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I think you can do it Chrissy!
Yeah, I think you'd be great. I get scared of the responsibility for other people's kids sometimes. You can't let it get to you. It's good to take risks.
Me (40) DH (47) & furbabies * m/c 7/08 4/12 11/12
Yeah I felt that way too when i started my job. Before I was just an assistant and would help patients with info but that is really easy. All the staff searches were done by the librarian. Suddenly that was me and I was doing searches for the doctors and nurses. And I do worry sometimes that I won't do the search correctly and miss a vital piece of research. Which affects patients lives. I know I had one who was trying to get the insurance to pay for a drug for a patient but this was an off label use. I tried so hard but I just couldn't find any evidence to support using this drug for the condition vs another drug.
I still feel over my head at times and I have been doing this five years. But when I am around librarians who have been doing this 30 years and spend most of the day searching (I don't...there are only two librarians at my place so we do a little of everything). or when a search comes in and I have to look up the terms in my medication dictionary and start looking at consumer level stuff first so I have a clue what I am looking for.
I'm thinking most my doubts are coming from a little resistance to change. I've never been afraid to ask questions and I can't remember worrying this much about a possible job change. I still wonder if changing jobs on top of everything else that's going on is the wisest idea in the world. I'm not kidding when I feel like I'm at the edge of what I can handle right now.
But things aren't all peachy at work either and has been the source of a lot of stress for me. Changing jobs is stressful, but I'm thinking it can't be worse than where I'm at now.
I had a really hard time making the decision to ask to move to Child Find, but now I can see it was the best thing I ever did. I love, love, love my current placement. But if you feel like it would be added stress to take this on I can see why you might hesitate.
I think any job that is truly a career and not simply a clock-in, clock-out job is going to come with a certain level of anxiety. I get stressed out before every single evaluation, wondering if I'm going to be able to do it right. Once I get started I'm fine most of the time but I always worry that I won't be able to see what the parents and child need me to find.
Me (40) DH (47) & furbabies * m/c 7/08 4/12 11/12
I just read some blogs about people that have intense anxiety whenever they start a new job. Although I can't remember ever experiencing anything like this, I've never really had the amount of stress on me at those times either that I have now. So that's probably contributing to it.
I've decided that if they offer me the job, I'm going to take it. If I absolutely hate it, I can always continue looking for some place that's a good fit. At least I'll be making the $ I deserve and will be comparable to others at Cornell doing the same thing I'll be doing.
Great! I'm glad you made a decision!
Me (40) DH (47) & furbabies * m/c 7/08 4/12 11/12
Good call chrissy!!!! If nothing else, you will probably learn some new skills and more money is always a good thing. Maybe that could help relieve some of the stress about the move/house and allow projects to get done faster?
Yeah for me...I worked out again today! And killed a spider egg nest downstairs.
Now I'm just working on my dear birth mom letter. Not easy to describe your relationship, your interests/hobbies, why you are choosing adoption, have to mention open adoption, your life, your home in ONE PAGE. And I have to leave room for the letterhead since they supply the paper and leave room for the picture of DH, Cosmo and I (think that it's the one I have on FB). They look at a binder of these letters and decide from there whose portfolios they would like to see so the letter is big deal in trying to show who we are and make us stand out.
And I'm generally not a wordy writer....back in the school days, I often would struggle to get the minimum pages required in papers.
What a daunting task Jennifer. Whenever I write I start out with a bullet list of ideas I'd like to include then make sentences out of those ideas. From there I string them together. That's what worked for me anyway. Good luck! I know you'll be awesome parents. I hope someone can see that and chooses you.
Chrissy, good luck with the job! When do you hear if you get it or not? I really hummed and hawed about not going back to work this year, but I know it's the right thing to do, really. I struggled because everywhere I look people are losing their jobs and here I am voluntarily leaving mine! In the end, though, I don't want to spend anymore time away from the education field. Even if I have to go in and be a teaching assistant instead of jumping right back in to teaching, at least I'll be back in the right field of where I want to be.
How's the letter writing coming along, Jennifer? I'll be having a similar problem soon when I'm applying for the teaching program that I'm interested in. I have to write a "personal statement" about why they should select me to train in their program and it has to be all about me and my passion for teaching and can only be so many words long...eek.
