Three Essentials for Pumping

There are so many pumping accessories out on the market, its hard to figure out what you really need and what you don't.  I really didn't figure out what I needed until I had been pumping for awhile.  After doing this for 2 years with my first child and a few months with my second, here is my list of essential pumping accessories:

1. Simple Wishes Pumping Bra

This is my #1 essential pumping accessory!  I love being able to be hands free.  I am able to do breast compressions to stimulate more milk production. I always feel like I'm going to drop the milk on the floor when I'm holding it up manually but this way I feel way more secure.  I can also use my phone or do some emails on my laptop if I'm pumping at work.

2. Milk Organizer and Date lids

We keep a few bottles of milk in the fridge for bottle feeding. The milk organizer and date lids make it easy for me to keep track of when the milk was pumped and when it needs to be used.


3. Storage bags

Storage bags need to be strong and keep your precious milk safe. Out of all of the storage bags I've tried, I like the Lansinoh milk storage bags the best.  Tip: When you're freezing milk, freeze it flat so it is easier to store.

What is on your essentials list for pumping? Let me know in the comments!

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