Breastfeeding is a huge part of my life and has been for the past 6 1/2 years. It seems like I have been breastfeeding for that long with very little time in between! It’s about right too. The only time I had from breastfeeding was when I was pregnant and then we began breastfeeding again. I also breastfeed for about 18 months. That may or may not seem that long to some people. For me, it was just right. I have never really needed a breast pump since I don’t work outside of the home.  That doesn’t mean that I haven’t always had one. It’s just one of those necessities that you should have around.

I was introduced to Simplisse through an email. I was a skeptic at first. I am hard to sell on breast pumps because my first pump experience was horrid. I attempted one that nearly tore my nipples off. That is a huge problem when you are nursing and have sore nipples. Besides don’t ya need those to breastfeed? I thought so! With Isabelle, I attempted a manual pump. I loved it. It was uncomfortable at times but it wasn’t painful. Of course I didn’t get the amount of milk that I thought I could get. I tried another pump with my last baby. I did love it. It was an electric and made it easy to get the milk. It also came with batteries for traveling. I just hated having all these tubes going everywhere.

Simplisse is a manual breast companion that is unlike traditional breast pumps. When I first attempted the Simplisse, I was surprised. I could barely tell that it was doing anything. I thought to myself, “Oh what did I get myself into, didn’t these people even try their own product?” Then the milk started flowing within seconds! I couldn’t even feel it! I had to actually watch the milk flowing to believe it.

Simplisse also offers other breastfeeding products to help promote an exceptional breastfeeding experience. The lanolin-free nipple cream is like a light cream texture that feels soothing for sore nipples. Perfect to heal those cracks and chapped nipples. It is also safe for mom and baby. The breast pump cleaning wipes make cleaning your Simplisse a lot easier! I have read a lot of negative comments on how many pieces are in the pump. I did find it was a pain to clean if I didn’t clean it right away. So after every pumping I would take a wipe out and clean everything the milk touched. No need to take the whole thing apart. Once I figured out this little tip, it didn’t matter how many parts were involved.

As with any pump, don’t expect too much at the beginning from your Simplisse. It is best used when your milk has come in. It may take a little time to start getting more milk out during these pumping sessions. The manual pumps are very handy when traveling. No tubes going everywhere, simply slip under your shirt and pump. Of course, practice safe pumping by letting someone else drive while you pump!

Since I don’t expect you to just take my word for the Simplisse, I am giving you a chance to win one! Simplisse will be shipping not only a manual breast pump but other products as well! In your box you will receive:

• Manual Breast Pump
• Disposable Breast Pads
• Breastmilk Storage Bags
• Breast Pump Cleaning Wipes
• Lanolin-Free Nipple Cream
• Essential Lactation Supplements to replace prenatals

To win the Simplisse Breastfeeding Companion:

Leave a comment here telling me one of the breastfeeding tips from Simplisse.

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I have breastfed my last three daughters exclusively. I did attempt with my first daughter and failed miserably! What led to my failure was my lack of knowledge about breastfeeding. I was told that she was eating too often because she wasn’t getting enough. I was told that my milk was not enough by an RN! So I believed it. I started to give her formula. When I began nursing my third daughter, I started researching breastfeeding. I realized that I was lied to. I felt cheated out of my breastfeeding relationship. I went on to successful exclusively breastfeed my next three daughters! I’m still nursing my 9 month old. But the other two nursed for 18 months!

Shari Criso teaches a breastfeeding class known as “Simply Breastfeeding: The Criso Breastfeeding Method”. Now this class is offered on DVD! This makes it easy for all new moms to find a resourceful class that is informative!

Shari Criso is a Certified Nurse Midwife, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, nationally recognized parenting educator, entrepreneur, and most importantly, loving wife & proud mother of two amazing daughters, Jade and Talia (ages 7 and 4).

I found that Simply Breastfeeding is an extremely informative resource. Because I breastfed for so long and researched thoroughly, I thought for sure it wouldn’t teach me anything. I was proved wrong! The Simply Breastfeeding DVD combined with a workbook helps new parents learn how to have a successful breastfeeding relationship. It also helps parents learn why they should work for a successful relationship.

Shari Criso expressed the important role that dad’s play in the breastfeeding relationship. It’s not just a mom’s game! Dad’s can be just as important in making sure that the breastfeeding relationship goes as desired. Dad’s can help mom’s reach the goals that are desired.

This DVD should be an easily accessible resource for all pregnant moms that do not have the ability to get to a breastfeeding class. I have heard many times how the lactation consultant was not available leading to a failed breastfeeding relationship. I have also heard all the myths about when your milk comes in. This DVD will reassure you that your baby is not starving! Shari builds your confidence in your body that YOU can do it!

If you are pregnant with your first or fifth baby, check out this DVD from My Baby Experts! It is a 2 hour DVD but it has the convenience of pausing and coming back! So grab a pencil, download your workbook and get to watching!