The Zomee Z2 is a very interesting pump, it puts all of the work upfront and then takes the rest of the shift off. The first 10 minutes of any session I’ve ever had with the Zomee Z2 has always been impressive. The amount of milk it’s able to pull in those first few minutes leads you to believe that this pump can “empty” you in record time. This unfortunately can give you a false sense of security which can lead to a decrease in supply, if in fact, you’re leaving milk behind regularly.
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Why is this happening?
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The Zomee Z2 has 3 modes: 2-phase, massage and expression. I cannot and will not pump in the first two modes. First of all, this double electric pump alternates suction during a session; imagine milking a cow. The first two modes are very stimulating (& triggering for me), the third mode is far more comfortable but still quite stimulating due to the alternating straight pull suction pattern. In my experience and opinion due to this overstimulation my body is quick to respond but after 10 minutes my body has had enough and is unable to trigger another letdown. This can be both good and bad. I’ve been finding when I’m in a hurry to pump the Zomee Z2 has been perfect for moving milk as fast as possible. When I’m a pinch or on the go with the need to move milk fast this is a great option but keep in mind you may very well be leaving milk behind. Think collection cups, mobile in your bra pumps; they’re great to get a session in but shouldn’t be relied on solely for primary use. That all said, if I need an effective session and have the time to put in, this pump is not my first choice.
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⚡️Pro Tip⚡️
When first turned on this pump defaults to 2 phase, level 1 (which I am NOT a fan). My advice is to turn the pump ON, press PAUSE, THEN move the settings to where you prefer & begin pumping.
This practice has made this pump tolerable, getting triggered every time I turned this pump on was not a good way for me to begin my session.
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I wouldn’t use this pump as primary nor would I recommend it as primary. Its size and ability to move milk fast can be ideal for a session on the go but the suction pattern may make your toes curl if you’re not into quick fast tugs.
Check this Zomee Z2 chit- chat out for an in person explanation of why I like and dislike this pump!
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I loved my Z2 with the collection cups. I loved the suction because I needed to release my milk fast sometimes so this was the one I reached for.
I was able to store over 900oz of milk in just 3 months. I only pumped once or twice a day. Usually between 11pm-3am and 7am-10am sometimes I did evening pumps but I really slowed down to just one pump a day after 1 1/2 months.
I was never able to pump with my 1st. But with my 2nd and since I had just stopped nursing my first a year and a half ago I think I was able to keep some kind of supply.
I did occasional oatmeal but the Legendairy milk pumping Gold supplements were life changing! I didn’t take anything else but that and my prenatals. I’m pregnant with my 3rd. I’m getting this pump again with the collection cups through my insurance I mainly love the fact that it’s the only pump with cups through my insurance that I can interchange with my other pumps. I was gifted the genie advance pump this year so I’m super excited to use that one too.
This pump sucks. It only comes on if it’s plugged in. Ive been asking for days for new flanges. They were overnighting them still don’t have them. Down right ridiculous. My son is in icu and can’t breast feed him right now.
This pump sucks. It only comes on if it’s plugged in. Ive been asking for days for new flanges. They were overnighting them still don’t have them. Down right ridiculous. My son is in icu and can’t breast feed him right now.