Pumping is tough…there’s really no sugarcoating it. It takes time, patience, and a whole lot of effort, and it’s rarely something you find yourself excited about. When you add juggling the car seat, diapers, and everything else, anything that makes your day easier quickly becomes essential.
For me, that’s two no-fuss, high-function tools: the Medela Harmony manual pump and the Haakaa silicone pump.
They don’t sync to your phone. There are no cords, no motors, no over-complication. Just well-designed support that works.
Here’s what to know about each, and why you need them in your cart:
Medela Harmony: Sleek, Manual, and Powerful. This pump is compact and lightweight. The suction control is solid, and because it’s manual you’re not tethered to a wall or app. You’re in complete control of the pace.
Perfect for travel or tucked into your everyday tote. It gives you freedom without bulk!
Haakaa: The Haakaa is the definition of low-lift. It suctions onto one breast while you’re nursing or pumping on the other; quietly catching letdown you’d otherwise lose to a breast pad. It’s one of those things that works in the background…and actually makes a difference.
Here are a 3 additional tips to use when incorporating these products within your day-to-day:
- Keep a small insulated pouch stocked with a few milk storage bags. My go-to brands: Nanobébé and Kiinde.
- Bring a wet/dry bag for used parts. It keeps things clean and organized.
- That’s it. No overpacking or overthinking!
With just these two essentials, you’ll feel prepared and ready for anything. These two beauties are designed to move with you instead of slowing you down!
