Ameda Breast Pumps are comfortable and have adjustable
suction and speed. It is easy to switch between single and
dual pumping, and if you're going for the latter, we strongly
recommend getting a hands free pumping bra, as it's a bit
much to juggle both bottles and the dials, particularly
if you are also trying to keep an eye on your baby. Mothers
say they get plenty of milk with the Ameda Breast Pump.
The noise: It's not too noisy at home but one might be
more aware of the noise if pumping at work. It makes a slight
beeping noise with each pump in addition to the motor noise.
Putting a pillow over it to muffle the sound will work if
the baby is next to you or on the verge of sleeping.
Cleaning: Fill a bowl with hot soapy water and put the
pieces in while you do the dishes or anything else, and
that's it. The white valves can be easily torn, but we haven't
had any problems with that. The pump comes with 6 spare
valves and after 2 months of pumping we are still only on
the first set.
Portability: This version doesn't come with a bag, which
you may not need. It is very small and light, so if you
do need to carry it around you shouldn't have any problem.
If pumping away from home, spend the extra money and get
one of the bags that is made to fit the pump and all the
other pieces.
Storage: We've used the Playtex One Step storage system
to store the breastmilk, and I've been quite happy with
that. It's no problem to use them together, the adapter
fits perfectly.
The Ameda Breast Pump is great, and plan to stick with
it if you plan for more children. The only advice we have
to others shopping around for a pump, would be to consider
other brands. We only considered Ameda and Medela, because
that's what hospitals recommend.
