If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a mom of 6 young kids, it’s this: you’ve got to find tools to make your life easier or you’ll drown in the chaos. Between working from home, homeschooling, and tandem nursing my 2.5 year old and 7 month old, I don’t exactly have time to sit down and pump. Add in the fact that we just wrapped up a 6000 mile road trip (yes, you read that right!) and you can understand why I needed a simple, portable, and reliable breast pump.
That is exactly what I found with the Momcozy M9 Bundle, which includes the M9 Mobile Flow Hands Free Breast Pump and the Jelly Strip Support Nursing Bra. Together, they gave me the comfort, flexibility, and peace of mind I needed to keep going through long days on the road and long nights at home.
Why This Pump Works for Me
I’ve written before about how difficult my journey with pumping has been and about how much Momcozy’s products have helped me succeed in my goal to (finally) pump enough breast milk so that I can tackle everything else on my to-do list. Prior to Momcozy pumps, I had truly tried everything.
I finally gave up pumping because the hassle was not worth it. I could never get a let down, the parts were a pain to clean, and being tied to a wall made me feel even more stuck in my already busy days.
The M9 is completely different.
It fits right in my bra without feeling awkward or bulky. Plus I can still move around, cook, homeschool, or even rock the baby while it is going.
On our road trip I used it in the car more times than I can count and it was genuinely such a life saver.
Never before have I been able to pump in the front seat and be ready for feeding time at our next stop. It was such a huge time and sanity saver…I have no idea how we ever roadtripped without it!
The suction feels natural, more like a baby’s latch, and I actually get milk out without sitting there forever.
With other pumps, I would struggle to get even one ounce during a long pumping session. It was so frustrating and defeating to waste so much time for such little payoff.
Being able to pump a bottle or two here and there has been such a relief, especially when I am trying to meet a work deadline or just want my husband to take a turn with the baby.
The Bra Makes All the Difference
I was not sure what to expect from the Momcozy Jelly Strip Nursing Bra, but I was so pleasantly surprised.
The fabric is buttery soft, the fit is comfortable, and the jelly strip technology gives real support without any wires.
For me, that is huge.
Nursing two little ones means I live in my bras, so they have to be comfortable enough to wear all day.
This one is perfect for all stages of having babies…pregnancy, immediately postpartum, and throughout your breastfeeding journey.
I love the scalloped edge underband, the semi fixed pads that actually stay put, and the way it keeps the pump steady without digging into my skin.
Honestly, it feels more like a lounge bra than a pumping bra, which is probably why I reach for it even when I am not using the pump.
It’s thin and breathable, so it’s super comfortable to wear anytime – even in Florida in the summer heat!
Because I am nursing two little ones, comfort is everything.
This bra does not dig in, it stretches with me, and it makes pumping feel less like a chore and for a mom that isn’t used to pumping (seriously, ever) that is huge for me.
I also appreciate that the bra came with an extender. This bra is so stretchy that I think the sizing would be very forgiving if you are torn between two sizes like I was.
If you’re looking for a solid nursing bra that is good quality and will stand the test of time, this is the first one you should try.
It is the best nursing bra I’ve ever tried, and I have been nursing for over a decade!
Why the M9 Bundle is the Hack Busy Moms Need
Going from nursing round the clock to actually having some free time has been life-changing.
Instead of feeling like I’m cramming even more into my day, the Momcozy M9 pump has fit seamlessly into my daily life.
When I’m reading out loud to my kids during our homeschool morning basket time, I get a pumping session in before the baby even wakes up for the day.
My husband gives the baby this bottle while I get through math with our oldest two kids.
I pump again every night while I’m making dinner.
This lets my husband give the baby a bottle in the middle of the night so I can get more than 3 hours of sleep.
While I am still primarily nursing, pumping a few bottles a week has allowed me to get so much of my old routine back without interrupting my breastfeeding relationship with my 7 month old.
Plus, I’m less stressed and feel so much less pressed for time than I did when I was exclusively nursing.
Not only has this been great for my productivity, but it has been important for my mental health as well.
If you are feeling overwhelmed by the time commitment breastfeeding requires, I really do think you should consider a hands-free pump like the M9.
If you are a busy mom who feels like pumping is just one more impossible thing on your list, I cannot recommend this bundle enough. The pump is light, quiet, and easy to clean. The bra is comfortable enough to live in. The Momcozy M9 and the Jelly Strip bra together have been the difference between giving up on nursing and actually being able to build a little stash of frozen breastmilk. More importantly, they give me flexibility that I didn’t have before. When your schedule is as packed as mine, that is invaluable. I highly suggest giving the M9 pump and bra bundle a try. I am so happy I did and I think you will be too!