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Tue, 15 Mar 2011 12:41:22 -0400
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She definitely needs a rental/hospital grade pump

Tania Archbold B.Sc., IBCLC, LLLCL
Www.mothersnectar.ca

On 2011-03-15, at 11:41, Jennifer Welch <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Hello there,
> 
> permission to post
> 
> I am working with a mom of twins (born at 36 weeks) who are now 1.5 weeks old.  Neither is latching at all.  Mom has had breast reduction 8 years ago.  She was told by someone at the pharmacy that the Medela freestyle is as effective as a symphony or elite.  Is this true, based on your experience?
> 
> I don't have much experience with pumps and the only info I have is from medela, who states that the freestyle is appropriate for "maintaining supply."  This mother is in a precarious situation and needs to establish and build her supply.  My gut is telling me she needs a rental pump, but I want to hear what you all have to say.
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> Jennifer Welch, IBCLC, LLLL
> Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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