I am so thankful that Nuby let me try out their Rhythm Dual-Action Electric Breast Pump and Sterilizer Kit because my first two weeks of nursing Erik were pretty rough. This is typical for me with every baby. A hungry and unschooled newborn can cause some damage pretty quick, which leads me to start dreading those constant feedings. Blisters, bruises and cracks are no fun to nurse through, so having a breast pump on hand to gently get the milk out until things heal can be a life-saver.
Our kit included everything pictured above:
- Electric breast pump with personalized programming unit
- Breast pump standing cradle
- Manual breast pump hood and handle
- Battery pack, adapater and spare parts
- Compact travel sterilizer
- Bonus accessories: 6 disposable breast pads, 5 oz. “Natural Nurser” bottle with slow flow nipple (the pump is compatible with all Nuby “Natural Touch” bottles and cups)
The learning curve for this pump is pretty simple. I had it assembled very quickly and read through the user manual in 5 minutes. Being very engorged from putting off feedings for too long, I used it right away and got about 4 ounces of milk pumped from my “sore” side. Ahhh, relief!! The flexible silicone horn was comfortable and fit fine. By my bra size, I would fall in the large-breasted category, so I was worried it might be too snug. The silicone piece is actually a thin liner which fits into the horn, and this enables it to “flex” and create more efficient, yet comfortable, suction.
Like more expensive double electric pumps, the Nuby Rhythm has two settings which mimic breastfeeding: fast and light to encourage letdown, and then slow/stronger to extract milk once things are flowing. It also has a neat little feature where it remembers the rhythm level that you previously used. The next time you pump, it goes through the preset program, so you literally just push one button and sit back to let it do the work.
The pump can also be used manually by working the handle repeatedly with your fingers, creating a simple vacuum effect. I didn’t get as much milk that way. Still, it works good in a pinch if you don’t have access to electricity or just want to express a little.
The whole unit is very compact and portable, which is one thing I really like about it. Of course, this is partly due to the fact that it’s not a double pump; you have to do one side at a time. But if you want that premium feature, you have to pay more for it. Most good double pumps are well over $100. The amount of use your pump will get is a factor when making a purchase; for an occasional use pump I would say the Nuby is a great choice, and it’s certainly affordable. I saw it today on Amazon.com for about $72.00 (with free shipping).
The Nuby Rhythm Pump can be run from a standard wall outlet, or use the battery pack with AA batteries (I would recommend the heavy-duty kind).
And like all Nuby products, the breast pump is backed up by their amazing customer service. In fact, I contacted Nuby about the adjustable valve on my pump, which was a bit “tight” and hard to adjust. They put a replacement piece in the mail to me immediately, with an apology for the inconvenience.
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I am excited to breast feed our daughter when she arrives! This is our first!
Don’t give up! Sometimes it is hard the first time, and baby isn’t getting it, but they will and you will both become more comfortable!
Please can someone help me…… I have just got one of these pumps but there is no booklet. What do the buttons do and how do I programme it?
Many thanks
Looking forward to trying to breast feed me little one
I’m pregnant with my first and hope to breast feed for at least a year.
I’m going strong at 15 months of being a pump-at-work/nurse-at-home mama! It’s a challenge but doable. I found the book “The Milk Memos” to be very helpful and quick to read when I was just starting out. For me doing compressions while I pump (with my Medela PISA) means the difference between a 1oz pump and a 6oz pump — SO GET SQUEEZING!
Such a neat pump! I would love to try this one out. I need a new pump for my baby due in just a couple of months.
Be persistant. Sometimes it takes time to get it established, but you will get there. Just keep trying
I will be nursing for the first time come June… can’t wait, it is one of the things I’m most looking forward to
Tips- don’t supplement with formula unless it is advised by your doctor, your body does produce enough milk. And the more you put your baby to your breast= the more milk you produce… The more you supplement, the less milk you produce
I really want to try breast feeding my child. I hope I can make a go of it. I’m sure it’s hard and I’m a little nervous about it.
I wasn’t really able to pump much since I didn’t think I would need to stick with it in the beginning. Now I wish I had built up a stash to donate. Lord knows I had the supply! This time I’ll be nursing my 3.5yo and a newborn, but I will still try to pump too.
I would love to win this pump for my best friend who his having another baby after 12 years. Nuby is such a great brand so I know this will be a nice one!!!
well since I’m a guy I don’t have input
just want to win this for my sister who just had her baby on the 12th.
I’m due in 3 weeks with Baby #2 and excited about breastfeeding, but a pump definitely helps!
Let the boobies air out. I got mastitis because I was a bit modest the first couple of days.
Don’t give up.
I’d give this to one of my two best friends, both due this summer.
