Breast Pump Review: Ameda | Spectra | Medela | Evenflo | Best and Worst | Lauren Whitney
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ม.ค. 2022
- Hey Ya'll!!
I pray that every mom or expecting mom that can benefit from this review, will see it. It is so challenging finding your footing into motherhood. You are not alone, mama.
Here is a review of every breast pump that I have tried. I hope this helps when choosing the right pump for you.
#Breastpumps #Breastfeeding #Pumping
28 weeks with my first. Found out today that my maternity pay is going to be so much less than we hoped and felt my spirits be crushed. I’d been looking through Aeroflow and trying to find the best pump possible because that’s the only way we will be able to get one. I’ve watched tons of videos today and “accidentally” clicked on your video. When I read the caption to this video and listened to how you talk about it all it really encouraged me after this rough day. I think God let me click on this video to cheer me up. Thank you!
This makes me so happy! I hate, and very much know what it's like, to get a curve ball like that, right before and/or after giving birth. I was so sad when I realized I spent my insurance stipend on a pump that was not serving me well. And I was in no position to pay out of pocket for another one, with my fingers crossed. That was the main impetus for me making this video. I'm so glad it found it's way to you. Good luck with everything. ❤
@@Lauren_Whitney thank you so much! ♥️
Omggg !! THIS is the video I was looking for!!. All the information I needed without feeling like an influencer was influencing me to buy a pump 😵💫. I’ve been so stressed on this and car seats. I’m 2 days shy of 36 weeks and I have yet to make a decision on which pump to get. After this.. I’m getting the spectra 2 and the last one you mentioned. … thank you!!
I am so glad this could help. Yes, I was in the same head space when researching pump reviews. I kept finding content sponsored by luxury pump companies. It was so frustrating. All of that motivated me to film this video. Congratulations on your little one. I hope you both have a beautiful bonding experience. 💐💕
18 weeks with #2 and this is exactly what I needed. Thank you so much!
I'm so glad this helped, mama. I hope pregnancy is treating you well this go round. Congratulations on your new addition. 🥰
I know others have mentioned this before, but I appreciate how honest and straightforward you were with these reviews. I'm lucky that my insurance covers a wide variety of pumps, but that's only made the decision harder haha. This helped me SO much in narrowing it down, thank you!
Thank YOU for sharing this!! I never get tired of hearing from ppl who were helped by this video. Congratulations on your new addition. I hope your breastfeeding journey is smooth for you and baby. ❤️
Of all the pump review videos that I have watched this was the most helpful and filled with useful information. Thank you!
Yay!!! That makes me so happy!!! 🤗 I feel you, girlfriend. I found a lot of good information, but not quite all that I needed, while doing my research. I definitely tried to fill in the gaps with this one. Thank you! 💕💕💕
My baby is due in less than 3 weeks and I had been searching all day for a video that talks about different pumps that my insurance covers and I finally found that in yours!! Thank you so much! 💓
You are so welcome!! I'm glad this was helpful! 💗
THANK YOU for this. I'm so overwhelmed!!!!
You're welcome, girlfriend! I know the feeling. So glad I could help. 🥰❤️
You are amazing!!! Thank you so much for giving your review on these because it is so overwhelming looking at them and your opinions really helped me! 😊
I know the feeling. That's exactly how it was for me, when I was shopping. Thanks so much for your feedback. I'm really glad this helped you! And congratulations! 😘
Thank you for blessing us with this video Mama, exactly what I needed!
That's great!! Congratulations, and good luck with breastfeeding. 🥰❤️
Thank you for this video!! Literally been looking for a review of multiple pumps and couldn’t find much out there from real moms that were just pushing one pump. Such good advice!
That was definitely the goal for this video. I had the same problem, girlfriend. So glad I could help. 🤗💕
P.s. My oldest daughter's first name is Devin. 🥰
I used that same Medela pump my first time around 7 yrs ago and liked it. This is such a helpful review for brands that are newer or more updated models, as I research all over again.
I'm so glad this is helpful for you!! 🤗💕
Thank you I need to order my pump ASAP and this comparison was incredibly helpful!!
