This was a lifesaver for me, thank you. Baby came a month early so I hadn’t even taken the pump out of the box yet. We are 5 days postpartum, just home from the hospital and feeling a little overwhelmed trying to figure out a different pump than I used in the hospital. Thank you!!
Thank you!!! Went with the Spectra S1 since I can still dual pump. My insurance said it was only a $75 upgrade!! They didn’t have it listed that they even helped with it. I was going to get the Gold till they said the upgrade was $329!! Yikes. I’d just buy it for that. So so glad I went with the S1!!! Thank you so much for this video I started watching yesterday and your videos really helped me with my decision!!! Much appreciated.
This pump is so convenient! Great features and good job explaining everything. I forgot to change out my pump parts so I was getting no milk. Once I changed them....man, the milk has been flowing again!
Omg im a exclusive pumper have neen for the past year with my first baby n my milk supply dipped drastically...this pump showed me it was just the other pump i wasnt getting engorged but i wssnt fully empty apparently because ong!!! I LOVE THIS PUMP
Thank you for the great tutorial! I used medela with my previous two kids but when I saw they’ve recently updated their pump parts I decided to try spectra. I will be turning it on for the first time today and thanks to you I feel totally prepared!!
I found that to use Medela & Dr.Brown bottles with the Spectra, you can use the Hygeia Fit Pro/Evolve flange bases to make the parts more compatible. I can interchange flanges and narrow mouth bottles now!! Pumping hack!! 😍
Thank you for making this video!! I am due in 3 weeks and I'm getting everything together, washed and ready to go for when she's here and I start pumping! I'm going to clean my pump parts today and was hoping you had a video on this pump explaining it all in detail! :) I also got that breast pump bag as well, and I love it, it's so roomy! :)
Great!! It’s an awesome pump and the bag is the best. You’re all set up ready to go! Let me know if you come up with any more questions :) good luck on your upcoming birth!
Hang in there. First time for me too (only 17 weeks here though) Don't worry, all of us are anxious and overwhelmed. Your body will probably let you know, observe milkflow and when it decreases then its probably time for a "break." (Hope this helps until she answers you 🙂) You're not alone, look at how many people needed to see this video 🌺
Thank you, this is such a helpful video! I just watched it as I tried my spectra for the first time. How do you keep the phalanges on the breast during the pump? I just held them on but when I would let go they would fall off… Thanks in advance for your help!
You do have to hold them. You can also get a pumping bra if you want which many pumping moms do. There are a couple hacks out there too. This is why pumps like the Elvie and willow are so popular because they are hands free! If you want to try something hand free with your spectra, look into the freemie cups. There’s another video on the channel!
At 5:29 you can see the white sealing disc go the whole way back to touch the other side of the backflow protector. Mine does not do that. It barely gets sucked back at all, no matter what type of setting it’s on. Am I doing something wrong?
How does suction change double vs single pumping? I have been using single side at vacuum 3 but I don't feel any suction when double pumping. Is double pumping at 6 equivalent to single pumping at 3?
Hi, this video was very helpful. The first time I tried the pump, it worked fine but yesterday when I tried, there was no suction. I just couldn’t understand what was happening. All the parts went in correct places. Only after seeing your video step by step, it worked. Can it happen sometimes that the suction doesn’t work
If that happens, something isn’t right. The pump just doesn’t stop working, so checking the connections and parts are all assembled will likely fix it. The most common issues are the backflow connector installed incorrectly or the duckbill flanges missing. Hope that helps!
That’s an AWESOME idea for a video! I’m gonna work on that for you. Setting, just start low and see where your breasts like it best. The lowest setting where you get good milk output is usually best, it takes just a little bit to figure yourself out then you can keep it on those settings! No need to pump for at least 6 weeks if things are going well for you :) good luck!
Do you recommend a dishwasher bag or basket of some sort to toss the parts in? Sometimes they end up on the bottom of my dishwasher even though I do gentle sanitize cycle.
Thank you for this!!! Regarding the back flow protector - do you wash that assembled, not wash it, or disassemble and wash every time? That was the only part I couldn’t quite figure out. Thanks!!
Disassemble and wash :) you will get a little moisture on the inside of the white piece, so to avoid bacteria growth, best to take apart and wash as well. Good question!
If your pump has the two phase expression option, start with the faster one (let down mode). Once you see or feel a let down (30secs-few minutes) then switch over to the slower mode (expression mode). Does that help?
