I bought the Elvie stride after watching your review of Elvie vs elvie stride. How do you take out the milk without any spilling ? Because even when I bent forward towards the end , there is milk in the tunnel that doesn’t come down. Even pouring out the milk into tricky, towards the end the milk just stays around the spout ledge. I have to use the inserts so it is so hard to tell if my nipple is in the middle but it feels that way since I can see it if I move the cup itself. But I am not getting too much milk from it compared to my spectra. I wanted a pump on the go or when I go back to work but I would certainly look forward to a video with more tips and tricks on how to use it. Even having you pour out the milk and see how you do it!
I would lean forward as you are taking it off so that any milk in the shaft hopefully falls into the cups. You can also turn it on for a min after you take it off and let it hopefully suck up any extra milk in the shaft. I just pour out the pour holes but you can also take off the flange and pour directly out of the cups to get any last drops. Unfortunately, some mamas do get less milk with wearables. I find adding a couple extra minutes to your pump time can help with that.
Hi I’m debating the Elvie stride or the momcozy V2. I will be using mostly at work I need it to be quite and more discreet. I move around a lot at work as well. thank you!
@@savanahwhittington9424 no actually always pump a little longer when I use wearables. I find wearables just need a little extra pumping time when compared to a traditional wall pump
I’m so glad I’m not the only one that stores in the fridge then washes at night 😅 how do you feel about the suction on this one? I usually use the medela hospital grade one from like WIC as a rentable (big yellow one) because I wayyy over produce but I need my own and I don’t want attached to a wall since I have 4 other kids and one makes it a little awkward so I want hands free hidden
How does the milk pour out? I am trying to decide between Lansinoh Discreet Duo Wearable Breast Pump and this one. What would you choose? I am a teacher and like to be outside with my 4yo during the summer.
The pour holes at the tops! Both are great pumps. The Elvie only has one motor, an app, and lighter cups. The Lansinoh is tubeless. Just depends on your preference!
Thank you for this review. I think I need a wearable for work, but I've heard from others that the original Elvie did not empty them completely. Does this empty better than the original? Also, I saw that you reviewed the MomCozy M5 as well. Which do you like more between the Elvie Stride and the MomCozy M5? Is one louder than the other? Do they empty equally well?
They both empty me well but with all wearables I just tack on 2 or 3 minutes of pumping time to be safe. Both are pretty quiet but you can hear them in a quiet room. I'd reccomend the stride or Momcozy V2 (I'm gonna put out a video soon!) for bigger chested women because the cups don't have motors on them to weigh you down. Otherwise, the M5 and S12 pro are nicer in my opinion because you don't have to worry about the tubes.
Hi! I have the Spectra pump but recently got the Elvie for mobility! Can you advise on what Elvie setting I should be using?? On the spectra I typically do massage 70 (level 2 or 3) then expression 54 (3 or 4)
I’d do 2 min on massage then switch to expression. You should feel nice pull without it being painful. A level 4 or 5 may do the trick but everyone’s body responds differently ❤️
I like them both but I do feel like the parts/motor on this one may last longer. That being said the momcozy S12 does work very nicely, holds a lot of milk, and is easy to do the fridge hack with
This one is great because you don’t have to undress! The BabyBuddha is crazy strong though if you need that. I found the Stride to be plenty strong for me and I have great output with it but I know some Mamas need that crazy BabyBuddha strength.
You can the only thing is some women do not get quite as much with wearables which could be an issue if you end up exclusively pumping. I'd recommend having a traditional pump too if you can.
I watched the video in its entirety but not sure if I missed how many oz each cup holds. Could you please let me know? If you answered already I apologize in advance
Hi! I am debating between the Elvie Stride and the Zomee Fit. Which one would you say is easier (less parts) to assemble and clean? Also, is one easier to pour milk out of than the other? The Elvie looks like it doesn't balance super well upright...
Yeah I would go with the Zomee fit based off of what you seem to be looking for. It is easier to assemble and handle. I'd say they are about the same when it comes to ease of cleaning. The Zomee fit just doesn't have an app. Depends if that matters to you. ❤
Hi! This is my second child and I will again be mainly breastfeeding, but am hoping to build freezer milk supply for emergency and occasional bottle. I had an over supply of milk with my first and had to pump after nursing, so I am anticipating the same. I used the spectra S2 with my first and enjoyed the suction strength and comfort, but prefer to not be stuck to a chair/plug with my second. I am debating between the Elvie Stride Plus Double Electric Breast Pump or the Willow Go Wearable Double Electric Breast Pump and after watching both of your videos, I am still not sure on which. Given my above info and that I like a strong hospital grade suction, which pump would you recommend? Or would you recommend the Lansinoh Wearable Double Electric Breast Pump over those two?
So if you plan on doing the fridge hack I'd deff go with the Stride or Lansinoh wearable. The Willow Go is great, the motor is just in the middle so you have to take it apart if you want to put your parts in the fridge. You might like the Stride better if you are bigger chested because it's lighter in the bra. Or you may like the Lansinoh if you just want to be tube free or not mess with an app.
Yes! If possible I’d have a wall pump too though. I don’t personally but some women say they get less output with wearables. I find I get the same I just have to tack on another minute or two
Maybe try going down another insert even though that is pretty small. If you are getting swollen and feeling pain when tugging but not like it’s hitting the sides that can mean you need to go down an insert size.
Ive used xsmall pumppal flanges. I measured 15mm nips so i know the stride cushions recommend 19mm if your a 15mm. I chose the 17s they they will be here saturday cause i cant use the pump with these hard flanges and after speaking with the creator of pretty pump inserts she recommended her 17mm for 15 mm nips cause they run a little small ive used 13mm inserts and my nips wont move
I love my Elvie but it is helpful for 1st time moms to have a traditional plug in pump as well as a wearable. Sometimes moms don't respond as well to the wearables and your supply could go down if you end up exclusively pumping .
Hi I’m debating the Elvie stride or the momcozy V2. I will be using mostly at work I need it to be quite and more discreet. I move around a lot at work as well. thank you!
If you need inserts to get the proper sizing (the 21mm is too big for me), do they need to come from Elvie? If not, where would you recommend looking? I am not very familiar with the ins and outs of breast pumps, so thank you for this video!
@@MadisonLoethen It is not getting any milk when I put it on. And the shield size is correct but I don’t get any amount while I get some when I use the manual one. Also it is not hand free, I should still hold it in a specific position to get some drops out. that is disappointing really.
@@Tasneemrodesly something is deff wrong. I wonder if it could be a bra problem since it's not staying in place. Try using a semi-snug sports bra. You want it to have a nice suction without any chance of the seal being broken once it's on. For example, if it is not on straight and the seal is broken because the top is exposed to air instead of skin, it will not pump correctly. Also maybe double-check my assembly demo and make sure all your parts are on correctly.
I’m having issues with the pump. Have you experience milk back flow into the tubing? The milk isn’t draining into the collection area. I’ve taking it apart - cleaned and reassembled and had this happen again. Please help😢
I saw you reviewed the Horigen wearable too, which is at a similar pricepoint. Is there one that is superior over the other, in your opinion? Can they both be used flawlessly WITHOUT the app? How do they compare in terms of noise level? Great videos, thanks!
Yes! I think I’d go with the Elvie Stride over the Horigen I reviewed because the Stride is quieter, and I feel like the parts may last longer. The Horigen’s screen is better though as the Stride does rely heavily on the app for use
