Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Medela Nursing Camisole Review and Giveaway!



SAP's Story

I have loved Medela products since day one of nursing, and even before my daughter was born! I was given a Medela double electric pump from WIC to aid in my breastfeeding choice over formula, and this was the sole piece of nursing equipment that made it possible for me to continue to nurse after returning to college and work. So I can rightfully say I love Medela!

But now I have even more reason to love Medela!

Back in beginning of June I won a wonderful Mother's Day "Give Your Baby Your Very Best" giveaway from the Eco-Friendly Family blog, and included in that giveaway of nursing gear that made me feel like a pampered mama was the Medela nursing camisole!

The Medela Nursing cami was the first item to arrive in the mail out of all the items that I won from the giveaway, sent directly from the company. I was surprised it had come so quick since I had not heard back from the blog about any specifications for the giveaway I had won except for a shipping address.

It had come about that they had sent a black size Medium cami as that was the most common size for the average nursing mother! However, if any of you know me personally, I am not quite that average! I am a petite female and have kept that body post pregnancy (to my surprise!) and after nursing over a year my breast size shrunk down to a 32 A, my original size before nursing. Little can I say, although I'm still producing milk, I was not a medium size!



I was looking forward to using the Medela Nursing cami so much and did not want to have to wait until I was having my next baby to get a larger chest size and be able to wear the medium, so I emailed the blog I won from, who contacted Medela for me!

Than...surprise in the mail! I was sent a size small black nursing cami! Medela also told Eco-Friendly Family that I may keep the size medium cami! I was stunned, how generous!

Now how can I show my gratitude? I know! With the review of the sized small nursing cami I had received, I decided to giveaway the size Medium nursing cami to one of my followers! Just so you know, the size medium was never taken out of the package and is still in it's original shipping container, ready for one of you to use with your little ones!


About Medela

From the Medela website:


Breastfeeding…the Very Heart of Our Business


Medela’s primary focus is breastfeeding…by helping moms to successfully breastfeed their babies and to do so for as long as they choose. Meeting this goal responsibly is at the heart of everything we do.

Destiny Statement

Medela’s Breastfeeding Division exists to enhance mother and baby health through the life-giving benefits of breastmilk.


I don't know about you, but their pledge and mission really sound good! When I am trying to give my baby the very best through breastfeeding him/her, I want to know the company who's products I am using has the same values as I do!


Info on the Medela Nursing Camisole:




  • The Medela Nursing cami is made from eco-friendly bamboo fabric! It is 67% Rayon from Bamboo, 28% cotton, and 5% spandex.

  • The bamboo/cotton ensures comfort and breathability with fast moisture absorption! The spandex allows for a little stretch to the fabric!


  • This nursing cami can be used hands-free with the Medela Freestyle breastpump!

  • The cami is available in 4 sizes, anywhere from a 32B cup to a 42DD!


  • The cami is available in colors black and white


  • Care instructions include machine wash cold and tumble dry, so it can be washed in your normal laundry without any extra time involved!

  • Includes an extra layer of fabric between bra shelf and outer layer. This allows for modesty and elevated support!


  • The nursing cami is alittle longer, it's what's called a hip legnth. This makes it more comfortable and so it won't ride up at all!


  • The easy to use drop-cup design on the bra cup allows you easy access for breastfeeding!

  • No tag design so nothing poking you, nothing but soft fabric for your comfort!
What does SAPsMaMa Think?

I love the fabric! The fabric is very soft, and very comfortable, yet it is still stretchy. I think the stretchiness is good for those who are nursing while pregnant or still losing the postpartum belly, and defiantly makes it a little more fitting on my body, which I like! I don't like feeling like a tent, I like form fitting tops that show what a mother's body looks like!

The fabric is also a good thickness. Some tops are very thin, especially tops that are made with more natural fabrics like bamboo, and so I worry about durability. However, I do not want too thick of a fabric, which would be uncomfortable on warmer days. This fabric seems to feel like it would be durable yet not make me too warm on hot days, but I will have to wait for a hot day to truly find out!