@@NewLittleLife yeah. Im not too familiar with recognizing let down feeling. How do know which speed to do 38-54? I pump for 30 minutes each side and I leave it on the 54 setting and 3 the whole time. I only pump 2-3 times at night. Because I supplement my twins with formula at night. But I'm in excruciating pain if I sleep too long and I don't want to lose supply either but spending an hour to pump is exhausting. I have to do one at a time because I don't have a bra and it's too hard to hold both. Anything to make pumping easier, faster and getting the most milk would be greatly appreciated.
Which pump do you have? Can you feel a let down when your babies are at the breast? As far as a bra, just cut two small holes in a old bra to put the flanges in, you don’t need a fancy one! You can also hack it with just a regular nursing bra, maybe try searching some hacks on that. Pumping one at a time is not the most effective and time consuming for sure!
Thank you for this great video! I have one question when you are washing all the parts that come in contact with the milk do you also have to wash the tubes?
You actually shouldn’t regularly wash the tubes in any breast pump, because they are really hard to dry and can mold. If you notice mold in the tubes, they should be replaced
Does the tubing ever build up condensation? I remember back years ago when I used the medela the tubes would sometimes have perspiration and then the manufacturer recommended washing them
Medela pumps are usually an open system, meaning there’s no barrier between the milk and the tubing. This is a closed system pump, so that shouldn’t happen :) if it does, something isn’t right.
The only issue with finding the right flange size is if you have stretchy nipples and areolas like I do. It sucks but I can't seem to find a flange that prevents too much areola from getting pulled in. The Lactech brand helps as far as allowing more milk to flow in spite swelling from the session but I haven't found that silicone prevents the stretchy nipple problem. The medela pump in style advance being discontinued the spectra s2 is the alternative I chose with my 3rd and final son. I'm hoping to be able to pump longer than I did with my second son this time.
This is great! Thank you. Before using the instructions says to sanitize the breast shield kit in boiling water for 5 minutes. Does this include the valves and back flow protectors as well as the shield?
Boil all the HARD plastic parts, including the hard plastic parts of the back flow protector. The soft parts and valves can be hand washed with soap and water.
Maymom makes 2 different parts to make it usuable for medela parts. Search maymom adapter and a little orange piece and a backflow protector with a long stem will come up those work with medela parts
Does the spectra bottle fit inside the medula cooler? All the info I am seeing is that only two bottles with fit... I’m trying to find one where four of the spectra bottle will fit with a contoured ice pack
They don’t need to be washed every time, but make sure they’re dry before the next use so no mold builds up inside. Open them up and wash them whenever you wash your other pump parts as well.
Have you found any bags that can be used to pump directly into with the Spectra pump? I was wondering since it has such a wide mouth if that was doable with this one...
Read the manual to see exactly which parts can be boiled. Mostly the flange and duck bills, anything in contact with the milk. Tubes and back flow protector do not need sanitized.
I think you’re talking about the back-flow protector pieces? I’ve had that happen too, they are likely not assembled correctly. Grab the instructions that came with the pump and make sure everything is facing the right way. It should snap closed tightly.
Thank you for making this video, it was informative and to the point. Wondering what brand or type of milk storage bag is best? Do you just pour from bottle to bag, seal and store?
I use these and have really liked them. amzn.to/3jJiJwF I pour straight from the bottle into a bag and freeze! You can store them in the bottle in the fridge for a few days if you want to use it soon.
QQ - 1. I have multiple children over several years, do you recommend getting a new pump each time? I was hoping to use it. How do you tell when it’s done? 2. How long should you pump for? Or is there a signal when you’re done?
Usually pumps are recommended for about a years use. If it still functions well and you place the tubing and valves, it will likely work! Most insurance companies and providing a new one doe each pregnancy as it is recommended. Pumping time is definitely different per person. A very average time is 15-20 minutes. I often pump less because I’m exclusively breastfeeding and don’t need to “empty” the breast. When you are no longer seeing milk come for a couple minutes that’s a good sign you are finished for now. In theory, you could place the pump back on 10 minutes later and try to trigger another let down!
It’s not a bad idea to bring it, I usually recommend leaving it in the car. Easy to grab if you need it, but utilizing the hospital lactation consultants to help with initiating breastfeeding is probably more wise. Thats what they’re trained in anyway! They really aren’t trained in pumping.
