Breast Pump

Medela Swing Breast Pump
Medela Swing Breast Pump

Designed for portability, the Swing is a small, lightweight, single electric breast pump featuring two-phase expression -- a revolutionary technology that mimics a baby's nursing pattern by pumping in two distinct modes: Let-down Mode simulates your baby's initial rapid suckling for faster milk flow; Expression Mode simulates your baby's slower, deeper suckling. Two modes mean maximum milk flow in less time. The Swing is every bit as comfortable to use as Medela's double pump, and it fits easily into a purse or briefcase. Swing Breast Pump

Medela Freestyle Hands-Free Breast Pump
Medela Freestyle Hands-Free Breast Pump

No doubt about it -- pumping can take hours out of your day. That's why Medela has designed a hands-free, double-electric pump. Every bit as powerful as previous Medela pumps, this innovative number fits in the palm of your hand and includes an accessories kit that provides true mobility and freedom. Simply clip it on and you're free to move about. Freestyle Hands-Free Breast Pump

Lansinoh Double Electric Breast Pump

Lansinoh Double Electric Breast Pump

For over 20 years, Lansinoh has provided relief and comfort to millions of mothers and their babies through their premium, mother-tested products. Designed to make pumping easy, productive, and comfortable, this double electric pump is meant for long-term, daily use at home or away. It's easy to use and easy clean, and with multiple speed and suction settings, you can adjust the pump to your personal preference. Double Electric Breast Pump

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The pros and cons of thumb sucking for babies

I have three kids and about 11 nieces and nephews. I will tell you what I have learned about the pros and cons of thumb sucking.

Lets start with the pros.

1. If a child sucks on their thumb or a passe it is easier to break them from the bottle than a child who only suck on the bottle. I say this because I have seen it many times but take my kids for instance. My 7 year old has sucked his thumb since he was in the womb( really I have the ultra sound picture to prove it ) but my 4 year old wouldn't suck on anything but the bottle. When my oldest turned a year we took all his bottles away without a problem but my youngest wouldn't have it. He would scream for hours on end until we gave in.

2. Its a comfort for them other than their bottle. When a baby is upset about anything they want to suck but for baby's who don't suck their thumb it can be a little difficult if your driving in a car and can't reach them.

Now the cons.

1. It is very hard to break a thumb sucker from sucking. My son is seven and he still sucks his thumb. I have known teenagers who suck their thumbs.

2. It can cause some dental problems. Like having too big a gap between their teeth.

This is what I've learned about thumb sucking.

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The pros and cons of thumb sucking for babies