I went shopping today to spend some birthday money and ended up getting a great bargain from a DKNY shop; a dress that was $200 was on sale for $55, so I got it...and it was an XS and I fit in to it...I can't believe how fast I got back in to shape this time after having Cash. I seemed to carry lots of extra weight after having Travis but I guess having 2 to chase after has done the trick! (Oh, and going to zumba twice a week probably has something to do with it, too!) Sorry if I sound like I'm bragging on myself, but I'm happy!
Jennifer, good luck with the letter. It sounds stressful to write but I'm sure you'll do a great job. You two seem like you would be great parents and I'm sure that will come through in your letter.
Ash, that's great about your weight loss! I can't wear an XS anymore and I haven't even had a baby to show for it. That was fast!
Me (40) DH (47) & furbabies * m/c 7/08 4/12 11/12
I just had a look at your blog, Mandy! It's really good! I'll be checking it out often. Travis does that thing where he is so excited about what he's talking about that he gets stuck on one word sometimes and the conversation stalls for a second until he gets back on track, so it's cool to read these kinds of things are normal!
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Ash!!! Feel free to post some happy news-I know I'd be ecstatic!
I think my aftermarket boobs have made it so I'll never see S again, but they're worth it. If they weren't there, I'd be in S now though. Even at my tiniest, I was never XS because I'm too tall. Even though my structure appears very thin, my shoulders are broader than someone that's only 5'1".
Good luck on the job offer Chrissy. I hope you get it and it is a good fit for you so you won't have to think about looking for something else for a while.
Jennifer, I also think it seems pretty daunting writing a letter like that, even though I am one of those people who get a thrill out of writing something. Personal statements really aren't all that difficult for me because I draw a lot from moments in my life and tell a story to enthrall a reader. I also see it as a competition, most of these statements were for scholarships that I won and I was always thinking how I was going to write whoever else was applying, under the rug. But I think it would be different and more difficult in writing a letter to a birth family. A baby is something much more precious and all encompassing than a scholarship. It would be difficult thinking of a way to enthrall the reader, someone who may be grappling with her decision of giving up a child and wanting to pick the best parent possible for the baby. I hope that a birth mom will see what a good parent you will be through your words and message of the letter.
Thanks guys! Letter writing is going ok. We have at least a good rough draft. One of the worst is trying to format the stupid thing. Since we have to include a picture (not digital) in the upper right hand, we have to leave space for it. And of course at home we have a newer version of Word that is one we aren't that used to since we got it after we were basically done with school and really aren't writing much anymore.
I did however have to send an email to the social worker rescheduling AGAIN. Was supposed to be the 5th and we thought we would be at a funeral and just couldn't get things finished with grandma dying and us rushing down to see her. So I scheduled it for this Friday. Now grandma passed away last night and I have a strong feeling that the service will be the end of this week or this weekend. And we have to travel 4 hours each way for it.
I know we have good reason for rescheduling but I hate having to do it and feel so flakey about it.
Ashley that is FANTASTIC. I cannot even imagine being a S or XS. I am in an X but it usually has a 2 or 3 in front of it. LOL I would like to get back into my 1x tops again. I'm really bad at losing weight. My sister has been doing zumba too and really likes it...between that, the personal trainer a few times a week and basically exercise of some sort every day, she's lost 55 lbs in the past year. I didn't care for zumba at all (tried the Wii version) but I'm super uncoordinated and cannot dance. Well at least I did the elliptical yesterday.
My DH currently has train tracks on my living room floor. Been there almost a week and they are driving me crazy! He got some new train stuff when we were in Milwaukee last time and of course wanted to test it out. What we really need to do is figure out what size and shape he wants and build him a train table in the basement so he can get started working on a layout (one of those with trees and buildings).
Did I already tell you guys I found someone to go to the concert one of the new kids is going to be at? I can't remember...but she sounded excited! I'm hoping that if the tix didn't sell out, we can move up a few rows.
Last night was the last show of the tour and people are bummed, but I'm glad the backstreet boys aren't going to be with them anymore. They're okay, but I miss having just the guys
Jennifer, I'm sorry for all your loses. It does seem to happen all together. My grandmother's brother passed away and they held his funeral last week. I had to miss it because I'm virtually out of any kind of vaca/sick time and what little I have left I need to save to be there for Bobbie. And I'm going to have to take time off to register all the kids at their new school. It has to be done in person.
Kate! I do hope you can get better seats!
