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Readers Respond: Favorite Breastfeeding Products

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What are your favorite breastfeeding products? Sure, the most important items are attached to mom, but sometimes a few extra items can make your breastfeeding experience even better. Do you love a particular nursing cover or think a specific breast pump is the best around? Have you found a nursing bra that's both fashionable and functional? Share your favorite breastfeeding products here, and take a look at which products other parents find helpful, too. Share Your Picks

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I found the tops at http://www.rootitooti.co.uk to help a lot in gaining confidence when breastfeeding when out and about.
—Guest H Peters

Breastfeeding Products Helped Big Time

My daughter was born early and I had to pump from the start since she couldn't nurse. That complicated the whole thing, but a good breast pump helped. I started with a hospital grade Medela and then went to a Medela Pump-in-Style. Since my daughter was so tiny and somewhat weak at first, a nipple shield really helped her figure out latch. However, if you think you need a nipple shield, I think it's a good idea to talk to a lactation consultant to work on the latch, because there may be an easier fix. I'm thankful that there are so many gadgets available now to help nursing moms. I don't think I could have breastfed for so long without the help.
—Guest H

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