Review: Medela Freestyle Breastpump

For the past 25 years Medela has been one of the leaders and supporters of Breastfeeding moms. Medela’s devotion to developing products that excel both in quality and design have made them a company that Moms know and trust. With a wide range of products Medela has something for everyone from the mom who is working full time, to the mom who just needs to pump for the occasional time away from her baby.

There are a lot of great benefits to breastfeeding including the money that you can save. Medela products are known for their quality and dependability as well as the wide range of options their products provide. There is a style and model to fit every moms needs.

The Freestyle, Pump in Style, and Swing Breastpumps are three of the daily use pumps that Medela provides.

The Swing Breast pump is a mobile pump with 2 phase expression. This is a single pump designed to be the smallest and lightest pump that Medela offers.

The Pump In Style is designed for moms who pump several times a day. This is a portable and convenient way to express milk, and this style also includes Medela’s signature two phase expression system.

The Freestyle Breastpump is the first hands-free double electric pump by Medela. This allows you to use the exclusive two phase technology while maintaining the use of your hands. It’s the best in mobility, freedom and flexibility and perfect for moms who pump frequently.

My Experience:

Knowing that we were expecting a little girl, Medela was kind enough to send me a Freestyle Pump so that I could share with you my personal thoughts on this product.

Two Phase Expressionis a term that Medela uses a lot. I really think you have to have tried another pump and experienced this technology to fully appreciate the difference it makes.

Two Phase Expression is an exclusive feature of Medela pumps that is a close similation to the sucking of a newborn. Phase 1 is the stimulation phase that simulates fast and light sucking of a baby in the beginning and Phase 2 is a timed change over to the stronger and slower phase that delivers the most efficient milk production.

With my first baby I used a hand pump that was no where near as efficient as the Freestyle. I am amazed at how quickly and easily the milk is expressed. The expression phase automatically changes after 2 minutes, but you can also adjust the settings, or manually control the change to Phase 2. I also love that you can program in your own settings with the memory button!

Another great feature of the Freestyle Pump is the Hands-Free adapter. You can use the Hands Free set to pump while still maintaining the freedom to work on your computer, read a book, or talk on the phone. I have to admit I was a little intimidated by the look of the adapter, I wasn’t sure exactly how it would work just from looking at it, but after reading the detailed instructions it was a breeze to use.

I really think Medela has done a great job implementing all of the things that moms want most in a breast-pump. If you are planning to pump frequently then you will want to consider the freestyle since it’s Medelas only Hands-free system.

The Freedom that a Breast pump can provide might just be my favorite feature. As a nursing mom I love the convenience of breastfeeding, but there are still times that I need to be away from my baby, and having a good pump allows me the freedom I need on a daily basis.

I love being able to leave my baby with my mother when I need to knowing that I can take my pump with me and pump just about anywhere. The Freestyle pump is rechargeable so I can charge it at home and I don’t have to be attached to or find for that matter an outlet when I am ready to pump.

Accessories, Storage and Collectioncontainers are one of the ways Medela products set themselves apart. Originally I thought I would use generic storage devices or containers, until I realized that the Medela products are all designed to work together. I can take the storage containers and attach them directly to my pump so that I don’t have to transfer the milk once it’s pumped. I can also pump directly into the Medela bottles for feeding, or my favorite feature, I can pump directly into the freezer storage bags!

To Buy….

The Medela Freestyle pump is something you should look at as an investment. This is a product that you can invest in with your first child and expect it to last through multiple children. You also have to think about the time you are saving and the freedom you gain. To me, the freedom to provide for my sweet little girl, while still accomplishing the things that I need to in a day is a worth a little extra. I also realize the cost is minimal combined with the savings of breastfeeding.

Or Not to Buy….

I think the biggest hindrance is probably the cost of the products, but again Medela offers a wide range of products that are perfect for just about every one’s needs and budget so make sure you select a product that fits your lifestyle. If you need help selecting a product Medela has a great product selector on their website that will help you choose the right pump.

Where to Purchase:

You can purchase Medela products from Authorized Retailers or Medela Certified Nursing Centers. Also, I’ve found a few of the replacement parts and storage containers on sites such as Amazon.com for a great price.

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