I'm assuming that person's work hours normally start at regular business hours ... yes. If I knew that they had made a decision to use up vacation time or were using that time for a specific reason (doctor's appointments, training, etc) I wouldn't have a problem with it but if that person just didn't want to get up in the morning and came in in mid-afternoon I'd be ticked.
Me (40) DH (47) & furbabies * m/c 7/08 4/12 11/12
I would say that you have a BIG right to be mad. I'm salaried....the deal is I have to work 4 hours and I get paid the whole day. BUT I cannot take advantage of it and I would get in trouble if I did that a lot. I only do that for doc appts or if something comes up like family is arriving in the afternoon.
I also technically have the hours of 8-4:30 but I tend to work more like 8:30-4:45 or 5pm. And I half the time eat at my desk. A couple of times a year I'm here at 6:45am for a big meeting.
Ugh. Yeah, not good.
Me (40) DH (47) & furbabies * m/c 7/08 4/12 11/12
I'm salaried but I'm expected to take time off if I'm not at work or leave for an appt. I don't worry about my hours to the minute so long as I work all my hours and get the job done, but a lot of my working time is closely scheduled appts.
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Not only do you get every submitted quick page for your album, you get these fun pages created by me!!
Lots of fun pages to make your holiday scrapping quick and easy.
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How To Make Risotto at Home
Cooking Lessons from The Kitchn
Risotto is a dish that's become associated with fancy high end restaurants, but really, it's the epitome of Italian home cooking and comfort food. Knowing how to make a good risotto is something we think every cook should have in their back pocket, if only because it's one of those dishes that's so satisfying and easy to prepare, and it never fails to impress.
Risotto also has a reputation for being fussy and time-consuming. It's true that once you start cooking, it does require a fair amount of attention, but it doesn't take more than a 30 minutes to make. In fact, true Italian cooks will tell you that risotto should take no more than 18 to 19 minutes from start to finish. One of our chefs in culinary school made us time him, and sure enough, his risotto was done in exactly 18 1/2 minutes every single time!
Risotto is more of a technique than a dish. Once you get a feel for the basic steps of making the soffrito, toasting the rice, and adding in the broth a scoop at a time, a whole world of dishes opens up. You can add caramelized onions, ribbons of swiss chard, bits of sausage, wild mushrooms from the farmers market, or any other combination of flavors and textures suits your fancy. You can even play around with using grains other than rice for making the risotto itself.
One thing is crucial for a good risotto: have everything ready before you step up to the stove. That include the rice, the wine, your add-ins and the bowls to serve it in. Risotto waits for no one and is perfect the second it's done.
How To Make Risotto
What You Need
1 small onion
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups arborio, carnaroli, or vialone nano rice
1/2 cup white wine
6-8 cups vegetable or chicken stock
1-2 tablespoons butter
1 cup cheese (Parmesan is classic, but you can use any kind)
High-sided sauté pan (at least 10" diameter) or dutch oven
Ladle or measuring scoop
1. Risotto Prep - Measure, chop, and gather all of the ingredients going into your risotto. Warm the broth in a saucepan over low heat. It should be just barely steaming by the time you start the risotto.
2. Soffrito - This is the flavor base of your risotto. It almost always includes onions, but you can add any other aromatics, spices, or ingredients you would like. Sauté these ingredients in a healthy amount of butter (which is traditional) or olive oil over medium-high heat until the onion is translucent and beginning to break down. Add the garlic and other spices, and cook until fragrant.
3. Tostatura - Pour the rice into the soffrito and stir until every grain is coated with fat. (Add more fat if needed - this is not the time to skimp!) Continue stirring the rice until the edges have turned translucent but the center is still opaque. You should also be able to smell the aroma of toasted rice.
4. Deglaze - Deglazing the pan at this point isn't strictly necessary, but a splash of white wine will add another layer of flavor and help lift up any bits that have caramelized to the pan. Use a 1/2 cup or so of wine, and simmer until the wine has completely reduced and the pan is nearly dry.
5. Cottura - Begin incrementally adding the warm broth one ladle at a time. Wait to add another ladle until the liquid has been almost completely absorbed by the rice. This gradual addition of liquid is key to getting the rice to release its starch and create its own delicious sauce, so don't rush this step. Ideally, you want to use just enough broth to cook the rice and no more.
