Philips AVENT Isis On The Go Set

I have 2 of these pumps and they are fantastic. I find it to be easy and efficient to use...and I've been using it for over a year. It is THE BEST hand pump on the market. I ALSO have a Medela Pump N Style double electric pump...but I must say that the Avent Isis works just as well. I alternate between the two types of pumps depending on my schedule. I keep my Pump In Style at work...as it is faster to pump both sides at once...but I use the Avent Isis at home and on weekends...or if I am going to be away from the office for business travel, tradeshows, or off site meetings. It is compact and small and easy to pack for the day or a trip, etc. It is comfortable...you have a lot of control over the suction...and I can express just as much milk with this hand pump as I can with my electric pump.

All of the Avent products are fantastic. I can't recommend them more highly. My biggest advice to anyone looking into breast pumps is NOT to buy ANYTHING sold by formula...Read more

I tried several "NEW" electric/battery designs before I found this manual set. It is the best! I was worried about going back to work and having to pump every 2-3 hours and make so much noise in the restroom. Yet I was also concerned about the length of time I thought a manual pump would take. This back-to-work set was the answer to both of those concerns! I made sure my milk supply was well established (it only took three weeks for me before I started pumping). I was able to pump 4-6 oz in about 5 minutes and up to 9+ in under 10 minutes (and absolutely silently!) The washable breast pads were great for night, but I used super thin ones during the day. The pump is easy and fast to assemble, and easy to clean. I stored the bottles right at my desk and the ice packs kept them cold all afternoon. And now that I am not nursing anymore, the two 4 ounce bottles and two 9 ounce bottles that are included with the set are always in use for his formula. He won't drink from any...Read more

I am a first time mom to a newborn who has problems latching on when I try to breastfeed, mainly because he has a tongue thrust. I resorted to pumping to help maintain my milk supply and continue giving my son the benefits of breast milk. This back to work set is definitely worth the price! I also have a Medela Pump In Style and both products work just about the same, although the Avent Isis is definitely quieter. I can express the same amount of milk as I would using the Medela Pump In Style - usually about 4-6 oz. in 5-8 minutes. The set packs into a discreet "lunch bag," so you can feel comfortable taking it to work and keeping your milk cold thanks to the freezer paks. I also like the fact that you can actually see the milk spray into the funnel. I think the secret to this successful product are the petals that help to stimulate the areola when you pump - very similar to your baby on the breast (this also helps maintain milk supply). Although I wouldn't recommend this...Read more