Last time I used medela so I have alot of medela bottles, getting the spectra this time was wondering if you have advice on what medela bottles and supplies can use for when using the spectra to save me buying everything new again. Thanks
Not much is comparable between those two pumps. You may be able to find an adapter from a wide mouth to a small mouth bottle to attach the old ones to your pump, otherwise almost everything is different. You can definitely use the Medela bottles for feedings though if you’d like.
Thank you.. This was very informative!How’s the battery life though? I read some reviews that in a couple of weeks it’ll be less efficient...Can u review the Bellababy as well? I’m confused between both.
Do you have a video that shows night pumping hacks for new moms with the S1? I’m trying to figure out how to pump without disturbing my sleep too much. Thanks!
Brett & Tenay Benes I would say one great hack is to have more than one set of pump parts. That way you don’t have to wash between every pumping session. And then just have them next to your bed and ready to go if you are pumping at night :)
If you want to pump straight into a storage bag, you can use an adapter like this amzn.to/2ImQMwk which is compatible with Lanolish and NUK bags. Does that answer your question?
Thanks for this video! On your point about buying/selling used Spectras, I’m worried about the type definition on the link you shared and cross contamination/disease concerns. Everything I’m reading says the S1 is hospital grade so therefore all parts interchangeable. Can you confirm this is your reading also, that this is not a concern with this pump? Thanks again.
Spectra is a closed system pump, so cross contamination is less likely than with an open system pump yes. In my opinion, there are still several other reasons not to buy a used pump though :)
Hmm.. that shouldn’t be happening. I would try a different/new bottles or try a new/different shield. Something just isn’t lining up quite right sounds like! It should stay tight no problem.
Totally! There’s a video on the channel on how to get a free breast pump through either Aeroflow or Baby Pavilion. Both work great with TRICARE and will cover Spectra pumps 👍🏼
Ericka Prater try to turn down suction, make sure you are comfortable and relaxed, imagine your baby, smell your baby’s blanket, looks at pictures of baby. The hormone oxytocin responsible for milk let down is released when you are relaxed and bonding with baby.
Nope! Especially not on a closed system pump like this. It doesn’t come in contact with the milk so there’s no need, and any extra water droplets on the tubing will damage the motor.
You can use any bags you like! Lots availabe on Amazon :) I have an IGTV on Instagram talking about different bags and what to look for if that’s helpful for you!
It’s a lot of experimentation! The stimulation mode is set so just find the maximum comfortable suction. In stimulation mode, start the cycles in the middle and just up or down to see what works best. No pressure there, they’ll all likely work fine! Use the highest suction that is COMFORTABLE, not the highest you can tolerate. See what gives you the best milk flow in the shortest time! Good luck 💙
This was a lifesaver for me, thank you. Baby came a month early so I hadn’t even taken the pump out of the box yet. We are 5 days postpartum, just home from the hospital and feeling a little overwhelmed trying to figure out a different pump than I used in the hospital. Thank you!!
Congratulations! Hope you and baby are doing well 💜
Thank you so much for all the reviews and advice, really helpful 💛
Thank you!!! Went with the Spectra S1 since I can still dual pump. My insurance said it was only a $75 upgrade!! They didn’t have it listed that they even helped with it. I was going to get the Gold till they said the upgrade was $329!! Yikes. I’d just buy it for that. So so glad I went with the S1!!! Thank you so much for this video I started watching yesterday and your videos really helped me with my decision!!! Much appreciated.
This pump is so convenient! Great features and good job explaining everything. I forgot to change out my pump parts so I was getting no milk. Once I changed them....man, the milk has been flowing again!
I did the same thing with my first! Oops!
Omg im a exclusive pumper have neen for the past year with my first baby n my milk supply dipped drastically...this pump showed me it was just the other pump i wasnt getting engorged but i wssnt fully empty apparently because ong!!! I LOVE THIS PUMP
Extremely helpful & you made it look a lot less intimidating. Thank you so much!
Wow. Great video! I had so many questions before I watched this!
Thank you for the great tutorial! I used medela with my previous two kids but when I saw they’ve recently updated their pump parts I decided to try spectra. I will be turning it on for the first time today and thanks to you I feel totally prepared!!
Just received mine today and your video was very helpful ! Thank you
You bet! I love to hear it 💕
Thank you! Wish I watched this sooner!