Begin tasting the rice after about 12 minutes to gauge how far it has cooked. Add salt and other seasonings as needed. The risotto is ready when the rice is al dente (when it still has a bit of chew) and the dish has the consistency of thick porridge. If you run your spatula through the risotto, the risotto flow slowly to fill in the space. As the Italians say, risotto should be like "la onda," a wave that slowly rolls to shore.
6. Mantecatura - As a final step, add one more ladle of broth along with one or two tablespoons of butter and a cup of cheese to enrich the risotto and make it extra-creamy.
Serve the risotto immediately. The longer it stands, the more the starches will set and you'll lose the creamy silkiness.
More on risotto:
• Spring Lemon Risotto with Asparagus and Fiddlehead Ferns • Red Pepper, Sausage, and Swiss Chard Risotto • Baked Mushroom Risotto with Caramelized Onions • How to Make Risotto in a Rice Cooker • Smart Tip: For Perfect Risotto, Use the Smear Test
A version of this post was originally published 9/19/08.
(Images: Emma Christensen)
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49 Comments
I like to make mushroom rissotto. I use reconstituted dried mushrooms and chicken broth.
Sometimes for color I'll add in peas as well. Or Bacon. mmmm
I always use ALOT of white wine in my risotto, along with some lemon juice. I made a really delicious risotto that involved tossing in mushrooms & whole cherry tomatoes -- and then parsley at the end.
I love to add chopped sundried tomatos and roasted garlic to mine, yum :)
We made a good one recently with chopped up Faicco's hot sausage...
I like to substitute barley (pearled or otherwise) for risotto rice to get a nice, whole grain in my meal. I do lots of variations, but my favorite is with pancetta, shrimp and white wine. I also really like red wine with peas--the colors just pop!
Oh, I really like the idea of making a barley risotto!
I love making risotto, but even after two winters of practice I never get the timing right. How hot should your risotto pot be? I'm never sure if it should be simmering or boiling or steaming....
AMLitt Risotto pot should be medium warm (warming up to med high) add olive oil and risotto for both to "toast" up, once the dry risotto starts to get a lil stuck to the pot about 2 - 3 min later add first ladel/ 1/2 cup of stock.
If I'm adding wine or tomato paste or anything extra i do it in the beginning right before the first ladel of stock this lets the alcohol cook off and the risotto absorb lots of flavor.
I actually like the fact that risotto takes a little while.... Toss in some white wine at the beginning and then enjoy a glass during the rest of the cooking process (especially nice while talking over the day's events with a significant other).
Martha has a great risotto recipe on her site that involves zucchini and peas, I think? The directions are very specific and helpful for novice risotto-makers and you could easily change up the veggies depending on the season.
For the mantecatura I'd suggest no broth (unless your risotto is a bit too thick) and then let it stay 30-60 seconds before serving.
Of course don't use parboiled rice (it cooks more quickly but doesn't release the starch that makes risotto soft and creamy).
For the timing, 15-17 minutes should be enough but you can just taste it. Like pasta, it's better if the rice is a bit "al dente" because by the time it will be on the table it could become too soft.
Yes! stolichnaya, I always use that Martha recipe with the peas and zucchini! It always turns out well, and although she calls it a "spring" risotto, I think it's all-season! I always throw in twice the veggies to make it heartier and more colorful, and I garnish with a sprinkle of green onions on top.
my favorite recipe is for butternut squash and sausage risotto...a great combo...and if you have a pressure cooker it is a fool proof way to make risotto perfectly in a quarter of the time.
My back-pocket risotto is full of corn and any fresh herbs I can get my hands on. I found a great recipe for herb butter - a pat served on top makes it amazing - check out entertaining for a veggie planet by Didi Emmons.
Love, love, love risotto. Our favorite is shrimp and pesto from Williams Sonoma. I could eat it every day of the week.
I make mushroom risotto that always comes out well. We've started adding a mix of mushrooms and peppers. Unfortunately, my husband doesn't like onions so I have to forgo that pleasure. These tips are great and I'll definitely try them next time we make risotto. And maybe sneak in a little shallot or something.
I make a shrimp and asparagus risotto, where the shrimp and asparagus are both poached in the simmering chicken stock, adding their favor to the stock, then removed with a slotted spoon and reserved and stirred in at the end. I always deglaze with white wine, and normally use shallots instead of onions.
