When you return to work after having a baby, you’re going to need a breast pump that you can easily transport, is convenient to use and will efficiently express breastmilk. After all, you may have to pump several times a day (every three to four hours is recommended), you’ll want to be able to pump any where and at any time, and maybe for many months. The medela pump in style advanced not only fits all of these requirements, it does so in style.

This medela pump is an efficient double electric pump, meaning that it can pump both breasts at the same time. For added convenience, since electricity might not always be available, the pump also can run on eight AA batteries. And when you go to our medela breast pump accessories link, you can purchase the low-cost car adapter, so you’ll have that option as well.

The medela pump in style advanced features 2-Phase Expression Technology that is very similar to how your baby breastfeeds. Clinical studies have shown mothers will produce more breastmilk more quickly when the breastpump mimics how their baby feeds. Babies usually start with a fast and light suckling rhythm, similar to the Stimulation Phase of the breastpump, until you achieve let-down. Then baby switches to a slower and deeper rhythm, like the Expression Phase of the breastpump. The breastpump uses more vacuum during this Expression Phase, so your milk flows faster. And you have control because you can adjust the speed and vacuum.

However, if you’re in a stressful, demanding job, you may not always feel relaxed enough to pump. To create a comfortable environment that’s conducive to pumping, keeping a photo of baby close to you, hold a piece of clothing or blanket that has baby’s scent, listen to music, and/or eat a meal or a healthy snack. (Yes, we know you’re used to multi-tasking!) And don’t forget to wear clothing that makes it convenient to pumping when you’re working.

Included with this breastpump are the breastpump motor unit and the cooler carrier, which are conveniently removable, four collection cups and lids, plus all the valves and membranes that the pump requires. And you have three stylish options for how you’d like to transport the medela pump. If you’re a mass- transit commuter, you may like the backpack model. Or you can choose the convenience of the Shoulder Bag. The Metro Bag, made of stain-resistant nylon, has an adjustable handle, is reversible and comes with a working pad so that, no matter where you are, you’ll have a clean place to pump. Whichever style you choose, you’ll have lots of room for storage. And all parts that come into contact with your breastmilk are BPA-free and DEHP-free. The medela pump in style advanced provides you with comfort, convenience, safety and style – what more could you need?

You’ve been breastfeeding your baby since she was born. But you need to return to work soon, and you know that your baby needs your breastmilk for as long as possible. You also know you need to depend on your new breastpump frequently and for as long as possible. And, since your job is demanding, you need a pump that’s reliable and efficient. Medela pumps have a breastpump solution with you in mind, called the medela pump in style. Since you’re an on-the-go working mom, you also need convenience and portability.

The Pump In Style Advanced Breast pump is an electric breast pump which was designed based on research and proven in hospitals. Each “PIS” Breast pump has 2-Phase Expression Technology which produces more milk in a less amount of time when it’s operating at Maximum Comfort Vacuum, and was designed to replicate a baby’s natural suckling. The two phases consist of the Stimulation phase, which has a slight but quick suckling action that begins the flow of milk (also called let-down), and the Expression phase, when a slower vacuum is created to efficiently, but gently, express more milk faster. And you can adjust the speed and vacuum so that the breastpump feels most like your baby. You can use the medela pump in style as a single pump or as a double pump. It used to be that you could only get this kind of technology in a hospital-grade pump, but it’s now available in this breastpump that’s used for personal purposes.

The Pump In Style Advanced Breastpump has many other advantages. A Battery Pak is included so that you’re able to pump anywhere; all you need are eight AA batteries. And you can be assured that all the pump’s parts that come into contact with your breastmilk are free from both BPA and DEHP. Other items included in the medela pump in style are a cooler carrier, 4 collection containers (each with lids), two 24mm PersonalFit Breastshields, a Breastfeeding Information Guide (aren’t you surprised at how much there is to learn about breastfeeding?), two valves, four membranes and a cooling element (see medela.com for important information on breastmilk storage under the “Pumping” section).