I found that to use Medela & Dr.Brown bottles with the Spectra, you can use the Hygeia Fit Pro/Evolve flange bases to make the parts more compatible. I can interchange flanges and narrow mouth bottles now!! Pumping hack!! 😍
Thanks very much, this video was very helpful to me as its clears up all my doubt about how the SpeCtra electric breast pump work.
Thank you for making this video!! I am due in 3 weeks and I'm getting everything together, washed and ready to go for when she's here and I start pumping! I'm going to clean my pump parts today and was hoping you had a video on this pump explaining it all in detail! :) I also got that breast pump bag as well, and I love it, it's so roomy! :)
Great!! It’s an awesome pump and the bag is the best. You’re all set up ready to go! Let me know if you come up with any more questions :) good luck on your upcoming birth!
I even can use my Avent by Phillips bottles with this pump! So great bc my daughter doesnt like the bottles that came with the pump
Do you use the Avent natural bottles? I got those as a gift and I hope they are compatible
I wish I could post a picture so everyone could see
Thanks for this video! Can you also please make a video on how to store and freeze milk?
Huge thank you! I feel a lot more confident now 👍
Thank you SO Much from a new, overwhelmed mom. 3 days in and trying to figure this out. How long should we pump for?
Hang in there. First time for me too (only 17 weeks here though) Don't worry, all of us are anxious and overwhelmed. Your body will probably let you know, observe milkflow and when it decreases then its probably time for a "break." (Hope this helps until she answers you 🙂)
You're not alone, look at how many people needed to see this video 🌺
@@iamwhoyousayiam6773 awww good to know. I had the same question
This was a great tutorial
Correction @10:04 , that spot is designed to hold 2-3 oreos as sustenance while you express calories😐
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I apologize for the mis-information!! Thank you so much for clearing that up 🤣🤣
This was VERY helpful! Thank you!!!
This is so incredibly helpful! Thank you!
This video is incredible ! It answered so many of my questions. Thank you !
Good! I’m so glad!
Hi
Can't find the video you mentioned about sharing pumps!
Can you post a video about the adapter so you can pump directly into a bag from the Spectra. Thanks!
This was a very informative video!
Thank you!!
Excellent narration! Appreciate the demo...thanks again
Thank you for the video 👍 well explained and straightforward.
Great tutorial and easy to understand 😊
Thank you for all your videos!
Really great video..thank you! Easy tutorial that saved me loads in terms of time..i mean aint nobody got time for that right?!
Thank you for this!
This is so helpful, thank you! FTM here and due Tuesday. Should I wash the pump parts?
Yes! Get them washed up, you shouldn’t need them for a while unless you’re planning to exclusively pump, but definitely wash before first use :)
How did your delivery go? 🌺
@@iamwhoyousayiam6773 aww thanks for asking!! It was a long 42 hours but we did it!!!
Thank you, this is such a helpful video! I just watched it as I tried my spectra for the first time. How do you keep the phalanges on the breast during the pump? I just held them on but when I would let go they would fall off… Thanks in advance for your help!
You do have to hold them. You can also get a pumping bra if you want which many pumping moms do. There are a couple hacks out there too.
This is why pumps like the Elvie and willow are so popular because they are hands free! If you want to try something hand free with your spectra, look into the freemie cups. There’s another video on the channel!
@@NewLittleLife Thank you so much!
One difference I see between the pumps is the pink one said hospital grade suction where the blue did not have that feature on the spectra website.
The are exactly the same motor and suction. No difference! “Hospital grade suction” doesn’t really mean anything.. it’s kinda a made up term.
At 5:29 you can see the white sealing disc go the whole way back to touch the other side of the backflow protector. Mine does not do that. It barely gets sucked back at all, no matter what type of setting it’s on. Am I doing something wrong?
Thank you I enjoy your videos so much. Did you add the link about buying used above?
Extremely helpful! Thanks!
Thanks for this video! SO helpful!
Is there a routine or guide? I know it's different for everyone but I'd like to follow instructions before messing with it
How does suction change double vs single pumping? I have been using single side at vacuum 3 but I don't feel any suction when double pumping. Is double pumping at 6 equivalent to single pumping at 3?
Hi, this video was very helpful. The first time I tried the pump, it worked fine but yesterday when I tried, there was no suction. I just couldn’t understand what was happening. All the parts went in correct places. Only after seeing your video step by step, it worked. Can it happen sometimes that the suction doesn’t work
If that happens, something isn’t right. The pump just doesn’t stop working, so checking the connections and parts are all assembled will likely fix it. The most common issues are the backflow connector installed incorrectly or the duckbill flanges missing. Hope that helps!