I'm so glad I could help!! I tried to give you guys all the info. I couldn't find when I was searching. 😊
Thank you so much for this review! So in-depth and helpful!❤
You are very welcome!! I'm so glad to see its still helping. Thank you for your feed back. 🤗
Thank you soooo much!! I’m due in 2 days and I am JUST getting around to ordering one from my insurance so I’m in panic mode trying to make the right decision. This was extremely helpful.
Congratulations, Mama!! I'm so glad this video helped. Many blessings to you on your journey!!! 💕🤎💕🤎
Thank you so much for this video. It was super helpful in figuring out what I need and want.
I'm so glad I could help! Thank you for watching!! 🤗
Thank you so much. I also thought the pumps were created equally. I’m 9 months in and it’s been a STRUGGLE. But I just decided I’m in for the long haul and need a good pump to make this as easy and enjoyable as possible.
Thank you so much for watching. Sorry for that late response. I hope you were able to find the right pump for you and that your BF journey got a little easier. ❤
Thank you. Your review def helped me narrow my decision.
Thank YOU for watching!! 🤗 I'm so glad this was helpful.
Thank you! This video was easy to follow, honest, and straightforward. New sub here!
I'm SO pleased this was helpful. Thank you so much for subscribing. ❤️
Thank you so much! I was heavily considering a Spectra pump and I think I’ll look more closely into the Ameda Mya line before making a decision. Super helpful.
Wonderful!! You can't go wrong with either but I think you will love the Ameda, mya. 🥰
thank you so much for this review!! this helped me so much!!
You are very welcome! I am so glad. 😊
I was to choose based on color !!! great video, thanks.
Lol we just want to feel cute while feeding the babes. 😄 Thank you!! ❤
This is so great! Thank you for making this. It’s so hard to know which ones actually WORK well and do the job lol every video is sponsored so it’s hard to know who is really being honest. Much appreciated ❤️
OMG, the sponsorships used to kill me. I mean don't get me wrong, I get it, but a elvie sponsorship is just not going to help me, girlfriend. 😄 I'm so glad this was helpful. Good luck with your journey! 💕
This was so helpful! Thank you for sharing!!
You are so welcome! I'm glad I could help.
I've tried Motif Luna and S2. I love them both, they are SO similar
I always wondered about the Motif Luna. Thank you for sharing that info! 🤗
Super helpful! Thank you so much!
You're so welcome! And congratulations! 💕💕💕
Im 22 weeks and I decided on the Medela since I know I'll need to be able to pump at work once I return! The other pumps my insurance approved were plug in. I also feel so lucky and blessed that my insurance approved me for not only the pump but a bunch of accessories/tote bag. Thank you for such a detailed and honest review- its been commented but its so refreshing to not be advertised too when getting information.
You are so welcome and I'm super excited for you. So glad you found a pump that will fit into your lifestyle. AND that the cost was covered. Wins all around. Congratulations!! 🎊🎉
The Mya did not work for me but I love the S1. It just shows how our bodies are all different and perfect too. My advice to anyone out there shopping for a pump, buy the right pump. Don’t get something because it comes with a bag or bottles. You can put your pump in any bag. You can use a different cooler. But the pump itself, that’s the expensive part. No one knows what works for them until they actually try something. Good luck. It’s hard but worth it.
Yes, so true. Everyone's body, breastfeeding/pumping journey is very different. Thanks for your feedback, mama. 🤗🤎
This was very helpful. Thank you! 🙌🏼
I'm so glad! ☺️ Thank you for watching, Taylor. ❤️
Watched this while pumping with the pump I very much dislike LOL. Definitely going to purchase the ameda TODAY!
Do it girl!! 🤗 I hope you love it as much as I do. 💕
Thank you for this I appreciate the way you explained everything as a ftm wanting to pump/bf theirs so much misleading info out there.
There really is. I tried to use my experience to fill in those gaps. I'm so glad this video was helpful. Thanks for your feed back, and congratulations! 💕
Very informative!! Thank you!
You are so welcome. Thank you for watching and for your feedback. ❤️
New mom in 2023 here thank you so much for the advice!!!!
Absolutely!! I'm so happy this helps. Congratulations!! 🎉🎉🎉😊
Thank you for this video!! Super thankful
You are so welcome!! Thank you for watch. Glad I could help. 🤗
This was VERY helpful thank you!