The legnth of the top was very nice, it covered my belly well but wasn't too long. I do not like my belly showing, yet I do not like shirts that cover my butt, and this was right in the middle ground!

The straps on the top were easy to use. They were not as thin as other straps I've seen, but not overly thick, they are about a half inch thick, which will give nice support to your "milkies" when they're quite full and need it without cutting into your shoulders! The straps are also nice and soft and do not cause any discomfort.

The clips on the straps are similar to those on a nursing bra, you can easily undue the clip with one hand, which is quite handy when you have your hands full with a very hungry baby! You can undue one side, or both.


The cup area in the bra shelf has a nice wide opening around the nipples. This would make it easy to use with a breastpump, but also make it easy to breastfeed. I have had nursing tops where the opening is small, I am guessing so that you "show" less when nursing in public, but the fabric would always get in the way when nursing. This Medela nursing cami has a wide enough opening that the fabric does not get in the way and so I have no worries when beastfeeding! However, even though it has a nice wide opening, it still has enough fabric around the breast to provide support. This bra "shelf" that is built into the top is quite well designed and I am very pleased with it!



The top is not too noticeably a nursing top and would easily go with many outfits, especially since it comes in simple black and white colors.

The lace on the top and bottom of the cami gives it a little bit of feminine touch without being too girly or over the top, I like the lace, and I am not girly at all! It also does not bother me at all, I have had lace be itchy or scratchy and this lace is not.

I have used this cami without any nursing pads, and with and without a bra. With breast pads, depending on the type used, sometimes you can see them sometimes they are not very noticeable. Without, I was comfy using the top, but then again I do not leak milk any more. Those who leak a lot may want to consider finding nursing pads like lily pads that wouldn't show and you can wear without a bra, or maybe some nice full coverage wool nursing pads, or some thin cotton ones. The top looked nice with a bra, but with a bra the special cup feature that makes it easy to breastfeed is not as easy as you have the extra step of the bra to unhook, and the extra material of the bra in the way.


Conclusion



I really can't find much of anything that I don't like about this nursing cami! All in all, I wish I had known about this style cami when I first started nursing SAP, it would have made nursing in public and using my breastpump every few hours at work a much easier time and much less of a hassle!


The Green/Non-Toxic Feature:

  • Supports your decision to breastfeed, a wonderful natural process of feeding your child!

  • Made from eco-friendly bamboo material!
Buy It!

Find a retailer that carries the Medela Nursing Camisole near you HERE!

Win It!

One lucky SAPsMaMa follower will win a Medela Nursing Camisole in the color black, size medium! Please keep in mind that this is the only size/color available.

The size medium is sized to fit from a 34D to 38A, and if you are not currently nursing, remember that your cup size will increase a few sizes, so even if you are not a 34 D now, you very well could be when you nurse! Also with the stretchy fabric you may be able to wear it when smaller. For example, I wear a size small, I am a 32A, and that is not even listed on the chart! If you are interested in this cami but it is not your size I suggest trying to win it for a friend!



Rules


  • You must be a SAPsMaMa Google Friend Connect follower to enter this giveaway!

  • You must leave your email in each comment/entry! You may leave your email in the " SAPsMaMa at yahoo dot com " format if you would like to deter spam bots, but your email MUST be included for your entry to count!

  • Mandatory entry must be completed before any other entries!

  • Leave a separate comment for each entry in order for all entries to be counted (i.e. if something is worth 2 entries, please leave two comments, and please label #1 and #2, etc.)

  • If you need clarification on how to complete one of the entries, feel free to contact me and I'll be happy to help!

  • I will check each comment entry! So please be fair and only enter for entries you qualify for!