Any tips for first time use ever? FTM. I haven’t had baby yet, just curious where to begin. What setting, anything really. What to expect?
That’s an AWESOME idea for a video! I’m gonna work on that for you.
Setting, just start low and see where your breasts like it best. The lowest setting where you get good milk output is usually best, it takes just a little bit to figure yourself out then you can keep it on those settings!
No need to pump for at least 6 weeks if things are going well for you :) good luck!
Definitely start on low settings and then SLOWLY move up. Pumping should never hurt you. Congratulations on your little one
Hi Allison! May I know which is better between Spectra Dual Compact and S1+. Thank you!
Great information! Thanks for sharing
Do you recommend a dishwasher bag or basket of some sort to toss the parts in? Sometimes they end up on the bottom of my dishwasher even though I do gentle sanitize cycle.
Thank you for this!!!
Regarding the back flow protector - do you wash that assembled, not wash it, or disassemble and wash every time? That was the only part I couldn’t quite figure out. Thanks!!
Disassemble and wash :) you will get a little moisture on the inside of the white piece, so to avoid bacteria growth, best to take apart and wash as well. Good question!
Any hands free pumping bra recommendations for S1?
I love my Ollie Gray Bra! So much better than the other ones I used.
Momcozy
I'm still a bit confused on when to switch modes and which is which. How can you tell which one is working best?
If your pump has the two phase expression option, start with the faster one (let down mode). Once you see or feel a let down (30secs-few minutes) then switch over to the slower mode (expression mode). Does that help?
@@NewLittleLife yeah. Im not too familiar with recognizing let down feeling. How do know which speed to do 38-54? I pump for 30 minutes each side and I leave it on the 54 setting and 3 the whole time. I only pump 2-3 times at night. Because I supplement my twins with formula at night. But I'm in excruciating pain if I sleep too long and I don't want to lose supply either but spending an hour to pump is exhausting. I have to do one at a time because I don't have a bra and it's too hard to hold both. Anything to make pumping easier, faster and getting the most milk would be greatly appreciated.
Which pump do you have? Can you feel a let down when your babies are at the breast? As far as a bra, just cut two small holes in a old bra to put the flanges in, you don’t need a fancy one! You can also hack it with just a regular nursing bra, maybe try searching some hacks on that. Pumping one at a time is not the most effective and time consuming for sure!
The s2. I believe so but not 100% sure. It's probably just because I'm tired and it's dark that I'm unsure. Very helpful video.
They all do. So it should!
I wish I would have seen this video before I got the s2
Thank you for this great video! I have one question when you are washing all the parts that come in contact with the milk do you also have to wash the tubes?
Not on the Spectra since it is a closed system. There should be no milk in the tubing.
You actually shouldn’t regularly wash the tubes in any breast pump, because they are really hard to dry and can mold. If you notice mold in the tubes, they should be replaced
Does the tubing ever build up condensation? I remember back years ago when I used the medela the tubes would sometimes have perspiration and then the manufacturer recommended washing them
Medela pumps are usually an open system, meaning there’s no barrier between the milk and the tubing. This is a closed system pump, so that shouldn’t happen :) if it does, something isn’t right.
The only issue with finding the right flange size is if you have stretchy nipples and areolas like I do. It sucks but I can't seem to find a flange that prevents too much areola from getting pulled in. The Lactech brand helps as far as allowing more milk to flow in spite swelling from the session but I haven't found that silicone prevents the stretchy nipple problem.
The medela pump in style advance being discontinued the spectra s2 is the alternative I chose with my 3rd and final son. I'm hoping to be able to pump longer than I did with my second son this time.
How do I know when my pump is in massage mode vs expression mode?
It will show the bacon image on the display screen for massage which is the same symbol as the button
This is great! Thank you. Before using the instructions says to sanitize the breast shield kit in boiling water for 5 minutes. Does this include the valves and back flow protectors as well as the shield?
Boil all the HARD plastic parts, including the hard plastic parts of the back flow protector. The soft parts and valves can be hand washed with soap and water.
When boiling do you wait for the water to boil then place the parts in for 5 mins and shut off heat source or keep the stove on?
@@karissasalvagni same question lol
Boil water, place in parts, after 5 minutes remove and let dry :) nothing too fancy! I don’t think there’s many ways to mess it up.
