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I personally prefer the Lansinoh bags. I have also used the Nuk ones and had samples of the Gerber and Medela ones. They do not seal, are more awkward to pour into and the milk does not last as long, IMO, in them. You can get Medela bags that hook onto your connections so you can pump right into the bags, but they are more pricey. You can also rig it up DIY style, but I preferred to pump into the bottles, chill the milk and freeze it later.

For freezing I was advised by our pedi to chill the milk in the fridge, freeze completely in the regular freezer and once completely frozen move to the deep freezer for long term storage as to make sure the core of the bags freeze completely. If you plan on keeping your stash for the longer range recommended I would set the deep freezer to -4F.

For storing I found it best to freeze the bags laying flat. There is a milk storage container that compresses the bags so that they are flat, but I ended up just laying them on the lid anyway. Freezing flat allows for less freezer space, more even freezing and they also thaw out quicker. Clearly label your bags with the date and how many ounces. Once my bags were frozen flat I would stack them into a gallon ziplock bag and store 11 6 oz bags in each gallon bag and then transport that to the deep freezer. I labeled the gallon bags with the date ranges of the milk inside to keep things organized.

I always pump into bottles. I've mostly used Lansinoh bags, but I've just started using Honeysuckle bags. I've not defrosted them yet, but so far they seem better than the Lansinoh.

I prefer to pump into the bottles because I feel like it gives me a more accurate idea of how many ounces I've produced, then poor into bags.

- I have only used the Medela ones. They work fine and have a good seal.
- I pump into bottles, then pour into bags. I like to have an even amount in the bags so, I'll pour 5oz into a bag when I've accumulated that much and freeze it.
- Store your milk in the fridge until you have a good amount. Freeze once you have 5 or 6oz to freeze at a time. If you're home and pumping, unhook your pump parts and then put them in your fridge between pump sessions - saves you from cleaning them all the time!

@JessiBee: I was pumped in addition to feeds not in place of a feed, that that meant pumping between nursing, when LO was sleeping or in the middle of the night. It also helps your supply if you try to pump at the same times each day.

we use lansinoh bags. The customer service is great. I had a couple of bags leak and I emailed the company and they sent me new bags. Also freeze your bags flat...i think I was the only person who didnt know to do this.

I usually buy them through amazon they're a little cheaper there

@JessiBee: I have used the Lansinoh, Medela and Honeysuckle and I like the Honeysuckle the best. Medela bags are smaller and I like pumping into bottles anyway because it gives me a more accurate measurement. The Honeysuckle bags are thicker than the Lansinoh bags and they have a double ziplock closure. When bought in smaller quantities I believe that they are about the same price, but if you buy in bulk Honeysuckle is cheaper.

I've tried Medela, Lansinoh, and Honeysuckle... and Honeysuckle is by far the best bag - they're soo sturdy and well made. I've never had a leaking problem with them.

I usually pump into Medela bottles then pour into bags. Then I lay the bag in the fridge flat... once it's frozen I put it upright according to date in a storage unit.

I know you didn't ask me, but I just saw this.. @bunnylove08: Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/Simple-Wishes-Honeysuckle-Breastmilk-Storage/dp/B0098PUNHS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1362784179&sr=8-2&keywords=honeysuckle

I bought the 300 ct., because I exclusively pump and it was the best value.

@bunnylove08: @LaineysMom: I actually have about 75 count of my honeysuckle bags leftover, if either of you want them, you are welcome to them if you help me out with shipping. Or bunnylove08 I could mail you a few to try if you want :-). And the offer is open to anyone else I might have missed!

Oops sorry and to answer the question, I tried four brands and honeysuckle was my fave bag.