Mandatory Entry


  • You must be a Google Follower of SAPsMaMa first. Also, head on over to Medela's website and tell me what you would consider an essential nursing item that they offer that you love or would love to have! You must do both of these things to enter. (2 Entries)

Extra Entries


  • If you were one of the two people that correctly guessed what this giveaway was on my Facebook fan page, you get 1 extra entry! You know who you are! :) (1 Entry)

  • If your blog is Carbon Neutral, you get an extra entry! Please leave your link to your blog! (1 Entry)
  • Join the Medela community! (1 Entry)

  • Like Medela on Facebook! Please post on their wall that SAPsMaMa sent you, then click on your time stamp (the area directly under your comment that says "3 minutes ago" etc.) and include this link to your facebook comment in your entry here! (1 Entry)

  • Follow Medela on Twitter!http://twitter.com/medela_usInclude your Twitter ID in your entry for it to count! (1 Entry)

  • Check out Medela's Tips and Solutions page and tell me one tip/solution that you didn't know that helped you! (1 Entry).

  • Please share, which are you: Considering nursing, Nursing beginner, Seasoned Nurser, Weaning, or Post nursing? (1 Entry)

  • How long do you plan to nurse, or how long have you nursed your child/children? (1 Entry)

  • What is your favorite nursing product? It does not have to be Medela, I just am interested to know! (1 Entry).

  • Like SAPsMaMa on Facebook! Please leave your first initial and last name you use on Facebook for a valid entry (2 Entries)

  • Change your facebook status to link to this giveaway! Include your time stamp/link to your status in your entry for it to count! (1 Entry per day!)

  • Share the link to one of my reviews on your facebook! Please include link to your post in your entry to it to count! (1 Entry per shared review, up to 5 times)
  • Follow @SAPsMaMa on Twitter! Please include your Twitter ID in your entry for your entry to count! (1 Entry per day!)

  • Tweet about the giveaway! Please use: Nurse in comfort with a Medela nursing cami! #Win one from @SAPsMaMa! 7/23 http://tinyurl.com/33ahd68

  • Subscribed to SAPsMaMa by RSS reader! (1 Entry)

  • Enter any of my other giveaways! (1 entry per giveaway)

  • Blog about the giveaway! You must include the name of the review/giveaway, the date the giveaway ends, links to the giveaway and to Medela website, and at least two sentences describing the giveaway or your opinion on what we are giving away! (3 Entries)

The product was sent to me by Medela as a giveaway win from the Eco-Friendly Family Blog. This Giveaway was not sponsored in any way from Medela or the Eco-Friendly Family Blog. I was not paid to write my review and my opinions are 100% my own.

Giveaway is open to US only. Giveaway will end July 23rd @ 11:59 PM (CST). Winner will be chosen using random.org. Winner will have 48 hours to respond after I contact via email. If winner does not respond, a new winner will be chosen. Good Luck and thank you for supporting SAPsMaMa!

133 comments:

Lisa D said...
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Lisa D said...

I got an error when I tried to post...I hope this isn't a duplicate.
I'm a new gfc follower (lisad33611)
I feel the essential gear for the nursing mom would be the Pump In Style breast pump!
duncan.lisa(at)gmail(dot)com

Lisa D said...

I got an error when I tried to post...I hope this isn't a duplicate.
I'm a new gfc follower (lisad33611)
I feel the essential gear for the nursing mom would be the Pump In Style breast pump!
duncan.lisa(at)gmail(dot)com
comment 2

Lisa D said...

I joined the Medela community
duncan.lisa(at)gmail(dot)com

suzannah | the smitten word said...

following here

suzannah | the smitten word said...

i know the pump-in-style would be easier than my manual

Knocked Up and Nursing said...

GFC follower.
sarah.robot at gmail dot com

Knocked Up and Nursing said...

I think that reusable breast pads are a nursing Essential! the ones that Medela offers are great!
sarah.robot at gmail dot com

Knocked Up and Nursing said...

Joined the Medela Community.
sarah.robot at gmail dot com

Knocked Up and Nursing said...

37 seconds ago · Comment · LikeUnlike · Flag
Liked Medela on Facebook.
sarah.robot at gmail dot com

Knocked Up and Nursing said...

