sarahmac - Thu Jul 19, 2007 11:42 am
I am visiting from the January DDC board. My DH and I are going to start registering this weekend. I plan on breastfeeding. Just wondering if anyone could give me advice on what I need to...
View Articleirishnavylady - Thu Jul 19, 2007 11:54 am
I use Avent brand pump and bottles and love it. Other things you may want would be nursing pads or nursing tops. Another great thing for nursind would be whats called a boppy pillow. It is a...
View ArticleCaseyB - Thu Jul 19, 2007 12:40 pm
How often do you plan to pump? Occasionally? Daily? When you return to work? Depending on your answer to that question, I would recommend different pumps. Other than that, I would...
View ArticleArt Teacher - Thu Jul 19, 2007 12:40 pm
I love my Medela Pump in Style. Don't register for too many bottles. Your baby might have to try several before he finds one he likes. I use Playtex Drop-ins.
View ArticleLoriN_Jules'_Mommy - Thu Jul 19, 2007 2:28 pm
I agree with Casey! It really depends on your situation. If you will only be pumping occasionally ~ the Avent Isis is very popular on this board. If you will be pumping daily (going back to work)...
View Articlembj5 - Thu Jul 19, 2007 3:30 pm
OK, I love my boppy and I would definitely recommend one (plus a spare cover), but I would not have made it those first few weeks without the My Brest Friend pillow. So, add that to your list. I...
View Articlembj5 - Thu Jul 19, 2007 3:33 pm
One last thing--BRU and Target don't carry them, but get yourself a sling. My favorite is the ring sling, but there are all types. If you plan to NIP, which I do a lot of, it really helps!
View Articlekellydd00 - Thu Jul 19, 2007 6:19 pm
Register for a boppy or other nursing pillow and TAKE IT TO THE HOSPITAL WITH YOU! This helped me so much. Danae was so tiny and it helped me to get her close enough to me and still have hands to...
View Articlesarahmac - Thu Jul 19, 2007 6:42 pm
In response to questions above: I plan on breastfeeding for as long as I can. I will be with the baby for the first 6 weeks and will have to pump after that. Thanks for any info! I have...
View ArticleDoLifeWell - Wed Jul 25, 2007 6:59 am
I really like the Medela products. I love my PIS and the washable nursing pads are fabulous! I had a bit of a challenge with the disposable ones by Lanisoh, as they seemed to trap moisture next to...
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