I'm so glad. Thanks for watching! 😉
Thank-you SO much 🙏🏻 this video was perfect, and has helped me so much. X
I'm so happy it helped you, Lucy!! Thank you for watching!! And congratulations! 💐✨️💓
Thank you, I’m looking through TH-cam videos to see what pump to get through my insurance. Ur review of the spectra is like some of the others I’ve seen, good reviews; now gotta check into Ameda. Thank you! 💕
You are very welcome! Thank you for watching. I hope breastfeeding is smooth for you and baby. 🥰
Thank you mama! Very informative
You are so welcome!! 😉💕
Thank you for these gems!!!! Let me go pump shopping
Yes, do that!! I'm so glad these tips were helpful. 🥰
This was so helpful! Everything else I saw was a review of one or two pumps so it felt like I had to choose one, then start comparing against that one for all the others and it was so confusing! First time mom due in December and I'm planning for the worst (i.e. not a great supplier) so this was super helpful!!
Emily, omg, that's exactly how I ended up with 4 pumps! 🤯 I'm so glad my video is helping you avoid that. I had a December baby toooo! 🤗 Congratulations! And good luck on your breastfeeding/new mom journey. You got this. 🎉
I'm a first-time mom due this December, too! Came here for the exact same reason-no one seems to compare a range of pumps, just "this or that"
Great video, I’m finally ready to purchase through insurance 🎉
That's wonderful!! Thank you for watching!! 💕❤️💕
Thank you for this!!!! ❤
Absolutely!! Thank you for watching.
It's been 2 years since I had my youngest of 3. I bought the motif Luna and ameda mya outta pocket with Medela part adaptors (I used the symphony with baby #2 thanks to WIC as nc pregnancy Medicaid didn't cover pumps till very recently). The mya was pretty good for when I needed to move around with a pumping bra. I was an exclusive pumper with all 3 babies. If you can, get a hold of a Medela symphony, but it's not necessary to having a good supply or experience, bc it feels a lot gentler but seems better at stimulating and extracting. You'll still have to manually express to get it all out, particularly the fat at the end. But yeah, I also liked the Luna as my primary but I had the wired one, not wireless (absolutely essential if you have small children to care for, you'll be constantly disconnecting, and who wants to drop everything to pump for 15 minutes minimum? Luna and Mya are similar to Spectra's feel, I wouldn't be surprised if they're practically the same. I just wish the simulation mode could be a lot stronger. I spent most of my time in simulation mode cranked up with the symphony.
I had the Evenflo advanced double with my first in 2016. PLEASE DON'T. maybe my parts didn't fit well, I was a 19-21mm flange when I was regulated with my third. I was incredibly frustrated that I stocked up on 21mm flanges only to realize I needed a size down.
The OG Medela PISA, can't go wrong with that other than it can get gross. I lusted for freestyle flex like no one's business when I was pregnant in 2020. I heard it wasn't a good primary pump for EP'ers and I'm not spending over $300 on a pump that can't pull her weight.
It's really hard to pick a pump, I wish you could go try them out in store with your own parts... However even the best institutional grade pumps won't completely empty you, make sure to hand express till you're on E Again.
Wow thank you so much for posting all of the details of your experience. I hope other viewers read the comments and find this information. Very valuable. 💕
I have a spectra 2 but trying to see if I want to use a different one for this pregnancy. Thank you, so helpful! ❤️
I am so glad this video helped. Yes, definitely pair the Ameda mya with your spectra. You will love how convenient it is to move around. And congratulations!! 💜😉
Super helpful I’m only 6 weeks pregnant but there are sooooo many options for everything lol I figured I’d start now. Great video
Thank you, Jasmyn!! I'm so glad this could help you!! 🤗💕
Smart I’m 20 weeks and just learning this
@@itsicy673 I glad this information could help. Congratulations! ❤️
I’m 5wks and I’m trying to learn because I didn’t do it with my other 2 but I wanna do it with this one …..anybody find out information about keeping good flow ?
Girl, you’re smart because I feel overwhelmed researching at 28 weeks 😩
The video I needed.
Wonderful!! I'm so glad you can use this information! 🩷🩵
Thank you sooooo much!!!!!!
