Buying Breast Pump Accessories/Other Baby Products
I’m so lucky. Today, my girlfriend found her Medela Pump in Style Breast Pump that she had stored for five years or so, and she gave it to me. So, cross that item off the list of “Babies Products that I need.” I do, however, have to buy the kit that includes the tubing, collection bottles, breast suction cups, etc. I’ll probably buy it at my new favorite store, Kangaroo Kids.
Amazingly, it looks like that kit is going to cost about $50. But, considering it would cost me about $250 to buy this Medela pump new, I think I’m doing okay.
I also asked my pediatrician the other day what type of electronic/digital thermometer he recommends. He told me to buy two of the cheap, digital ones from Walgreens — one for under the arm, and the other to use in the baby’s bottom. He said the ear thermometers shouldn’t be used on an infant less than four months old, and that they are seldom very accurate, anyway. I was really surprised at his answer. Then he went on to tell me that the plain old mercury thermometer is really the best bet for either end of the baby. I already have those, so maybe I’ll just purchase a pair of cheap Walgreen’s digital thermometers and call it a day on that front, too.
I’ve been looking at baby monitors, and there are just too many from which to choose. Any suggestions? I also need to buy a cradle mattress (my cousin is loaning me a beautiful wooden cradle). Slowly, but surely, I’m getting ready.
