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Breast Pumps
- Best manual breast pump Medela Harmony *Est. $35
- Best single electric breast pump Medela Swing *Est. $120
- Budget double electric pump Ameda Purely Yours *Est. $150
- Best double electric pump Medela Pump In Style Advanced *Est. $280
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Best manual breast pump
- Inexpensive
- Easy to use
- Fits most standard bottles
- Requires manual effort
- Only expresses one side at a time
Reviewers say manual pumps are the most cost-effective and easy-to-use choice for moms who pump infrequently or want to relieve engorgement. The Avent Isis (*Est. $50) and Medela Harmony are both well reviewed, but the Medela receives slightly better ratings from moms and (unlike the Isis) can be used with most standard baby bottles. Although it only expresses one side at a time and lacks the automatic expression of electric pumps, most moms find the Medela Harmony comfortable and efficient enough for occasional use. This pump comes with a breast flange, let-down cushion, squeeze handle and accessories.
We found the most reliable reviews of the Medela Harmony breast pump in the book "Baby Bargains," and from owners of this pump posting their comments on Amazon.com. This model is also recommended by About.com's guide to babies and toddlers.
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Our Sources
1. Baby BargainsDetails/Subscribe
The book "Baby Bargains" reviews a wide range of baby products, including breast pumps by Medela and Ameda. The authors do a good job of explaining the various types of pumps and their features, and provide ratings upon their own observations, manufacturer reputations and parent feedback.
Review: Feeding: The Best Breast Pumps, Eighth Edition, 2009, Denise and Alan Fields
2. Amazon.com
More than 100 users comment here on the Medela Harmony, giving this breast pump very high average ratings. While the overwhelming majority of moms rave about this pump, a small but consistent percentage found that it lost suction over time.
Review: Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump, Contributors to Amazon.com
3. About.com
Stephanie Brown, About.com's guide to babies and toddlers, lists four manual breast pumps, including the Medela Harmony. She includes some comments on comfort and ease of use, but it's hard to tell if the pumps were tested personally. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)
Review: Manual Breast Pumps, Stephanie Brown
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