HI all, As for this new pump, I for one did get to use it first hand, they have improved the flanges by using the A/E bottle system, the directions for assembly leave quite a bit to be desired (haven't changed since my trial 2 years ago). Got to play with and try to explain about pumps a little bit at a IBCLC exam study group a few weeks ago. It does have some possiblities, but only if mom is properly instructed in assembly and use (how to avoid prolonged suction --- sore nipples) this is not a true automatic pump (it is a diaphram pump) but for a mom with a good let down, it may be worlds better than the modified fish pump motor from g-----r. As for other pumps by being a nursing mom on and off over the last 8 years I believe I have tried and probably own most readily available pumps on the market (good and bad). I have a talk that I have given a number of times (to supervisory nursing personnel & anyone else who will listen) on how to evaluate breast pumps and how to match the pump to moms needs (if she really need one at all). I probably shouldnt say this since I do rent pumps from the biggies but there are a number of times that I talk moms out of pumps & get down to and solve the real problem. If anyone wants further info or has specific pump questions they can send them to me via private e-mail & I'd be glad to help. Anne Norton-Krawciw RPh,IBCLC [log in to unmask] PS: Welcome Sherri, I 'm so glad your on the net, look out the discussions get wild & wooly. And the volume of mail seems overwhelming but well worth the time it takes to read them.