It can be hard in the very beginning for first time moms, do what works for you. People will be full of advice on how to do things, but do what works for you. My daughter didn’t want to eat in the regular holds. She liked to sit up on my lap instead of laying down, or football hold. She had her own way of eating. Just try different things and see what works for your baby, no two babies are the same!
I love nursing, but hate pumping! So, anything that makes pumping better is amazing in my book. Try to relax and use lanolin when pumping. It helps so much. *disclaimer I’m writing this and pumping, so maybe that’s why my comment is filled with so much angst!
I never had a hard time with pumping but with my first one I only had a hand operated pump and my hand would get really sore, so I would love to try an electric pump when this next baby arrives.
My first is due this year, and I’m going to try to breastfeed and then pump when I have to go back to work.
I haven’t used a pump before, but I am definitely nervous about blisters and bruises. My sister warned me!
I can honestly say that I have never breastfed before, but I do plan to do so once I have children. I have heard great things about the Tommee Tippee pumps, and I did not know that Nuby had one. I would love to read more about this pump and like always, I enjoyed your review!
this will be my first time breast feeding.
If you are going to be pumping away from home (i.e. work), make sure you have a private, quiet place where you won’t be bothered and can relax. I learned that thinking about my baby helped my milk “let down” much faster than worrying about what was going on at work!.
Looking forward to breast feeding!
Keep hydrated!
dont give up and pump pump pump.
Looking forward to nursing baby #6 this summer! Breast pumps are a necessity the first few weeks!!
It took me about two months of pain and discomfort before I got the hang out nursing but it was so worth it because nursing was a wonderful bonding time with my daughter. Don’t give up if you are struggling. I would tell myself that I would do it one more day, then one more week, and soon I had adjusted. It was so worth it!
I’ll be a first time mom in March so I don’t have any thoughts or tips on breastfeeding. I’m just hoping things go well for my little girl and I and that we won’t run into any problems we can’t overcome!
Been researching this product and am really looking forward to using it! Even if I don’t win the giveaway I’m still going to purchase this pump!
With my first I worked evenings in Labor and Delivery and pumped my milk, but manually – not with a pump. Worked fine and we nursed for 23 months.
I don’t have any advice because this will be my first and I’m excited to breastfeed. Thanks for all the advice everyone!
Just keep at it, and position is everything!
I was so challenged with breastfeeding my last one and I had a double electric pump, which ended up dying on me, but I really would have liked one that offered both electric and manual for those pesky car rides home (while my husband is driving, not me!).
to extract the most milk with a pump, you need to massage the breasts, this also prevent getting clogged milk ducts
how long does it take to prep and clean the pump. In the past i found manual pump much faster.
It only takes a few seconds to take apart so you can wash the parts. I didn’t see much difference in prep time between the electric and manual settings. Anne
I’m a big nursing enthusiast…so any pump is better than no if you are a working mom and can use it to enable you to feed your baby. Or if you just want to go out, or create a stash…there are many uses.
I’ve had two babies in NICU and pumping was crucial for us. The second one wasn’t even able to nurse at all until she was over a week old. She started out on IV nutrients and then moved to tube feedings (with my milk) before I was finally able to nurse her. I’m so thankful I had a good pump at the time.
I would just say don’t give up. I pumped for my daughter for a year and although it was hard, it was totally worth it.
I’m blessed to be having my first soon and plan on breast feeding. Definitely nervous for some of the pain and tenderness related to breast feeding, but I know it will be worth it!!
just make sure you get in a full feeding with a nb so youre not feeding every 20 min lol. its hard to keep them away though
Drink plenty of water and DON’T GIVE UP!! I’ve met so many moms recently that just gave up breastfeeding without really giving it a try!
I’m planning to nurse so I don’t have any advice yet!
This is my first child, and I look forward to breastfeeding, and this would make it so much simpler to travel and work!
I loved breastfeeding! But pumping allowed my husband quality bonding time with baby and now with #4 I am going to breastfeed again! Looking forward to it!
I have breastfed my to older kids, but I haven’t ever tried a breast pump. I’m working now so I think a breast pump will help out a lot.
Best advice I can give is when using a pump for the first time, start gentle…I used the hospital pump with my daughter and was in such a rush I ended up hurting myself. Had scabs for a few days and had no idea why till quite awhile after.
Dont give up. Keep trying. Breatfeeding is something that needs to be learned..both mom and baby. Pumps are definitely great for when baby starts sleeping thru the night…it allows you to still keep your supply going at night and it is great to have bottles for when you take a girls night out and daddy can feed the baby.
Super nervous to have our first this fall. I was just thinking today that I need to make sure to look into a good pump!