{"id":1424,"date":"2024-07-30T11:09:49","date_gmt":"2024-07-30T11:09:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kiindred.co\/product\/brand-post\/why-were-pumped-about-the-new-medela-swing-maxi-double-electric-breast-pump\/"},"modified":"2024-09-04T07:57:32","modified_gmt":"2024-09-04T07:57:32","slug":"why-were-pumped-about-the-new-medela-swing-maxi-double-electric-breast-pump","status":"publish","type":"brand-post","link":"https:\/\/kiindred.co\/product\/feeding\/medela-swing-maxi-double-electric-breast-pump\/","title":{"rendered":"Why we\u2019re pumped about the new Medela Swing Maxi Double electric breast pump"},"content":{"rendered":"

As we know, no two parents\u2019 feeding journeys will look exactly the same. Even just for one mama, her feeding journey can look completely different the second time around\u2026 Not to mention, there are just some things you can only learn on the job \u2013 and breastfeeding and expressing most definitely fall into this category.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1445,"template":"","brand-taxonomy":[152],"product-taxonomy":[148,319],"class_list":["post-1424","brand-post","type-brand-post","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","brand-taxonomy-medela","product-taxonomy-feeding","product-taxonomy-breastfeeding"],"acf":{"main_page_content":[{"acf_fc_layout":"without_sidebar_layout","section_content_here":"

As mums, we often put a whole lot of pressure on ourselves when it comes to feeding\u2026 because it is something we can feel like our body was\u00a0made<\/em> to do. So surely it should come easily to us, right? Wrong.<\/p>\n

For many of us, our feeding journeys can be quite challenging \u2013 both you and your baby are learning a brand new skill. So go easy on yourself! Breastfeeding and expressing take a lot out of you physically, and it\u2019s a huge lifestyle change \u2013 especially in those first few weeks when it feels like you are feeding around the clock.<\/p>\n","select_product_all_section":"","add_quote_content_section":"","add_jw_video_shortcode_here":"","turn_off_sign_up_section":true,"turn_off_parent_with_confidence_section":true,"turn_off_review_section":true,"turn_off_hey_parents_section":true,"turn_off_third_left_banner_section":true,"turn_off_products_you_love_section":true,"turn_off_win_game_section":true,"turn_off_win_a_gift_voucher_section":true,"hide_and_show_button":"A"},{"acf_fc_layout":"first_layout","section_title_here":"Shop now","section_sidebar_title_here":"","section_content_here":"

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There are many reasons mothers may choose to express, such as returning to work, storing milk for when you can\u2019t be with your baby or easing pain from engorgement. Some mums have to express exclusively as their baby can\u2019t breastfeed due to sickness or a health condition. Finding the right pump for you and your needs is the first step in starting your expressing journey.<\/p>\n

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That\u2019s why we personally love the\u00a0Medela Swing Maxi Double Electric Breast Pump\u00a0and the entire\u00a0Medela range<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 because they provide extra tools to have in your feeding arsenal, to make your journey easier!<\/p>\n

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The\u00a0Medela Swing Maxi\u00a0is a great choice for a breast pump as it is a double pump that allows for up to 18% more milk in less time1<\/sup>. It\u2019s very quiet and has 2-phase Expression technology which mimics your baby\u2019s natural sucking rhythm \u2013 which helps your milk supply come in and allows you to just sit down for a minute and take some time for yourself. Some women find it helpful to look at pictures or videos of their baby to help bring in their milk, or you can put on your favourite show to help your mind relax.<\/p>\n

Another option is to use a single breast pump like the\u00a0Medela Solo<\/a>\u00a0on one side, while breastfeeding your little one on the other side.<\/p>\n

Both the Swing Maxi and the Solo have PersonalFit Flex\u2122 breast shields, which makes expressing much more comfortable and has been shown to get 11% more milk4<\/sup>. And when you\u2019re engorged, or struggling to get enough milk \u2013 it can really help knowing you\u2019re getting as much milk out as possible.<\/p>\n

You can then freeze the excess milk in\u00a0breast milk storage bags, or\u00a0storage containers\u00a0for when you\u2019re going to be away from your baby or for an emergency.<\/p>\n

By far one of our favourite features of the Swing Maxi is the battery life. The pump will last for up to 6 pumping sessions on one full charge \u2013 which is really helpful as the last thing you want is to get all set up, ready to express and then realise it is out of battery. It also has a fast charge USB type C port, which charges much faster than a regular micro-USB port \u2013 so you can just plug in between every few uses and know you\u2019re going to be good to go.<\/p>\n

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Plus, it is easy to clean and assemble and is super simple to use \u2013 which is very important because when you\u2019re sleep-deprived, busy or exhausted (most likely all three in those early weeks\u2026) you don\u2019t want to be fiddling with something that is difficult to put together or use. It has 9 pre-programmed settings so you can just let it do its thing while being able to use your hands for other things (like scrolling Insta\u2026).<\/p>\n

Another thing to keep in mind is taking care of your body while expressing and breastfeeding. Make sure to stay hydrated, and well-fed and feed or express in a position that supports your posture \u2013 because it can take a toll on your body. Make sure you\u2019re also stocked up on\u00a0nipple creams\u00a0and\u00a0nursing pads\u00a0because you\u2019re going to want to be taking care of your nipples throughout this process. Trust us.<\/p>\n

Everyone\u2019s feeding journeys are different \u2013 and it\u2019s normal for it to not look like how you may have expected while pregnant, or to change along the way. The important thing is that you feel supported by your care team and products that are there to help make your life easier so that you find something that ultimately works for you and your baby. Anything you can do to make your feeding journey easier and more comfortable is going to be a huge help to your overall mood and wellbeing.<\/em><\/p>\n","select_product_all_section":"","add_quote_content_section":"","add_jw_video_shortcode_here":"","turn_off_sign_up_section":true,"turn_off_parent_with_confidence_section":true,"turn_off_review_section":true,"turn_off_hey_parents_section":true,"turn_off_third_left_banner_section":true,"turn_off_products_you_love_section":true,"turn_off_win_game_section":true,"turn_off_win_a_gift_voucher_section":true,"hide_and_show_button":"A"},{"acf_fc_layout":"first_layout","section_title_here":"This is a paid partnership between Kiindred x Medela","section_sidebar_title_here":"","section_content_here":"

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1.\u00a0 <\/em>Kent JC et al. Response of breasts to different stimulation patterns of an electric breast pump. J Hum Lact. 2003; 19(2):179\u2013186<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

2. <\/em>\u00a0Mitoulas L et al. Effect of vacuum profile on breast milk expression using an electric breast pump. J Hum Lact. 2002; 18(4):353\u2013360. <\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

3.\u00a0 <\/em>Sakalidis VS et al. Breast shield design impacts milk removal dynamics during pumping: A randomised controlled non-inferiority trial. Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand. 2020:doi: 10.1111\/aogs.13897<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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