela/hygeia/off brand parts for the actual part that attaches to the breast, but that's mainly because I have large breasts and wanted special shields and Medela parts are easier to find in store. What it came with worked fine too! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1329246 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 19:15:40 +0000 MrsStormy 1329246@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mae: I actually currently use the ameda and the medela (long story). The Ameda is much simpler to clean, I like the hygienic aspect, and it does a fine job, however the Medela seems to be a bit more effective, I consistently get .25-.5 ounces more with the Medela (I am working and pump at the same time everyday and have alternated between the 2), I think it has a stronger suck than the Ameda. I think you would be fine with either but if I had to choose I would go Medela because those partial ounces can add up throughout the day! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328848 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:58:28 +0000 AmandaB8 1328848@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have the same options, and I'm going to go for the Hygeia. Of the reviews I've found, they're fantastic, and it sounds like it's a much "greener" pump. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328826 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:51:47 +0000 abbydabbydoodlebug 1328826@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Foodnerd81: awesome, thank you! I just put in my order. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328775 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:39:46 +0000 Foodnerd81 1328775@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@abbydabbydoodlebug: yes it has the same two phase suction thing! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328768 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:39:04 +0000 Foodnerd81 1328768@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@JoJoGirl: @Mae: that's the exact medela I have. It's the same motor as the Pisa in a stripped down bag and it doesn't have a battery option like the Pisa. The actual pump and parts are the same though. It doesn't come with the nice cooler bag that the Pisa has, just a cooler compartment in the tan bag. </p> <p>I don't pump that frequently but I am very happy with it. It's a little heavy and bulky but for pumping at home it's perfect. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328744 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:32:45 +0000 abbydabbydoodlebug 1328744@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mae: I'm ordering my breast pump today too! So thanks for asking this question. Your provider is the same as mine and I was unsure about the Medela because it seemed like that it wasn't the Advanced with the different suction rhythm, so hopefully @Emsmems: is right and its the same, but just a different bag! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328720 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:22:36 +0000 Ginger333 1328720@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>That Medela looks like the Pump In Style that was before the Pump In Style Advanced (I'm old, I know lol), the difference being the Advanced has a let down button that changes the rhythm of the suction. </p> <p>Of those options, I'd likely choose the Ameda or the Medela, with the Ameda winning by a slim margin for being closer to the most recent model available in stores. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328718 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:22:23 +0000 Mae 1328718@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Emsmems: Good to know, thanks for doing the leg-work ;) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328715 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:21:53 +0000 Greentea 1328715@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Emsmems: @Mae: yes. It is the pisa. I got that same one with insurance. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328714 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:21:53 +0000 septca 1328714@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Wow - you have a lot of options! I only had one choice - the Ameda. I really like it. I am not sure it is any better at getting the milk than some of the others (I honestly think they are all about the same), but it is super easy to clean and set-up, which is huge for me. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328712 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:21:05 +0000 Greentea 1328712@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mae: pretty sure that is the pump in style! It looks just like mine. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328701 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:16:49 +0000 LemonLong 1328701@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I had the Purely Yours. I like how easy it was to clean and that I never had to worry about mold or milk in the tubes like some medela owners complained about. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328696 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:14:54 +0000 Emsmems 1328696@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mae: @JoJoGirl: I got the medela, and checked with medela, and it IS the PISA unit in a less fancy, cheaper bag. It takes all the same parts as the PISA and the battery pack is the same. I just got mine in the mail yesterday, but baby isn't here yet so I haven't used it! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328695 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:14:45 +0000 JoJoGirl 1328695@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mae: That's what I just voted for :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328685 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:12:20 +0000 Mae 1328685@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@JoJoGirl: Since no one seems to have experience with THIS medela, sounds like the Purely Yours might be the better choice! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328678 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:10:12 +0000 JoJoGirl 1328678@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mae: Yeah that's my sense too... it's probably not as good as the PISA, which has always gotten great reviews. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328674 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:08:30 +0000 Mae 1328674@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@JoJoGirl: I don't think it is. I am guessing it is a lower model made just for insurance companies or something. Doesn't seem available elsewhere online. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328666 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:05:54 +0000 Veggiemama 1328666@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I borrowed a Medela for #1 and an Ameda Purely Yours for #2, I found I liked the Ameda much better! It was easier to clean and I never had to replace any of the parts. When I used the Medela I had to replace the little plastic valve pieces a couple times. I am a SAHM but used each of them daily for 9+ months to build up a freezer supply. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328660 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 15:03:32 +0000 JoJoGirl 1328660@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Are we sure that's the PISA? It's different than the one listed above "double pump" - I think Pump-in-Style Advanced is a different model? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328651 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 14:59:20 +0000 lawbee11 1328651@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Love my Ameda Purely Yours! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328636 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 14:55:39 +0000 Ash 1328636@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a medela pisa - so far, I like it! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328616 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 14:51:39 +0000 Mrs. Champagne 1328616@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mae: haha it's weird!! I called and we have no coverage for it! But yes birth and everything is totally $0 so we are really lucky! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328611 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 14:50:39 +0000 Mae 1328611@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Champagne: OMG the US has something related to healthcare better than canada? *marking this day* lol (sorry though-- but you can laugh all the way to the bank when we get our hospital bill for thousands after birth and I'm back to work a few months after giving birth ;) ) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328500 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 14:12:01 +0000 kml636 1328500@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I liked purely yours over the medela because it was easier to clean and a little more portable. Medela is also great and maybe a little more powerful? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/talk-to-me-about-breast-pumps#post-1328492 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 14:09:20 +0000 fussygal 1328492@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I haven't used it yet obviously, but I just ordered the Medela through my insurance. From what I could tell from other threads on HB and general internet research it seemed like a favorite! </p>