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Medela Pump in Style Advanced Breast Pump

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Medela Pump in Style Advanced Breast Pump

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This is far-and-away the favorite among weeSpring moms. It's a workhorse: reliable, easy-to-use, and effective. Or as one mom put it, "This is the Volvo station wagon of breast pumps; it may be a bit big and heavy, but it always works when you need it." It comes built into its own bag, with space for all the requisite pump parts and a little cooler to keep milk fresh. Be sure to call your insurance company--it might be free!

The Catch: It is large, which can make commuting and/or traveling with it cumbersome.

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Featured Parents' Reviews

  • I switched over to this pump after having two other ones with my prior kids and I love this pump. It is so portable friendly and has great suction. Highly recommend. Jan 11, 2025

  • Fast, effortless, and comfortable pumping. Just make sure you have the correct size flanges Jun 02, 2023

  • Such a great and effective pump. I used often with my first baby 4 years ago and am now using with my second newborn. Easy to set up, reliable, powerful, and efficient. Definitely recommend Jan 30, 2023

  • It’s a great single use system but it’s not a fully closed system and milk can back flow so I upgraded to a hospital grade closed system. Sep 10, 2022

    • Lucia M.

    • Charlotte , North Carolina

    This pump works well for me and is straightforward to use. Over time, even on the highest setting, its intensity lowered significantly but I still pumped the same amount regardless. May 20, 2022

  • I used this with my first child and liked it more than the newer version. The bag is bigger and holds extra parts and cleaning supplies which is nice. The flanges are comfortable and suction is great May 05, 2022

  • This pump worked for me! A few pros and cons. Suction was great and I loved the battery pack. I did have a few issues with the machine itself. All the parts are also hard to clean. Overall i liked it! Apr 21, 2022

  • This was the pump I got through insurance and I was very happy with it. I was always able to get more than enough milk efficiently with it only on half power. Comes with everything you need Aug 15, 2021

  • I used this breast pump when nursing my first born. It’s such a a good pump and I highly recommend it to my friends. It’s also lasted me 4 years since I used it again when I gave birth to 2nd son. Jun 18, 2021

  • It’s pretty basic, not much for settings and no timer. It gets the job done, but mine died after about nine months of consistent use so I bought a different brand for a replacement. Jun 16, 2021

  • I got one of these from my insurance for my second baby. I love the machine I am not much of a milk producer but the actual pump was amazing small light weight Jun 02, 2021

  • Very good pump! Haha have used it for 2 kiddos and it still works great May 18, 2021

    • Emma C.

    • Greenville, South Carolina

    Great for pumping - easy to use and clean and easy to travel with. Apr 01, 2021

  • I really liked this pump. Easy to use and clean. Make sure you get the correct sized breast shield. Feb 20, 2021

  • I didn’t think the suction was as good on here as some others I tried. The portable bag was nice, and the cooler was nice and convenient though! Jan 26, 2021

  • It works well. Their customer service is great! If you feel like the pumps not working as efficiently as it once was then call them and they’ll help troubleshoot. If suction is still low they replace Jan 05, 2021

    • Amy Y.

    • Van Meter, Iowa

    Very easy to use and great suction! Dec 25, 2020

    • Lexi J.

    • Thomasville, Georgia

    it did its job but was very loud, defiantly going to try a different brand breast pump next time. Dec 13, 2020

  • Works great! Oct 19, 2020

  • I didn’t use this pump very often because I also had the same on in a backpack that was more convenient. I had this one too though and they were both really great. Aug 05, 2020

  • Love medela! This pump is easy to use and easy to clean which is huge! Also has great suction. Jun 14, 2020

  • This pump is comfortable to use and easy to clean! The parts hold up very well to everyday use and washing! The included cooler pack keeps milk cold all day, providing peace of mind while on-the-go. May 19, 2020

  • This is the one everyone suggested. The bag made it easy to travel with and the little travel bag is great; I still use that all the time. I just didn't respond well to pumping, so I never got tons. May 17, 2020

    • Emily P.

    • Greensboro , North Carolina

    It was LOUD. It got the job one and was easy to find accessories for, but it was not love for me. Apr 29, 2020

  • Good all in one system and most insurances pay for it. Apr 27, 2020

  • One of the best on the market! I loved my pump! Apr 24, 2020

  • Pumps strong Apr 19, 2020

  • I’ve used multiple brands of pumps and this one is just ok, I know it’s the most common brand people are familiar with but I think the Spectra S1/S2 is far superior, much more comfortable for mom too! Mar 27, 2020

  • I had this pump and the spectra and definitely liked my spectra more. The medela worked fine, but the spectra was quieter and more efficient than the medela Mar 05, 2020

    • Grace R.

    • Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

    This pump doesn’t tucker out like other brands have, 2 years and still going strong! Tip: be sure you follow instructions on proper breast shield sizing — it truly makes a difference! Mar 02, 2020

  • This pump works well for me as it get out plenty of milk and is light and easy to travel with. The parts are way to replace and models has an entire system set up for breastfeeding supplies Feb 28, 2020

  • It was just okay. After six months of use, it totally died on me. I did use it to pump exclusively for 4 months (2 months pumping 3x daily). This pump is LOUD and flange sizes are pretty limited. Feb 27, 2020

  • I used this with my daughter and it was a huge lifesaver! We had latching issues, so without this pump, I would have missed out on providing what she needed. I liked that it was easy to clean, too. Feb 14, 2020

  • Super worth the price! Quick and easy to clean up, compact and easy to operate. I only wish it cake with a second set of bottles and wires. Jan 29, 2020

  • Works great! The pieces are compatible with most other brands if you need to use some things from the hospital, and I haven't had any complaints. Jan 25, 2020

  • This is very light weight and easy to transport when on the go. The pump is a little noisy. However, it works great to express the milk out. I always feel empty after pumping. Jan 24, 2020

  • Used this with my first. Was loud and a bit rougher than the Spectra 2 I used with my second two. If the Sepectra would have been available with my first wouldn't have done the PISA. Jan 16, 2020

    • Amy S.

    • Kansas City , Missouri

    This pump is one of four that I tried/rented, and is my favorite. It isn’t loud, and it is comfortable and easy to use. I love that I can find parts easily for it. Jan 04, 2020

  • It has great power and gets me emptied very well but it is loud and uncomfortable Nov 26, 2019

  • Was a great pump when I was breast feeding. Very nice setup. Nov 20, 2019

  • I really love how portable this pump is. It's a little louder and not as gentle as there symphony hospital grade but I always got just as much milk with it. Great for pumping in the car too! Nov 09, 2019

    • Thu P.

    • Chicago, Illinois

    Love that it mimics the rate that babies drink. Oct 23, 2019

    • Katy B.

    • Charlotte, North Carolina

    If you get it for free through insurance it’s a great pump. I used with my first and it worked well. Hated cleaning all the parts though. Didn't work for my 2nd and wish i had rented Hospital one Oct 22, 2019

  • This worked well for me, I loved the tote. So easy to pack up. Oct 18, 2019

  • I didnt use much. I seemed to get more when hand Express Love the travel bag and cooler though Sep 19, 2019

  • Love this pump! Very convenient with its carry case. Sep 17, 2019

  • Good suction, nice features, but the open system is a hygienic nightmare Sep 12, 2019

  • A bit loud. Good pump, but the spectra is stronger and has more options. The lack of options in pump speeds/rhythm and no timer are big negatives for me. Aug 26, 2019

  • This is one of the top brands in the pump industry, and unfortunately for me, it did not work well. The Medela seemed to not suction well and get the most milk out, while the Spectra worked wonders! Jul 24, 2019

  • Pros: I liked the 2 phase suction and I always got a good amount of milk. Cons: it is rather loud and my nipples were sore if I pumped too frequently. Jun 20, 2019

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  • Q: Is this easy to clean?

    asked by Jonathan S. - Mar 31, 2014

  • Not really--there are a ton of parts. That having been said, that would be the case with any pump you get.

    Vivian L. - Jun 16, 2016

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  • Q: Is this pump powerful enough for exclusive pumping?

    asked by Darla B. - Mar 24, 2014

  • I would think so, I found it to do an excellent job while I was away from my 3 mo. old for a week.

    Mariah M. - Mar 24, 2014

  • My son was a preemie and would never latch and I exclusively pumped with this pump for 11 months.

    Mary K. - Mar 24, 2014

  • Yes, I had to pump exclusively for the first 2 months after my son was born because he had nursing issues... this pump is great!

    Cassandra E. - Mar 24, 2014

  • Yes, It is a strong working machine

    Stephanie D. - Mar 24, 2014

  • I pumped for twins for 3 months using this exclusively. It was a dream, and you can do other things while you are pumping too which is amazing. Game changer for me

    Melissa P. - Mar 24, 2014

  • It is but if you're going to be exclusively pumping, I'd look into the smaller one that is more portable. I forget the style but I remembered thinking it might have been nice to not be limited to a wall outlet. Not sure if you compromise power. This one will do the trick though!

    Julie R. - Mar 24, 2014

  • I pump with it 2-3x per day and feel like I get full feeds from it so would be inclined to say yes!

    Margo B. - Mar 24, 2014

  • I had to pump for the first four months (my son was a premie and had to be on a combo of breastmilk and formula until he was 4 months old) and then I pumped at work until he was a year. I used this pump at work but didn't like it nearly as much as the hospital grade one that I rented. It's powerful enough but the hospital grade ones are even stronger. I also had some supply issues though.

    Jennifer S. - Mar 24, 2014

  • Yes, definitely. It is a great pump. Plus it's nice that it comes in a bag that just looks like a tote for when you're transporting it back and forth if you're using it at work or traveling.

    Jessica S. - Mar 24, 2014

  • I would think so- it is pretty powerful. Although I have heard from friends that you may want to look into a hospital grade pump and try that as well.

    Erika T. - Mar 24, 2014

  • I didn't use it to pump exclusively but pumped 4-5x a day when working full time and it definitely held up!

    Katie E. - Mar 27, 2014

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    Available in Oatmeal Raisin and Double Chocolate Chip, cookies are non-GMO and made in the USA with all natural ingredients. These tasty treats come in packs of two—perfect for tossing in your diaper bag for a healthy snack on the go. Each box comes with 10 packs (20 cookies total), so you’ll be able to keep your milk production going strong while keeping “Hangry Mom Running Errands” at bay. It’s a win-win.

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