I am a nursing mother who is currently pregnant with number three and planning on tandem nursing!
sarah.robot at gmail dot com

Knocked Up and Nursing said...

I nursed my first for 15 months (she weaned herself when i became pregnant with #2). I am currently nursing my 22 month old and 5 months pregnant with munber 3. Planning on tandem nursing 2 and 3.
sarah.robot at gmail dot com

Knocked Up and Nursing said...

My favorite nursing products are nursing tanks!!! I live in them for about the first year of nursing!!! Breast pads are also a must!
sarah.robot at gmail dot com

Knocked Up and Nursing said...

Liked you on facebook. http://www.facebook.com/pages/SAPsMaMa-Natural-Parenting-in-the-Modern-World/130560300289398?v=wall
sarah.robot at gmail dot com

Knocked Up and Nursing said...

liked you on facebook. http://www.facebook.com/pages/SAPsMaMa-Natural-Parenting-in-the-Modern-World/130560300289398?v=wall
sarah.robot at gmail dot com

Sarah said...

I am now a follower of your blog.

Sarah said...

I think the nursing cami's are a fantastic thing to have when nursing, as well as nursing pads.

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Sarah said...

I will nurse, I am due in November with our fifth child.

Unknown said...

GFC follower shansman

I think the seamless underwire nursing bra is an essential.

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Unknown said...

I follow medela on Twitter

mommyheadqrtrs

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Unknown said...

this tip helped me "Some older babies bite because their gums are sore from teething. Keep the gums clean with a soft baby toothbrush and plain water, or gauze moistened with cold water. This can reduce swelling and make baby feel better. Allow the baby to chew on a teething ring."

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Unknown said...

I am a seasoned nurser! still nursing #1 (for 12+ months) and due with #2 in jan!

sarahansman@yahoo.com

Unknown said...

I nursed #1 to 12 months and we are still going strong. I plan to nurse #2 as well

sarahansman@yahoo.com

Linda R. said...

The Comfort Nursing Bra is an essential item for nursing

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Homemaker Honey said...

I'm a follower!

Deborah
homemakerhoney@ gmail. com

Kacy said...

I follow SAPsMaMa.

I like the Medela Harmony Breastpump and used mine often with my first daughter. I didn't know Medela made a manual pedalpump. This intrigues me because I prefer the control and comfort of a manual pump over an electronic pump.

bkaellis [at] fordham [dot] edu

Kacy said...

I follow SAPsMaMa.

I like the Medela Harmony Breastpump and used mine often with my first daughter. I didn't know Medela made a manual pedalpump. This intrigues me because I prefer the control and comfort of a manual pump over an electronic pump.

bkaellis [at] fordham [dot] edu

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Kacy said...

I like Medela on FB and posted on their wall:

http://www.facebook.com/Medela#!/Medela?v=wall&story_fbid=409568514579&ref=mf

bkaellis [at] fordham [dot] edu

Kacy said...

I follow Medela on Twitter (@Meanderinghome)

bkaellis [at] fordham [dot] edu

Kacy said...

I'm a seasoned nurser.

bkaellis [at] fordham [dot] edu

Kacy said...

I've been nursing my daughter since she was born. She's now 19 months old. I plan to continue nursing her until she self-weans. I'm also pregnant with baby #2 (due in September). I also plan to nurse him until he self-weans. It looks like tandem nursing is in my future. :-)

bkaellis [at] fordham [dot] edu

Kacy said...

My favorite nursing product is my Boppy nursing pillow. I'm still using it do breastfeed my toddler.

bkaellis [at] fordham [dot] edu

Kacy said...

I like SAPsMaMa on FB (Kacy Sandidge Ellis)

bkaellis [at] fordham [dot] edu

Kacy said...

I follow SAPsMaMa on Twitter (@Meanderinghome)

bkaellis [at] fordham [dot] edu

Kacy said...

Tweet:

https://twitter.com/Meanderinghome/status/18535087856

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Unknown said...

Hello! I am a follower! I would consider a Medela breast pump a must have!