Where would we buy a battery from for the s two?
Can we use Medela breastshield with Spectra?
Maymom makes 2 different parts to make it usuable for medela parts. Search maymom adapter and a little orange piece and a backflow protector with a long stem will come up those work with medela parts
Thank you so much
Does the spectra bottle fit inside the medula cooler? All the info I am seeing is that only two bottles with fit... I’m trying to find one where four of the spectra bottle will fit with a contoured ice pack
Yes I put my 4 spectra bottles in there all the time!
Can you pump directly into any milk storage bag with or without an adapter?
You just need an adapter like this one!
amzn.to/2Z5pbYc
Are the backflow protectors something that need to be washed every time? Or just air dried as you said when condensation is visible?
They don’t need to be washed every time, but make sure they’re dry before the next use so no mold builds up inside. Open them up and wash them whenever you wash your other pump parts as well.
Have you found any bags that can be used to pump directly into with the Spectra pump? I was wondering since it has such a wide mouth if that was doable with this one...
I believe they sell an adapter on amazon that clips on a bag. I’ll see if I can find a link!
The Kiinde system
Definitely kiinde
Which parts need to be sanitized out of the box?
Read the manual to see exactly which parts can be boiled. Mostly the flange and duck bills, anything in contact with the milk. Tubes and back flow protector do not need sanitized.
New Little Life by Allison the manual isn’t very clear about which parts to sanitize
My membranes don’t suck the same way as shown in the video. Also the membrane pieces fall apart extremely easy. What am I doing wrong?
I think you’re talking about the back-flow protector pieces? I’ve had that happen too, they are likely not assembled correctly. Grab the instructions that came with the pump and make sure everything is facing the right way. It should snap closed tightly.
My spectra is new outta the box and it’s beeping when it pumps! Can anyone tell me how to turn this off??
Thank you for making this video, it was informative and to the point. Wondering what brand or type of milk storage bag is best? Do you just pour from bottle to bag, seal and store?
I use these and have really liked them. amzn.to/3jJiJwF
I pour straight from the bottle into a bag and freeze! You can store them in the bottle in the fridge for a few days if you want to use it soon.
Could you recommend a book for 1st time Mom’s with breast feeding basics? Thanks so much!
The womanly art of breastfeeding is a great one. I also have an online course available on breastfeeding basics too! www.newlittlelifelessons.com
QQ -
1. I have multiple children over several years, do you recommend getting a new pump each time? I was hoping to use it. How do you tell when it’s done?
2. How long should you pump for? Or is there a signal when you’re done?
Usually pumps are recommended for about a years use. If it still functions well and you place the tubing and valves, it will likely work! Most insurance companies and providing a new one doe each pregnancy as it is recommended.
Pumping time is definitely different per person. A very average time is 15-20 minutes. I often pump less because I’m exclusively breastfeeding and don’t need to “empty” the breast. When you are no longer seeing milk come for a couple minutes that’s a good sign you are finished for now. In theory, you could place the pump back on 10 minutes later and try to trigger another let down!
Does anyone recommend bringing my own pump to the hospital for delivery? Take advantage of using my own with a lactation consultant at the hospital?
It’s not a bad idea to bring it, I usually recommend leaving it in the car. Easy to grab if you need it, but utilizing the hospital lactation consultants to help with initiating breastfeeding is probably more wise. Thats what they’re trained in anyway! They really aren’t trained in pumping.
Last time I used medela so I have alot of medela bottles, getting the spectra this time was wondering if you have advice on what medela bottles and supplies can use for when using the spectra to save me buying everything new again. Thanks
Not much is comparable between those two pumps. You may be able to find an adapter from a wide mouth to a small mouth bottle to attach the old ones to your pump, otherwise almost everything is different. You can definitely use the Medela bottles for feedings though if you’d like.
There's an adapter set on Amazon you can get for really cheap to be able to convert your Medela bottles and be able to pump in to them directly!
Do we need to wash the back flow protector since it doesn't touch milk?
One side of it can touch milk, so yes!
@@NewLittleLife thank you!
Do you recommend this over the lansinoh?
1000%
Can I stay in letdown mode for the whole session on Spectra? I get more output on this mod
If it works it works! Some people do respond better to faster stimulation, and the let down mode on the spectra isn’t that fast anyway. Go for it!
