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It has a handle! Yes, I do like that it has a handle.Here’s what I love about the overall design and function:

Okay, these features are really what set the Spectra apart from the Medela for me. This pump also doesn’t have too many parts to clean! And who doesn’t love that? The Medela definitely has more tiny parts to clean 4. I feel like the suction is great, and they are super easy to replace as needed because they all have a universal fit. I like the Spectra parts a lot! I personally prefer the duckbills that the Spectra (and Motif) offer over Medela parts. If you do have insurance the pink one is almost always fully covered under most insurance plans, with the blue being a small upgrade. The blue Spectra does have added features (including a built-in battery for wireless pumping!) so the added cost does make sense. The pink one is $160, and the blue is $200. This pump is pretty affordable even if you don’t have insurance. I thought my body responded really well to it, and I never felt full afterward. I used a Spectra S2 for my whole breastfeeding journey with Walter, and honestly, I loved it. Old faithful! This is a great pump, it does an AMAZING job. It’s shared in my pump review highlight so go check it out! 6 Pros of the Spectra S2 1. It took some trial and error, and tips from others but this totally works for me! put together an awesome cheat sheet with all this info. For the last few minutes I’m at the highest suction I can handle, a level 12.

For the rest of the pumping session, I slowly ramp up the suction.

I’ll keep those settings going until my milk slows, and then I hit that bacon button again to speed it up and try to get another let down, which leads to more milk!.

Then I keep it at the lowest reps (38) but strong suction, like a 7 or 8.

When you press this, it slows down the pump but the suction is more intense.

I let the let down go for 1-2 minutes and then I hit the bacon button! Hah, technically the massage mode.

I leave those settings until I let down (milk starts spraying and coming out faster).

Then I switch it to fast mode, put it on the highest reps (70) and highest suction that I can handle (typically a 4 to start).

Turn it on and turn it down to my normal pump level, typicall a 7-8 (yours might be different!).

Okay so here’s how I use the Spectra S2 (and I’m an old pro, remember this was my only pump with my first!) A few of you even messaged me to tell me you pumped way more than usual by following my tips! Hooray! I always think it’s helpful to hear how other people use their pumps, especially as a first-time mom. What’s included with your Spectra S2 How to use Spectra S2: My settings and such If your insurance covers the Spectra and you don’t want to deal with reimbursement or other options, I say go for it! But let’s get into the details a bit more. I used this pump for my entire first breastfeeding journey and it got the job done well. It’s a very well-known and popular pump, and for good reason! There’s really nothing bad to say about it.

This means no milk or moisture can accumulate in the tubing. The Spectra S2 is a traditional, double electric pump with a closed tubing system. Looking for more breast pump reviews and resources? Get more support from the Instagram community! Join over 530k mamas for tips and solidarity on all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum! Spectra S2 breast pump review The Spectra S2 at a Glance.But if you’ve got choices, go for the Motif Luna!.Medela cons: 6 reasons I wouldn’t get this pump.Medela pros: 5 Things I like about this pump.Medela Pump in Style breast pump review.