As the name implies, you have stylish ways to carry your new breastpump. When you choose the Backpack 2008, you’re ready for you mass transit commute. If you choose the Shoulder Bag 2008, just throw it over your shoulder and off you go. Or maybe you’ll want the Metro Bag 2008 that has adjustable straps. It includes a work surface so you always have a clean area to pump with, and mesh bags to hold all your accessories. And the cooler carrier that comes with the Metro Bag keeps your breastmilk cool for 12 hours. Instead of the 24mm breastshields, the Metro Bag comes with two Softfit Breastshields. The motor unit is removable from this messenger-style bag, so you can use it long after you’ve finished breastfeeding. This roomy bag will hold all your essentials, and is not only durable, but stain-resistant, easy-to-clean nylon. And it’s reversible! After all, just because we’ve had a baby doesn’t mean we can’t still be stylish!

What makes any given Medela breast pump special? It is the two phase expression emulation of any of the Medela pumps that does it, with the exception of any manual breastpumps they make. What is two phase expression? Well, scientists over at Medela seem to have studied the way real babies breastfeed, and they’ve learned that babies don’t simply start suckling at the breast with evenly-timed sucks. There are 2 phases to a baby’s nursing pattern, called the let-down and the expression phases.

The let down phase is the first phase of nursing – this is where your baby will take quick, small sucks at the breast, immediately after latching on to the breast. This may continue for about 1-2 minutes, while your baby stimulates your body and your breasts to begin filling with breastmilk. The amazing thing is that this let down phase is critical to help enable a mother’s body to produce breastmilk during the 2nd expression phase.

The expression phase is the 2nd phase of breastfeeding, and this is where your baby will slow down their sucking pattern and go into a slower, more rhythmic pattern that will dominate how they feed for the next 5, 10, 15, or 20 minutes. It is in this phase that your baby has summoned the milk from your body and it begins flowing fast out of the nipples and into their mouth. Clever kids, huh?

So instead of simply creating a powerful breast pump that will suck your nipples right off your body, as long as it’s electric, a Medela breast pump will give you the most milk in the least time because the pump actually copies how real babies breastfeed more accurately than any other pumps out there that I’ve seen. And I think that this is the coolest thing to come to breastfeeding and breastpumps in a long time.

The Symphony Breast Pump By Medela is the first breast pump to simulate a baby’s two phase feeding process. This Medela Pump is natural, comfortable and efficient and hospital grade. It was designed by Peter Hartmann world renowned professor at the University of Western Australia, and it includes automatic and manual switching based on what a mother needs.

All the pumping programs are stored on a program card, and so this allows further pumping programs to be implemented in the future by getting rid of alternate cards as research evolves. There is only one knob so it is really simple to use for any mom. This knob combines the vacuum level and the cycles per minute in the expression phase. Moms can switch between single and double pumping by adding or removing the second pump collection set, so this could really speed up the pumping process if you were in a hurry.

The Symphony Breast Pump by Medela comes with a membrane that separates the pump collection set from the pump mechanism and protects the machine from overflow and backing up of breastmilk into the pump itself or the other parts of the machine. There is an LCD Display that shows the pumping phase, vacuum level, battery status and handling and service information. Another great feature with this pump is that it is so quiet you will barely notice it running. Maybe that’s why it’s called the symphony, because it will be music to your ears to not hear the waah waah of a normal breast pump pumping away!

You can get this pump in both the standard and rechargeable battery version. Research shows that a babies feeding is not a single continuous action. Breastfeeding babies actually use a two-phase approach which they suck rapidly to induce milk let-down (which is called stimulation). The second phase is when the milk is slowly flowing (which is called expression). This breast pump has fantastic results because it is so closely related to that two-phase system that real babies use to breastfeed. The pump is proven to feel most like a baby and get more milk in less time, and it is proven to achieve faster milk ejection and faster milk flow.

