Medela Manual breast pump with Flex Shields Harmony Single Hand for More Comfort and Expressing More Milk

WOW! I don't think I've ever written a review on Amazon, but this pump is worth it. As a brand new mom, my baby went in for his 1 week check up, and our pediatrician told us she wanted us to start using formula in addition to breast feeding to boost his weight gain. She said I could pump, but that was a lot of work.Of course I wanted my baby to have my breast milk vs. formula, so I began using my far more expensive, electric pump. It was disheartening to see how little I was producing, and after 30 minutes of the electric pump, I wasn't completely empty, but was also only producing little droplets.My fiancé said he saw somewhere that manual pumps have been getting great reviews lately, so I decided to order this one on a whim. I was so beyond impressed the first time I used it, I was laughing with joy. You can literally see your milk jet-streaming (idk how else to describe it) out of your boobs, and this pump completely emptied me in under 10-15 minutes. I got 2 ounces the first try, compared to the 0.5 ounce I usually get with the electric pump.Another pro is that you can take this pump anywhere. It's small, easy to assemble, has only a few parts to put together vs. a machine/battery pack, and is so much quicker. I couldn't imagine being out and having to be attached to a machine for 30+ minutes. The convenience alone makes this product such a win.If you're an under-producer, or you're thinking about giving up on your breast feeding/pumping journey because your baby isn't getting enough - try this pump first!

I absolutely love this Medela hand pump! It’s so easy to use and surprisingly efficient, even when I need to pump quickly. The compact size makes it perfect for travel or keeping in the diaper bag for emergencies. The handle is comfortable, and the suction is great—getting a good amount of milk in a short amount of time. Plus, it’s super easy to clean. Highly recommend this hand pump for any mom on the go!

I love this pump! It is so effective. I bought it to go in a small weekend trip and it fits perfect in my diaper bag and was a very effective pump. Easy to put together and easy to wash. lOVE IT.

This hand breast pump has been such a lifesaver! It’s incredibly easy to set up and use, making it perfect for those moments when I need a quick and hassle-free pumping option. The compact design makes it super convenient to toss in my diaper bag or keep on hand for travel, work, or just as a backup at home.Despite being manual, it has great suction and is comfortable to use. It’s a great option when I don’t want to deal with setting up an electric pump or need something quiet and efficient. The simple design also makes it easy to clean and reassemble, which is a huge plus for busy moms.If you’re looking for a reliable, portable, and easy-to-use breast pump, this one is a fantastic choice. It’s such a great go-to option for on-the-go or quick pumping sessions!

I have owned about 6 of these over the last 4 yearsBetween my two children. I mostly pumped because let’s face it, breastfeeding is really hard. Unfortunately I experienced a lot of painful clogged ducts. I used the spectra mostly and willow at work. But when I needed a quick powerful pump that would suck every drop out and blast a clogged duct, I went for he medela harmony pump. At first the set up and parts are confusing but once you don’t 3/4 times it’s easy and second nature.Best uses -* in the hospital if a hospital pumping available* if you need to pump and do not have the spade, time or electricity to do a machine pump* if you have a clogged ductTroubleshooting that helped me-* always check the yellow piece that goes in the clear rubber stopper inserted into the handle. If the little stem coming off of it doesn’t have a tiny tiny white silicone ring around it, then the pump will not have effective suction.* Get a back up pack of the silicone rings and the white valve flaps Bc they go missing either down the drain or in the sterilizer.* use the little holder stand for the assembled pump bc it is too heavy and fall over and spill your milkThen you will cry. And the only spilled milk you can cry over, is breastmilk* when you start pumping use the small front part of the handle to do fast strong suction motions for stimulation. Once the milk comes in switch to the longer part of the handle and so slow long pumps. If you have a clogged duct do the long slow pumps while using your knuckles to massage the duct.* do not put the medela bottle in a bottle warmer. My melted and mutated. And ruined 4 oz of breastmilk. Transfer it into another bottle that you know is okay in the warmer.* the newer flanges that are more flexible with the white outer rim can get morphed easily with heat and stacking it against other parts. It is also highly annoying to get this flange smoothly into a pumping bra as it keep getting stuck up on the outer silicone ring part.Also there are annoying things about it, I do feel this is a necessity for every breastfeeding or pumping mom.

It’s easy to use, not alot of pieces, and it works great! I recommend this pump to a lot of people. The suction is great & overall the pump itself works great! It’s much faster than an electric pump.

There are a few reasons why I love this product. I also have a hakaa, which was a lifesaver when I discovered it. However, this one has three key features that make it superior: (1) the silicone is thicker and stays on the breast better, (2) the suction cup on the bottom prevents tipping, and (3) the yellow stopper provides quick capping when you’re sleep deprived so you don’t have to worry about spilling; of course, it comes with the white cap as well. Overall, really great product, and I tend to recommend it more than the hakaa!