Medela Pump In Style Advanced Double Breastpump: 100% Insurance Covered!

Like most people, I can't stand to see my medical deductions on my pay stub. Every two weeks, I wonder why in the world does medical insurance have to be so expensive?! Well, it has finally paid off, at least for me. Well not paid off, but I can say I'm grateful to have medical insurance and the one reason why (among other things) is that my insurance covers breast pumps 100%. Amazing right?

I plan to use the pump when or if I cannot endure the pain of breastfeeding and because I will more than likely drink occasionally. This will give me some liberty to drink occasionally while also storing milk that does not contain any alcohol. (I'm sure people will judge women who do this, but I suggest researching the topic before doing so and/or to get a life...). 

For months, I watched the prices of breast pumps fluctuate. Most ranging in price from $200 -$300. Somehow one night I came across a review of the Medela brand stating that breast pumps are now covered by "most" insurances, which of course was news to me, thanks to the Affordable Care Act, which was signed in 2010. You can find more information on the act @ www.hhs.gov/healthcare/rights/index.html.

After calling my insurance company, it was confirmed -my insurance not only covers breast pumps but lactation classes as well! Not to mention, I do not have the best of insurance...but I'll save that subject for another blog. Many mommies rave over Medela, which offers a variety of versions -some with tote bags and additional accessories like storage bottles, etc. My insurance, however, only covered the "starter kit" 100% but would pay a percentage if I wanted a version that had added accessories. Since I have plenty of tote bags, breast milk storage bags, etc. I decided the starter kit to be best for my needs.The kit comes with:

• 2 breastshields
• 2 connectors
• 2 valves and membranes
• 2 BPA free 5oz. storage bottles with lids  (and one nipple) 
• 2 tubing
• 1 power adaptor
• 1 faceplate

Medela Pump In Style Advanced Double Breastpump

Tonight, I actually purchased (6) additional Medela 5oz. storage containers at Amazon for $14.99 simply to have additional on hand. Although, I'm using the Medela pump and storage bottles, I plan to pour the milk from the storage bottles into the Avent bottles, which I also blogged about recently.

After using the product I plan to update this post with my experience. Again, I've heard nothing but great things about Medela pumps. I suggest any mother who plans to breastfeed to research the possibility of receiving one covered by your insurance.