All the parts for this breast pump are completely BPA and DEHP free. If you wish you can even rent this pump instead of buying it. The Symphony by Medela is truly the closet pump to nature and will give you all the benefits and efficiency you want from a breast pump. The pump does all the work for you and makes it so easy for mom to use.

There are different models of Medela Pumps on the market. If you are traditional you may want to choose the manual version, because with these small pumps you can produce the suction yourself by squeezing the bulb or lever or by manipulating a cylinder. Actually, there are many designs for manual pumps. Cylinder styles usually allow you to control the pressure and minimize your discomfort, and some of these models can be used with one hand which makes them easier to use. These pumps are less expensive than other models and don’t need an electrical source or batteries. They are compact and can fit in a purse or bag, and if you are a stay at home mom these are good. They are also good for pumping on the go. Make sure you look for a one that fits your hand comfortably!

On the other hand… a manual breast pump may not be for you, so you can opt for an electric breast pump instead. These pumps are widely available and come with AA or C batteries, and you can also plug them into an outlet. All of the Medela pumps line are also small and can fit neatly away in a backpack or travel case. These units are usually quiet and are slow and methodical on the suction. The nice thing with the electronic pump is you can pump anywhere anytime and they are reasonably priced. This is a good option if you need to be away from your baby now and then for a few hours. A couple of the best models are the Medela Swing and the Pump In Style Advanced.

Finally, there is the hospital grade pump, the Medela Lactina. These pumps are powerful and can are more bulky at 6 to 11 pounds. They are manufactured to use in hospitals and for breast pump rentals. They have sensitive controls that allow you to regulate the suction, intensity and pressure of the milk flow. Some have a pumping action that is identical to your own baby’s way of suckling. These pumps can cut down on session time 50% with a dual pump. You can rent these units from hospitals, medical supplies, drugstores, retail stores and lactation specialists. Hospital grade pumps are fast and efficient and light compared to midweight units. This is the pump to use or rent if your baby can’t latch on and you’re not sure how often you will use it but you want a good one in case. It is good if you plan to pump for less than three months or you have to dramatically increase your milk supply.

The Medela Symphony Breast Pump is the latest innovation in hospital grade pumps with a modern design. With its two phase pumping it will reduce pumping time significantly and ensure that the pump best mimics a real baby’s breastfeeding pattern, thus helping you get the most milk possible. This pump has a 3 year warranty and is super easy to clean, and this pump was designed using extensive research on electric pumps by medela and an internationally renowned lactation researcher named Peter Hartmann. It is the first pump with Natural Expression and a two phase pumping action with rapid rhythm to allow faster milk expression – a.k.a. it tricks your boobs into thinking that a real baby is feeding, so you release the most milk.

It comes with a programmable card and an LCD display that shows you the operating functions. The pump can be pricey but well worth the money because these products are not only extremely durable but they are the best quality in breast pumping products on the market today. The Medela Symphony Breast Pump is rated number one among stay at home mothers, working mothers and moms who are always on the go. The pump is so easy to use, comfortable, gentle and quiet, and it has a durable motor. This pump not only allows mothers to spend time with their babies but it gets the baby in a pumping routine right from the start making it easier in the long run. There are literally hundreds of women who have saved their breastfeeding ability by using this pump.

When you purchase the Medela Symphony you will get the breast pump, program card, container stand, and quick start card, protector for card or cord and instructions. The only downfall with this brilliant pump is the high price tag, but then again it is called, “the Cadillac of breast pumps.” A nice feature of this pump is that it comes with a rack to set your bottles on when you are not using them. This Medela pump has the advantage of being able to pump both breasts at the same time, and this would definitely be a reason to choose this pump over the other models out there. This pump is adaptable and attractive and comes with all the necessary accessories to make breast pumping your milk easy and fast.

It will get you and your baby into a routine while still maintaining comfort and that is important. If you want one of the best pumps on the market get yourself the Medela Symphony pump and express your milk naturally and in less time so you can enjoy other activities.