Of course!! Thank you for watching! 🤗💕
Thank you so much for this video! My insurance covers the Spectra S2 and also the Ameda mya joy plus the deluxe tote. Unsure which one to go with 🙁
I would probably go with the Ameda Mya Joy. The S2 is also portable but way bigger. Both have pretty comparable suction.
Thank you!!!! I needed this I’m 27 weeks and feel like I’m cramming for a test LMAO
That's exactly what it feels like. 😂 Thanks for watching. And good luck on your journey!! 🤗💕
Just ordered my ameda through insurance thank you so much I’m 28 weeks and still scrambling haven’t even made a registry yet 😭😭😭😭 this is my second pregnancy but I’m still so lost in the sauce I have the spectra and have to find all of my parts so I can use that one as well
You sound like me, honey. Pregnancy #2, I was just going through the motions. Now that I think about it, that actually translated right into parenting my toddlers. 😄 But I'm glad you have 2 amazing pumps, that will give you a smooth breastfeeding journey, this go round. Try checking Amazon for pump parts. Also, if you got your pump through aeroflow, they will contact you every 3 months to send you replacement parts for free. I used to interchange which pump I would order parts for. They don't keep track or care. There is a place for you to enter pump info. each time. 😉
I was doing some research and the spectra S1 was the best one and that it's a better hospital grade
I don't doubt those stats at all based on my experience with the S2.
Thank you. This was helpful. Im 16 weeks pregnant now and will be breastfeeding and I want to buy 1 good pump to last me.
Yay!!! It just fills my cup to know this video is helpful. Congratulations on your sweet baby, and best of luck with breastfeeding. ❤️🥰🍼
Hey, great video. Did you feel that the Ameda had as good of suction as the spectra? Used the spectra with my first but want something a little more portable but had great milk supply with spectra so scared to rock the boat.
Yes, Ameda's suction was just as good as spectra, in my opinion. Spectra does have more of a Lux feel, if that makes sense. Ameda isn't as quiet and the pull isn't a gentle pulsation, like spectra, but definitely just as effective. My Ameda was my most used pump.
Very helpful! I’m 29 weeks now and I’m like all I know is Medela. What else is out there ? I wanted to research further before getting it thorough the insurance. I was looking at spectra and read a lot of good things and now with your video I think I know my choice 🥰
That's wonderful!!! You are going to love your spectra, girl. 🍼🍼🍼 And congratulations! 🥰❤️
So helpful
Wonderful!!! So glad I could help. Congrats!! 🥰💕
28 weeks & so excited for this journey. 💞 Thanks for your thorough input! I have been gifted two pre-loved pumps, the spectra s2 & ameda mya joy. So grateful to hear they were your favorites!
On another note, I am already producing colostrum & was thinking about collecting once I’m further along & it’s safe to do so. Do you have any thoughts or tips on that process? 🥛
Wow!! You are already off to an amazing start with the perfect pump set up. I would ask my OB about the colostrum collection. I didn't produce that early, so I don't know how to handle it. BUT I have heard of ppl collecting and creating a stash. You just want to make sure pumping won't cause premature contractions or be harmful to baby.
Congratulations!! I'm so glad this was helpful. ✨️
Hello, this video was so helpful! On the Mya you mention that it uses the same pump parts as the spectra. Are the parts from the spectra compatible to use with the Mya?
Hi! Yes, the parts are interchangeable. So glad this video helped. 🤗
Thank you for this , I'm comparing pumps now because my insurance pays for it.
You're welcome! Thank you for watching. I hope it helps you make a decision. Insurance coverage is such a gem. 💎
Great video
Thank you so much! 💕
what is the name of the first song of the video ?
My insurance covers the spectra s2 but not the s1 & im so upset😭 I love how the s1 is portable. I already have the Momcozy but I want a primary pump that’s still powerful, should I still go for the s2?
I actually recommend getting the s2 as your primary and then spending out of pocket for a portable that's smaller. Even though the s1 is portable, that's a huge pump to carry around, so not a total loss to get the stationary version.
