You are probably wondering why you need a breast pump. Well truth be told not all breastfeeding moms will use a breast pump; however, there are certain situations where it just cannot be avoided. Full-time working moms that want to breastfeed their babies will definitely need a breast pump.
In some instances, the baby will not take to the breast and the only way to continue using breast milk is to use a breast pump to express the milk.
There are many types of breast pumps to choose from; there are manual breast pumps, single electric breast pumps and then there are hospital grade double electric breast pumps such as the Spectra Baby USA.
Spectra Baby USA – S1 Plus Premier Electric Breast Pump Review
The sought-after S1 Plus premier double electric breast pump from Spectra Baby USA is one of the best breast pumps in its class. What makes the Spectra breast pump so great is it is designed by breastfeeding moms, registered nurses, and lactation consultants. So simply put they know what every breastfeeding mom needs and wants, and they have combined all their expertise to produce high-quality breast pumps and other breastfeeding accessories.
Who is this product for?
All breastfeeding moms, especially working moms that need to express milk daily, will find this S1 Plus electric breast pump amazing. Moms that do not have a lot of time on their hands and need to express milk quickly and efficiently will love this breast pump.
What’s included?
When your breast pump arrives, you will find the following items included in the box: a 24mm & 28mm Breast Flanges (2), Wide Neck Bottles, Discs, Locking Rings and Caps (2), Duckbill valves (2), Backflow protectors (2), Tubing (2), Power Cord & Adapter.
Overview of features
The Spectra S1Plus breast pump offers you a massage function that stimulates the natural sucking of a baby. You can easily set the adjustable suction settings using the user-friendly control panel with LED display. The display is clear and easy to read. The S1 Plus features a nightlight that makes it easy to pump at night.
The S1 Plus Spectra Baby USA breast pump has a silent operation and it has a backflow system that protects the expressed milk from harmful bacteria. It features a built-in rechargeable battery and comes with a power adapter for charging. Once fully charged you should get approximately 3 hours of pumping time. Spectra offers a two-year warranty and 90-day accessory warranty on all their products.
The S1 Plus is a double breast pump and comes with everything you need to express from both breasts simultaneously. The parts of the S1 are dishwasher safe as long as the air-dry function is used and not the heat dry. It can conveniently be used as a double breast pump or as a single breast pump.
How to get the most out of it
Before you get started using your breast pump it is advisable that you clean and sterilize all the parts. This can be done by immersing all the parts in water in a large stock pit and then bringing it to a boil for approximately five minutes.
Once you have done this you can remove the parts, being careful not to burn yourself. Allow the parts to air dry and then reassemble them together again. Now that it is back together you can attach to the breast or breasts and start pumping. You can prolong the life of the breast pump parts by keeping them clean and sterilized.
What We Like
- Excellent mobility
- Closed system
- Customizable settings
What We Don’t Like
- Very, very expensive
Alternatives
This Spectra Baby USA double electric breast pump is a fantastic pump; however, it has a very hefty price tag making it unaffordable for most. If you are in the market for a cheaper yet effective breast pump, take a look and consider the Someka Cornetto single electric breast pump.
The Someka single breast pump offers you nine different suction setting as well as a massage function. It is made using FDA approved and BPA free materials. It is compact enough to be portable and it is very effective. Best of all, it is a quality breast pump at a very affordable price.
Conclusion
The Spectra Baby USA S1 Plus is a strong and practical hospital grade breast pump that has been designed by moms for moms. The fact that they have been designed by breastfeeding moms gives them the edge in the market because they know which features are needed and which are not.
This leaves you with a no-nonsense, practical and powerful breast pump. The only let down with this breast pump is the price. It is very expensive, and most will not be able to afford it; however, if you are one of the lucky ones that can afford it you will be more than satisfied with your purchase.