Our Guide To The Best Breast Pumps

It’s time to get pumped up about the year’s hottest breast pumps! Have questions about feeding gear? Fret not—our annual guide to the best breast pumps has everything you need to weather the feeding frenzy in fine fashion!

Ameda Purely Yours CarryAll Breast Pump
The Ameda HygieniKit Milk Collection System, included with this pump, is the only breast pump kit with an FDA-cleared proven protective barrier. Proven Airlock Protection keeps tubing dry by preventing air flow between the expressed milk and pump tubing while pumping so milk stays safe. $179-199, ameda.com
Dr. Brown’s Manual Breast Pump
The patented Gentle Compression Technology of the Dr. Brown’s Manual Breast Pump is designed to help minimize tugging and pinching. The Super-Soft BabyFace Flexible Breastcup gently puffs in and out to emulate baby’s mouth, tongue, and jaw action, designed to create a comfortable pumping experience for mom. The pump is BPA-free and dishwasher safe. $34.99, drbrownsbaby.com
Evenflo Feeding Advanced Double Electric Breast Pump
Not only does Evenflo’s Advanced Double Electric Breast Pump come with three of the most important features—a closed system, independent speed and suction control and multiple flange sizes—it also includes free online breast pumping classes with an IBCLC. Powered via cord or battery, the pump is great for use at home or at the office. This breast pump is a win, win as it retails for a great value as well. $99, evenflofeeding.com
Hygeia EnJoye LBI Breast Pump with Deluxe Tote Set
Designed for long-term and frequent pumping when battery pumping is required, the EnJoye is a hospital-grade performing, personal-use, double electric breast pump. It mimics baby’s suckling patterns with customizable speed and pressure controls. All pump parts that come into contact with breast milk are BPA- and DEHP-free. $279, hygeiainc.com
Lansinoh Smartpump Double Electric Breastpump
The Smartpump connects Lansinoh’s pump technology to your smartphone via Bluetooth using the free Lansinoh Baby app for track pumping sessions, baby’s activities, and more. This pump offers three customizable pumping styles to mimic baby’s natural feeding pattern to maximize milk production and comfort. A hygienic closed system design guarantees no milk backup in tubing or motor for easier cleaning. You also get two sizes of ComfortFit flanges, a cooler bag with ice pack, four bottles, two bottle stands, and a carrying tote. $199.99, shop.lansinoh.com
Medela Sonata
Sonata is a smart breast pump offering hospital-level performance in a personal-use breast pump. It connects to the MyMedela app to track baby’s activities and get unlimited access to clinically-proven support and tips. MyMedela pairs with Sonata to record pumping sessions, including the phase, rhythm, and suction level. Through the app, mom receives encouragement based on her goals, as well as real-time notifications directly to her smart phone, reminding her to charge her breast pump or complete a pump session. Sonata is also the quietest Medela pump ever, and weighs just 2 lbs. $399.99, medela.com
NUK Simply Natural Freemie Cups
The Simply Natural Freemie Collection Cups (which are compatible with most leading double electric breastpumps) are a discreet pumping accessory that allow moms to pump hands-free, under their clothes. The Freemie cups allow moms to pump on their own terms, any time and any place. The cups fit snugly under a bra and feature a concealable design—mom can easily place cups inside bra and connect to a pump, pump directly into cups, then pour into storage containers. Two Collection Cups, one Connection Kit, and four Funnels, $59.99; nuk-usa.com
Philips Avent Comfort Double Electric Breast Pump
This BPA-free double electric pump has a unique design that lets moms to pump in an upright position, allowing a comfortable pumping experience. The innovative massage petals in the soft breast cushion mimic baby’s natural sucking to help stimulate letdown and milk flow. Plus, this pump makes it easy to combine breast and bottle feeding. $199, philips.us/avent
Willow Breast Pump
Due to officially hit shelves this spring, Willow is changing the pumping game. Willow is the first all-in-one breast pump that fits easily inside a bra—it’s mobile, discreet, and hands-free. Willow’s design reimagines the breast pump so that women no longer need to be tethered to the wall and undressed while they pump. Willow is connected to an app that tracks milk volume and time, as well as past pumping trends. willowpump.com

CBE Kids Summer Day Camps

<span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Congregation Beth Elohim is so excited to announce the return of CBE Kids Day Camps starting THIS summer! <span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Two programs will be offered in summer 2022: Elementary Day Camp and Camp Kef Hebrew Language Camp, both for rising Kindergarten to 4th graders. A typical day will include community building through play, and activities such as sports, art, computer coding, dance, instructional and free swim in our indoor pool, and much more. Camp Kef Hebrew Language Camp offers all of the same great activities in a Hebrew immersion setting appropriate for dual language learners, native speakers, and kids looking to grow their Hebrew skills. <span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Both camps utilize their beautiful Temple House in the heart of Park Slope, as well as Prospect Park &mdash; CBE&rsquo;s backyard &mdash; for outdoor programming. CBE Kids aims to be a place where campers can try new things, make new friends, and grow through play. <span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">CBE can't wait to welcome everyone back to camp this summer. Whether you are a returning camper who cannot wait to get back after two summers away, or a new camper who is ready for a magical summer, there is something for everyone at CBE Kids Summer Camps! &nbsp;

Play On! Studios

Play On! Studios offers theater day camps and after-school classes on the UWS that are guaranteed to give kids a summer full of acting, music, and fun they won't soon forget! Young actors will rehearse and perform in a full production, work with professional NYC actors/teaching artists, build up their skills in a nurturing, non-competitive environment and play lots of drama games! Creative Drama Camps are perfect for kids entering grades K-4. Campers will work each week to put on a brand-new show! Each session, they will receive a script, rehearse a production, make a set and costumes, and perform their play. Kids will also play drama games, play outside (weather permitting), and have tons of fun! Musical Theater Camps are aimed at kids entering grades 4-9. In Musical Theater Performance Camp, campers put on a complete musical production in a professional NYC theater! Campers will stretch their skills with drama exercises and games, vocal coaching, field trips, and building a professional set. Our incredible teaching artists and campers come together to put on a truly remarkable show! During the school year, classes are great for beginners or more experienced actors - sing, dance, and put on a play! Whether your child is just starting out, or ready for Broadway, we&rsquo;ve got the class for them. Classes are available for grades PreK-8, after school or on Saturdays! Come play with us. &nbsp;

Dwight Summer Camp

Mix and match weeks &mdash; and make summer your own! We offer children ages 4-12 a wide range of age-appropriate creative, athletic, and action-packed activities! Campers can also focus on one area in our Specialty Camps, from dodgeball and tennis, to theater and performing arts. With swim instruction in our six-lane indoor pool, great trips, and Friday PJ-DJ parties, the fun never ends! We offer chaperoned bus transportation and extended day options. Learn more at an Open House, meet our team of Camp professionals, and see why Dwight Summer Camp is the right fit for your child! Open Houses: March 11, 3 pm; April 13, 5:30 pm (virtual); May 6, 3 pm Register for an Open House <a href="https://dwightsummercamp.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://dwightsummercamp.org/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1678381305752000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3px3zJN2Ske-QDJAX_pEGA">here</a>. Register for Camp <a href="https://dwightsummercamp.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://dwightsummercamp.org/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1678381305752000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3px3zJN2Ske-QDJAX_pEGA">here</a> and use code NYF23 to save 3%! We Believe in Summer!