Unknown said...

FOLLOWING MEDELA ON TWITTER- MOMTOSPROUTS

Unknown said...

I had no idea you could possibly have your insurance cover a breastpump! WOW!

Unknown said...

My fav nursing item is......hmm cabbage. It is great for sore nipples.

Unknown said...

I nursed my first to 12 months- he self weaned due to another pregnancy. I nursed #2 until 14 months, and I had to wean him due to hyperemesis from another pregnancy. Baby #3 will nurse until she weans or I have another pregnancy.

Melissa

Unknown said...

following here
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Unknown said...

a member on medela forum
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Unknown said...

like medela on facebook
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Unknown said...

i'm nursing my second child right now. with my first all i could do was pump since he was a premiee and in the nicu
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Unknown said...

i plan on nursing tell he self weans
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Unknown said...

i love my pump in style advance
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Unknown said...

like you on fb ashley poe bond
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Unknown said...

an essential to have is the quick clean bags. makes cleaning my pumping stuff faster when im at work
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Kim said...

google follow

Kim said...

and I think this is essential- NursingStool® -White

Kim said...

and I have nursed - for 4 months.

The NEW Mommiez Blend said...

I am a new follower and would luv it if you followed back :). I think a great nursing bra is essential. I was going to say a pump, but it is definitely possible to nurse without a pump. Looks like Medela has lots of nice ones for everyday to sleeping to camis.

-Chelle

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The NEW Mommiez Blend said...

I am a new follower and would luv it if you followed back :). I think a great nursing bra is essential. I was going to say a pump, but it is definitely possible to nurse without a pump. Looks like Medela has lots of nice ones for everyday to sleeping to camis.

-Chelle

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The NEW Mommiez Blend said...

I didn't know what a shell for your nipple was. That would be awesome if it would help when you are severely engorged to latch on. I had major issues with that.

-Chelle

newmommiez at gmail dot com

The NEW Mommiez Blend said...

I am a post nurser.

-Chelle

newmommiez at gmail dot com

The NEW Mommiez Blend said...

I nursed my Punkin for 15 months. My goal was 12 so I was happy to do 15. I think it ended up being harder on me to quit than my baby. :(

-Chelle

newmommiez at gmail dot com

The NEW Mommiez Blend said...

I have to say my favorite product is my Medela Pump In Style Advance Breastpump. I had a hard time getting my baby to latch on for the first two months so this was a much needed tool. I would tell anyone to get one. It's a lifesaver. I also like the Lansinoh breast pads. The thin ones. They don't look like you are wearing a diaper in your bra. I have not had any luck with reusable ones. I was a heavy heavy leaker, though. I had OALD and OS so I don't think reusables were meant to be. I am all for reusable ones so that bummed me out.

-Chelle

newmommiez at gmail dot com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

I'm following via GFC.

For (this time around) the most useful item Medela had was the breast shield. I used it for the first 7 months as my baby was a preemie and wasn't big enough to latch properly. Thankfully he outgrew it and we are au natural now, but if it hadn't been for that shield I might have been pumping pumping pumping and not had those special nursing moments with him.

Heather
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

I'm following via GFC.

For (this time around) the most useful item Medela had was the breast shield. I used it for the first 7 months as my baby was a preemie and wasn't big enough to latch properly. Thankfully he outgrew it and we are au natural now, but if it hadn't been for that shield I might have been pumping pumping pumping and not had those special nursing moments with him.

Heather
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

My blog is carbon neutral! Such a great program!

http://www.thetreehugginmomma.blogspot.com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

Joined the medela community

Heather
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

Like Medela on FB

heather
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

http://www.facebook.com/Medela?v=wall#!/Medela?v=wall&story_fbid=411323984579&ref=mf

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

Follow Medela on Twitter

@treehugginmomma

Heather
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

From Medela I learned that my baby might be biting me (ouch!) because he isn't latching properly!

Heather
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

Hmm...I would say I'm a beginning nurser because I've only been nursing for 9 months and have no timeline for weaning yet.