Thank you.. This was very informative!How’s the battery life though? I read some reviews that in a couple of weeks it’ll be less efficient...Can u review the Bellababy as well? I’m confused between both.
Battery life for me was always quite good. I can usually get about 2 hours of pumping on a charge.
Do you have a video that shows night pumping hacks for new moms with the S1? I’m trying to figure out how to pump without disturbing my sleep too much. Thanks!
Brett & Tenay Benes I would say one great hack is to have more than one set of pump parts. That way you don’t have to wash between every pumping session. And then just have them next to your bed and ready to go if you are pumping at night :)
@@KassiReyes that's a good tip, thank you 🙂
For a moment there I thought she was Pam from The Office, lol.
Is this compatible with other brands of breast milk bags???
If you want to pump straight into a storage bag, you can use an adapter like this amzn.to/2ImQMwk which is compatible with Lanolish and NUK bags. Does that answer your question?
Can you link the best amazon option for extra valves, back flow and pump parts? Thank you!
It’s is all in the description! If you still can’t find it, let me know :)
When using single pumping. Do I need to remove the air cap or not?
Keep the air cap on for single pumping or you won’t have any suction!
Thanks for this video! On your point about buying/selling used Spectras, I’m worried about the type definition on the link you shared and cross contamination/disease concerns. Everything I’m reading says the S1 is hospital grade so therefore all parts interchangeable. Can you confirm this is your reading also, that this is not a concern with this pump? Thanks again.
Spectra is a closed system pump, so cross contamination is less likely than with an open system pump yes. In my opinion, there are still several other reasons not to buy a used pump though :)
There’s a little bit more information in this video if you’re interested! th-cam.com/video/D3EJGDgw5Pw/w-d-xo.html
Can I use nanobebe bottle with this one ?
Do we need to replace back flow protectors after some time
Yes, not as frequently as the membranes but occasionally yes!
I am having trouble with the lids coming unscrewed while pumping. I have the pink Spectra. Not sure why it's happening...
What are the lids your talking about?
The parts that screw onto the wide mouth bottles while you pump. I guess they're called the shield.
Hmm.. that shouldn’t be happening. I would try a different/new bottles or try a new/different shield. Something just isn’t lining up quite right sounds like! It should stay tight no problem.
Okay thanks for the help. I love your videos!
I heard you say you were in the military. Did tricare cover the spectra 1s?
Totally! There’s a video on the channel on how to get a free breast pump through either Aeroflow or Baby Pavilion. Both work great with TRICARE and will cover Spectra pumps 👍🏼
@@NewLittleLife Thank you!
What if it doesn't make you have a letdown?
Ericka Prater try to turn down suction, make sure you are comfortable and relaxed, imagine your baby, smell your baby’s blanket, looks at pictures of baby. The hormone oxytocin responsible for milk let down is released when you are relaxed and bonding with baby.
Hi! I got mine through tricare also, if the flanges are too big that came with the pump, do you know if they cover getting a smaller size?
Yes just email or call the company you got the pump from and they should send you a better size no problem.
Do we wash the tubing ever?
Nope! Especially not on a closed system pump like this. It doesn’t come in contact with the milk so there’s no need, and any extra water droplets on the tubing will damage the motor.
How to know the manufacturing date of spectra s2?
at the back with the serial numbers
First time mommy to be here! May be a silly question, but are there bags that you can get with the spectra to store/freeze breast milk?
You can use any bags you like! Lots availabe on Amazon :) I have an IGTV on Instagram talking about different bags and what to look for if that’s helpful for you!
Www.Instagram.Com/newlittlelifebyallison
@@NewLittleLife awesome! Thanks so much!
How do i figure out what suction/cycle works for me??? What is the best way to test them out?? Help! I'm really struggling..
It’s a lot of experimentation! The stimulation mode is set so just find the maximum comfortable suction. In stimulation mode, start the cycles in the middle and just up or down to see what works best. No pressure there, they’ll all likely work fine! Use the highest suction that is COMFORTABLE, not the highest you can tolerate. See what gives you the best milk flow in the shortest time! Good luck 💙
What’s the right way to detach it ?
From the breast or the taking all the parts apart for washing?
@@NewLittleLife hayyy. From we hen you’re done pumping. Cleaning it.
You can take it apart any way you’d like! Wash with warm, soapy water
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So we don't have to sterilize? That's good to know!
Brianna Becker just once per day, not after every use :)
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This video is SOOOOO helpful. Thank you!