Do you have any thoughts on the Motif Luna? I’m debating this or the Spectra S2… 😖
I actually don't have any experience with the motif luna, but a friend of mine used it and loved hers. 💗
Between the ameda and the spectra s1 which would you say offered better accessibility to parts and bottles etc
Actually, they both use the same parts. If you order through insurance you will get free parts shipped to you every couple of months (an alert is sent to your email). If you are paying out if pocket both pumps have universal parts that can be purchased on Amazon. They have several vendors that make compatible parts. I personally used maymom, when paying out if pocket. You can get flanges, duckbills, tubing the whole set up for roughly $30. OR if you don't need everything you can scale your order back to your specific needs for even less. ❣️
Out of curiosity did you get the ameda mya joy or pro? It sounds like the joy but I wanted to make sure
Mine just says Ameda Mya. It doesn't have pro or joy on it. But I also got mine back in 2019. Maybe the other variations came out after mine. It doesn't seem like you can go wrong with the , pro, though. Hope this helps.
This eroflow website only offering the zomee pump n im not sure cuz I’ve bin watching the madela flex cuz it seem less parts less complications.
I'm not familiar with Zomee. It could be a perfectly good one, but Medela has been around for a min. I would go with a household name.
I’m between the spectra or the last one! Please give me a hint on which one to get lol
I would definitely go with the Ameda Mya. That pump has been my ride or die. Portability, power and convenience for sure. 🥰
question, my insurance charge $80 for spectra sp1 and free for Ameda Joy Plus. I have a friend who is giving me her sp1 but I am debating on which of these 2 I get, do you have any suggestion?
If you have the option to get both (sp1 through your friend and Ameda Joy with insurance), I would do that. If you're choosing between 1 or the other, I would definitely go with the portable option. (Ameda). I haven't used the Joy, but Ameda is a great pump brand. I wouldn't pay out of pocket for spectra 1, simply because it's stationary. The convenience of portability is more important to me. And Ameda still packs the power. I got long winded. Hope this helps. ❤️
8 weeks with my first tomorrow she will be 2 months i am breastfeeding but got a free pump thru insurance and ine wasa gift. Ive tried it pumping was not going as well as breastfeeding. My baby is cluster feeding and my mom was supplementing because she thought she wasnt getting enough
Congratulations, Mama!! Girl, I've totally been there. And supplementing is perfectly fine. I continued latching my kids through the cluster feeding phases to encourage my milk production and fill in the gaps with formula. My babies couldn't have been happier. 💕✨️
So you are able to use the spectra accessories with the mya?
Yes!! That's the best parts of having both. 🤗
@@Lauren_Whitney how do I go about connecting it ? Lol I just can’t get it
I had the motif Luna and after a month it’s not working 😭😞 the cheapest one at the store is over 200$ which would you recommend buying since I’ll need it out of pocket 😢 which one do you think would work???
I was in the same exact position with the evenflo. I purchased my Ameda Mya out of pocket, and it ended up being my most used breast pump out of 4. It was about $150. Hope this helps. ❤️
My last pregnancy I used the BellaBaby one from Amazon. Will run about $50 and for the price it worked great for me.
Do you think the ameda mya is suitable for spmeone truing to establish supply?
I do! Ameda was great for me. I actually purchased mine when my supply plummeted.
Medela has a battery pack option
Really?? I had no idea. Thank you for sharing.
If you had to choose between the Spectra S1 Plus and S2, which would you go for? X
Also with Dual S and Dual Compact too,,,
I apologize for the late response, but I would go with the S1 (portable) if it's your only/primary pump.
@@Lauren_Whitney thank you so much :)
5:04 actual review
As a first time buyer, would you recommend the Ameda? Is it powerful enough?
Yes, the Ameda Mya is very powerful. Gets the job done comfortably and the mobility is so convenient. I used it when feeding both my girls.
@@Lauren_Whitney Thank you so much for your response.
@@davoncci you're welcome!
Hey! would you recommend the Ameda Mya or Ameda Mya joy?
@@melissawallace30 I would have to say the Mya, just because I don't have any experience with the Joy.
I am a over supplier of breast milk what pump will be best for me?
I would say the ameda mya. You would benefit from something you can keep on hand at all times so you can relieve your boobs easily.
Are these bpa-free?
I apologize for the late response, but yes. Definitely bpa free. All of the bottles AND the pump parts.
@@Lauren_Whitney thank u!