Heather
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

I've nursed my first baby for 9 months and I don't have a timeline for weaning. I am hoping to at least continue for 1-2 feedings until he is 2.

Heather
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

My favorite nursing product is my Medela Pump in Style. LOVE IT!

Heather
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

Your FB Fan

Heather Moore
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

Your FB Fan

heather Moore
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

Follow you on Twitter

@treehugginmomma

Heather
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

Tweet!

http://twitter.com/treehugginmomma/status/18965798961

Heather
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

TheTreeHugginMomma said...

Subscribed via google reader

Heather
kaleidoscopejane at yahoo dot com

Kristin said...

I follow and would love the medela pump in style...would make pumping so much quicker!!

Kristin said...

follow you on twitter as reviewedbymom

Melissa O. said...

I am following on GFC
sweetpurpleblood at yahoo dot com

Melissa O. said...

For me, although I like the Pump in Style pumps, The Freestyle is really a pump I could consider essential. I am returning to work in two weeks when my baby is 8 weeks old. I am going to have to pump at work for him and there is nowhere except the bathroom that I can pump. I am going to have to stand by the sink in the bathroom holding the pump the whole time without a spare hand. Ugh!

Melissa O. said...

Oh poop! I was so into my previous comment and I rambled on so long I forgot to put my email address! I'm sorry.
I'm part of the Medela Community
sweetpurpleblood at yahoo dot com

Melissa O. said...

I am I guess you could say an experienced nurser. I am still occassionally nursing my two year old and exclusively nursing my six week old. These are my 3rd and 4th children and I also nursed my fist two.

Fritter said...

I am a GFC follower, and I would absolutely pick up the Pump In Style pump as an essential nursing item. I am expecting twins, will need help, and have already decided that that is the pump for us. I borrowed one for my son, and need a new one. Some new cami's would be fab as well! thanks!
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Fritter said...

I am a GFC follower, and I would absolutely pick up the Pump In Style pump as an essential nursing item. I am expecting twins, will need help, and have already decided that that is the pump for us. I borrowed one for my son, and need a new one. Some new cami's would be fab as well! thanks!
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Fritter said...

I am already a member of the Medela community, thanks!
Fritter
farrah.ritter@gmail.com

Fritter said...

I follow Medela on Twitter, thanks!
farrah dot ritter at gmail dot com

Fritter said...

Gosh. It must be late. On Twitter I follow Medela as (Momofthreeunder).

To answer the type of nursing question- I am an experienced post- nurser to my 16 month old (12 months of nursing), but preparing to tandem nurse the twins due this fall. Thanks!
farrah dot ritter at gmail dot com

Fritter said...

I plan to nurse the twins for 12 months. I nursed my toddler for 12 months as well.

Thanks!
farrah dot ritter at gmail dot com.

Fritter said...

I follow you on Twitter (Momofthreeunder)
farrah dot ritter at gmail dot com
thanks!

Fritter said...

I tweeted this giveaway!
https://twitter.com/Momofthreeunder/status/19037491625

thanks
farrah dot ritter at gmail dot com

Fritter said...

I am glad I looked--I did not know that a nipple shield may help my twins nurse if they are premature, which they very well may be.
Thanks!
farrah dot ritter at gmail dot com

Jenn said...

GFC follower.
jennifer_atchison at hotmail dot com

Jenn said...

I wouldn't be able to live without my Medela Pump in Style!
jennifer_atchison at hotmail dot com

Jenn said...

I wish I would have read the tips on biting when my son was having that issue!
jennifer_atchison at hotmail dot com

Jenn said...

Post Nursing (nursed until mine was 13 months) but plan to nurse subsequent babies, too!
jennifer_atchison at hotmail dot com

Jenn said...

I nursed until my son was 13 months.
jennifer_atchison at hotmail dot com

Jenn said...

Lansinoh Lanolin is my favorite nursing product! Amazing stuff!
jennifer_atchison at hotmail dot com

Elizabeth G. said...

