If you are Breast Feeding-what items do you need to Register for?

Is it the same items if you were planning on using formula?

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Jen

Re: If you are Breast Feeding-what items do you need to Register for?

Not really because you have to buy the accessories that go with the pump even if you are renting one. Plus, I bought extra breastshields and storage bottles. I did buy Avent bottles for "just in case" because they are said to be the best for breastfed babies because they are most like the natural nipple. They have a starter kit for nursing moms that you can use for storage too.

Re: If you are Breast Feeding-what items do you need to Register for?

well if you are going back to work you'll need an electric pump. I think most ladies like the Medela Pump in Style. Extra medela bottles are good too for pumping and then the freezer bags.

breast pads are needed if Bfing or FFing - but you may want to get the medicated ones. I just used Avent and liked them.

I agree to have bottles around. It frees you up to get out of the house by yourself. I liked the avent.

If you just plan to pump occassionaly, you may just want to register for a small hand pump. The avent isis did very well for me, until I moved to the electric. Maybe it's good to go this route, so you can see if it works for you without buying the electric pump - or you may need to rent the hospital one.

Re: If you are Breast Feeding-what items do you need to Register for?

I figured I would get the manual pump to start - since you never know if BF is really going to work anyway. Then if I needed it I would later get the more $$ electric one -- but, does it make you feel like a cow? Honestly, I can't imagine pumping from both breasts at once...

Re: If you are Breast Feeding-what items do you need to Register for?

Re: If you are Breast Feeding-what items do you need to Register for?