A pump is a huge investment when you are nursing. I honestly do not think every nursing mother needs one, but if you are one of those moms that does happen to need one, you need one that is going to hold up, be easy to use and get the job done!
The Freestyle is Medela’s first ever hands-free, double-electric pump! It allows you to pump anywhere with out the need of an outlet! The hands-free kit and mobility accessories give you freedom to relax or do other things while pumping! I am one of those people who needs to be doing something while pumping, half the time when I pump, to let down I need to nurse Emmitt on the other side so it really helps me to have hands free!
The Freestyle features the original 2-Phase Expression technology – only found in Medela breastpumps. Through research, Medela learned that there are two distinct phases of how babies breastfeed. The Stimulation Phase – when babies first go to breast, they suck fast and light to stimulate milk flow. The Expression Phase – after milk flow or “let-down” starts, babies breastfeed with a slower, deeper suck, bringing out more milk faster.
Included with the Medela Freestyle Breastpump is:
– Freestyle pump
– Black microfiber tote bag
– Lithium ion battery
– AC adaptor/charger
– Insulated cooler bag and ice pack
– 5 oz/150 mL BPA-free breastmilk bottles and lids
– Double pumping kit
– Medium (24 mm) PersonalFit™ breastshields
– Large (27 mm) PersonalFit breastshields
– Freestyle breastshield connector bodies
– Set of tubing
– Membranes
– Hands-free accessory kit
-Instructions for use
-Breastfeeding Information Guide
With all the above you literally have everything you need to open the box, set up and start pumping!
Features of the pump include:
-Double, electric pump: This feature is especially great if you pump several times a day.
-Compact pump weighs less than one pound: It fits in the palm of my hand, so it is easy to carry around while pumping.
-Hands-free: With the hands-free attachment I can help my other kids (or browse Facebook) while pumping!
-Rechargeable battery: This allows me to pump anywhere, anytime- it holds up to 3 hours on a single charge.
-Two sets of PersonalFit breastshield size: For added comfort while pumping.
-Microfiber tote: Holds all the pumping essentials, and looks super fashionable!
-Adjustable speed/vacuum combinations: Allows me to find the setting that is most comfortable for me!
-One touch let-down button: This helps produce more milk in less- which is always good!
-Digital backlit display: Perfect nightlight for late night feedings!
-Pumping timer: Provides pump status and tracks pump sessions
-Memory button: Records pump sessions so you can easily return to your favorite pumping pattern.
-Cooler bag with contoured ice pack: Holds 4 breastmilk bottles, and ice pack provides up to 12 hours of cooling time.
-All parts that come into contact with breastmilk are BPA-free: So the pump is super safe!
My very favorite feature of this pump of course is the hands free ability. I can hold Emmitt and nurse, like I said above and so much more. Granted my family laughs at me but I cook dinner, help with homework and load the dishwasher all while the Medela Freestyle Breastpump does it’s duty! The pump gets clipped to my nursing bra and the unit onto my belt and I am good to go!!
I also love the memory feature! I have a hard time letting down so once I found a pumping routine that worked for me the Medela Freestyle Breastpump let me save it!
There really is not anything else I can think to add to this pump to make it better. If you are looking for a pump that is a workhorse and will make pumping easier than the Medela Freestyle Breastpump is for you!
Buy It: You can purchase the Medela Freestyle Breastpump on Amazon
Sounds like a great product!