I follow through GFC and I LOVE the Freestyle breastpump!
elizabethgoertz@yahoo.com

Elizabeth G. said...

I guess I'm still a nursing beginner because my baby and I never caught on so I've been strictly pumping and bottle feeding for the last 7.5 months but I'm determined to get the next one to nurse :)
elizabethgoertz@yahoo.com

Elizabeth G. said...

I want to nurse my baby at least a year :)
elizabethgoertz@yahoo.com

Elizabeth G. said...

My favorite nursing product is the freestyle breastpump because it made it possible for me to keep giving my daughter breastmilk even though we never managed to get the breastfeeding thing down :)
elizabethgoertz@yahoo.com

Hilary said...

The breast care gift set looks extremely cool. :) Seems like it has all the essentials there.

Awesome contest btw. :)

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Hilary said...

Joined the medela community!

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Hilary said...

I didn't know that you could breastfeed an adopted baby, and that there are things you can do before your baby is born to prepare for breastfeeding.

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Hilary said...

I'm a Nursing Beginner... Definately my first time.

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Hilary said...

I plan to nurse as long as my son will let me, and as long as he needs it. :)

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Hilary said...

I follow @SAPSMaMa on Twitter.

(hilarystlaurent)

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Hilary said...

I have also tweeted about this entry!
(twitter.com/hilarystlaurent)


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Rachel said...

following with GFC :)

dakotaring at yahoo dot com

Rachel said...

I couldn't live without my Medela Harmony pump. I went through 3 pumps with my first, but the Harmony never let me down with baby #2.

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Rachel said...

Joined the Medela community. :)

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Rachel said...

I "like" Medela on FB

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Rachel said...

On the Tips & Solutions page, I learned that some babies bite to reduce milk flow if it's too fast for them. I wish I'd have known this sooner, as it makes total sense and I'm sure is the reason my son did it!

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Rachel said...

I'd consider myself a seasoned nurser. :)

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Rachel said...

I nursed baby #1 just under 14 months and am currently nursing baby #2 for his 16th month...

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Rachel said...

My favorite nursing product is Lanolin. I don't think I'd have made it through those first couple weeks with either child without it.

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Rachel said...

"like" you on FB R Pugh (entry #1)

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Rachel said...

"like" you on FB R Pugh (entry #2)

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Scrummy said...

I follow on GFC and could not live without my Medela Pump in Style!

Scrummy said...

I follow on GFC and could not live without my Medela Pump in Style! #2

Scrummy said...

I'm a seasoned nurser!

Scrummy said...

I've been nursing my baby for 10 months- no formula!

Scrummy said...

My favorite nursing product has been my Boppy pillow.

Scrummy said...

Tip I didn't know from the Medela site:
To reduce chance of baby biting you when nursing, rub their gums with a cloth.
This can reduce swelling and make baby feel better

Bao said...

I follow your blog!
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Bao said...

An essential item, I think, is a nursing bra/tank!

Bao said...

Joined the Medela community!

Bao said...

Commented here (a response to Medela's note): http://www.facebook.com/Medela?v=wall&story_fbid=104771529577292&ref=mf

Bao said...

For the simple nipple test, I didn't know that you can use a breast shield to draw out an inverted nipple! Not that I have this problem...but helpful to know :)

Bao said...

I'm considering nursing. Baby still swimming in amniotic fluid!

Bao said...

My favorite is actually a handsfree pumping product called Freemie (NEW!). You should check 'em out!

Bao said...

Fan of yours on FB!

Bao said...

I subscribe to your RSS!

Bao said...

Posted about your giveaway here (since I don't have a personal blog...I share one with my family; but I figured this forum gets much more traffic than my family blog!):
http://www.cafemom.com/group/95135/forums/read/11889989/Medela_nursing_camisole_giveaway

Bao said...

Posted giveaway x2

Bao said...

Posted giveaway x3

Hilary said...

I've also entered your Beautiful Creatures giveaway!

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