The Mini Breast Pump is great for busy mothers on the go. This little pump can be put in a bag and used anywhere. It is fully automatic, handheld, and imitates the babies’ natural nursing rhythm. You can use this pump for short term or occasional use, and the pump has some great features like:

-adjustable vacuum

-automatic operation with physiologically natural suction

-rapid build up of vacuum

-plug in or battery operated

The mini breast pump is easy to assemble use and clean. It is gentle and efficient at expressing the milk, and has a full range adjustable vacuum. The bottles used with the pump are made from polypropylene which is the safest plastic for storing your breast milk and they’re BPA Free.

This little pump is award winning and is patented after the natural suck-release-relax cycling of a nursing baby. It comes with an adjustable vacuum that allows you to select your own specific comfort level. You can also take advantage of the universal threads on the breast shield which allow the pump to be attached to any standard bottle.

You should have some Quick Clean Micro bags for sterilization. Remember to learn how to fully operate and use your pump because you could void your warranty, so make sure you read all the instructions carefully.

There may be times that you will get some overflow of breastmilk, so don’t panic! Remove the breast pump from your breast, disengage the motor from the milk bottle and allow the motor to run for 60-90 seconds. This helps to start the evaporation and evenly distributes the milk in the motor. This pump is one of the easiest and affordable pumps you can purchase for occasional milk expression.

You can’t beat the price of the mini either. For most breast pumps you would be looking at paying anywhere from $300 and up, however some can be big and bulky. With this mini breast pump you get a great price and use when you need it with ease and comfort. The unit is easy to put together and the instructions are uncomplicated. The unit is so good that it has been endorsed by the Australian Breastfeeding Association.

If you are a mother that needs something more compact then this is a good option for you. It is easy to use and clean which makes life easier for a busy mother. With its great features and natural sucking for your baby this is truly a small wonder!

The nice thing about the Medela Freestyle breast pump is that it is hands free and weighs less than one pound. This breast pump is specifically made with Medela’s new 2-Phase Expression Pumping. Babies naturally have a sucking rhythm to stimulate milk let down and the 2-phase can mimic the babies suckling so that mothers can get the most milk in the shortest time span.

The pump is small and fits in the palm of your hand. It can be programmed according to your desired sucking pattern and speed. The nice thing is you can save your speed with a convenient memory button for your next breast pumping session.  This little pump comes with a rechargeable battery that can last for up to 3 hours and an LCD screen for those nights when you are pumping in the dark.

The pump comes with bra-strap accessories so you can attach the pump right to your bra. That is remarkable, because it will leave you free to move around as you are pumping! You can do the dishes and tidy the house while you are pumping if you wanted to multitask, although this isn’t recommended. There is a belt strap so you can clip the pump around your waist if you prefer, leaving your hands free to do other things around the house or just to sit and relax (which is best). There is a tote bag included for the pump and all you’re other accessories and babies needs.

There are different power sources available with the pump including an AC adaptor, car adaptor and rechargeable batteries so the pump can be used anywhere. The worst thing is when a mother’s breasts are engorged and she needs to expel her milk. With this little pump you can pump your milk when you need to. Some mothers have experienced calluses on their hands from trying to pump their breast milk manually. You will not suffer those painful complications with this easy pump.

If you are a new mother you should consider the Medela Freestyle breast pump for your comfort and ease. It actually pumps milk in half the time as some other pumps on the market. Not only will it ease you and your baby but it will save you time and let you be hands free to do whatever else you may need to do in your day. Being a mother is one of the hardest jobs in the world, but having this little pump can definitely make it easier!

Normally, we’re serious about all the posts we put on this site, but this one is hilarious.
It’s from dadlabs dot com, and it shows a man using a Medela breast pump. The scary and
disturbing thing is that they show a closeup at one point of his nipple being pulled in and out
of the breast pump!

Man using
a medela breast pump

Instructional video from Alicia Ramos on the use of the Medela Pump In Style Breast Pump.

How to Use a Medela Breast Pump