Great tips- i love risotto. That Calphalon Unison pan is beautiful and perfect for such a meal :-)
I love risotto & have been making variations for a few years (peas with fresh basil & mint is so good). I was 17 when I made my first one. No matter what heat level or pan I use, I always find it takes me half an hour & never the 15-20 minutes suggested. I like it al dente and not over cooked/mushy. I don't know what I'm doing differently.
I have to compliment you. Speaking as an Italian cook born among the rice paddy fields of Northern Italy, you rendition of the risotto making technique is very, very good. Just two small points: definitely never use garlic in risotto - it's an idea developed abroad that we put garlic everywhere! - and lastly, after the mantecatura, do not serve immediatelly but rather leave for about 5 minutes in the covered pot. This allows the flavours to mellow and the rice to reach the perfect creamy consistency. However, well done.
Perfect timing for this post, I've been wanting to make risotto and already bought the arborio!
Great ideas all--I've never put garlic in risotto, altho roasted garlic sounds interesting. There's a NYTimes recipe for a Pope's spring risotto that involves adding a pesto-like mixture of greens at the end. It's all good. And I wanted to try a farro pesto, a la Mark Bittman's suggestion.
I've never put garlic in my risotto either.
A great addition to butternut squash risotto? Put a fat pinch of saffron in your broth as it comes up to temperature. It'll play up the awesome color and add a lovely fragrance too.
The thing that took me the longest to get right was when to add the stock. *imagine stirring away* Look at the bottom of your pot. Is the spoon you're stirring with leaving a trail pretty much to the bottom? It's time for more broth!
I swear risotto is my kryptonite. I just can't seem to do it right -- I can never get the rice to reach al dente. I always end up adding even more broth than the recipe calls for to try to reach al dente, but the rice still stays crunchy in the center. I follow these steps, but I must be doing something wrong. Not toasting the rice long enough? Keeping the pan too hot so the broth evaporates too quickly? Help!
My favorite risottos aren't rice based; same technique, but with steel cut oats or barley.
misplacedtexan, are you trying to scale down your recipes? I've found that when I adjust recipes to serve two, I have to increase the liquid significantly, sometimes by more than double, before it's finished. That may be a good thing to note with the recipe above; it says it serves 4-6, but 2 cups of rice makes 8 servings in this apartment.
Interesting -- I think I do usually cut the recipes in half, as I'm just cooking for my husband and myself. Who would have thought that would make a difference? Thanks for the tip!
I love risotto but since we try and eat mostly whole grains, I only prepare the traditional version with arborio or carnaroli rice once or at most, twice, a year. This is one of the dishes I can do with one hand behind my back and my eyes closed-the technique is simple and the options are unlimited. I do need to try and use the method with other grains such as farro but haven't gotten around to that yet.
I love risotto! It's so satisfying to make, and not at all as complicated or time-consuming as it might seem. I've got a few good vegetarian risottos...
My favorite might be with beets, lime, pistachios and goat cheese. If you have a lot left, you make it into risotto croquettes! Very yummy, and the recipe would work with any risotto.
I recently made a nice tarragon, leek and pecan risotto that made lovely risotto cakes the next day, with a slightly different recipe than the usual croquettes I make.
Ditto most of what Alex said, BUT--in what my family calls red risotto, or panisce, the add-ins are kidney or cannellini beans, green bell pepper, and tomato sauce. It's fine and dandy to have garlic in the sauce or add to the risotto. At least according to my rice-harvesting relations. But since the fled that to come to the US and never harvest rice again, maybe they're heretics.
Now I want asparagus risotto really bad.
Keep stirring well as the rice cooks, and let the risotto stand, covered, after the final addition of butter.
I meant to add, for 5 minutes.
I love risotto and make all kinds....it makes such a wonderful weeknight dinner. Strictly speaking I don't always keep the liquid warm because I haven't personally noticed a difference, but if it's a special dinner I will, just in case. One of my favorites is risotto with bay scallops, spinach, and lemon. I also love making arancini with the leftovers!
I make risotto in the presure cooker and it comes out delish every time! I also make polenta in the micro-wave/ ??? That turns out great too. Maybe I'm just easy to please.....
We make risotto at least once a fortnight, once the wine's gone in it's nice enjoy a glass while you stir. I like to throw in a big handful of greens (spinach, sorrel or rocket) right at the end so it wilts a little before serving.
I sometimes deliberately make too much so we can make supplì the next day. Yummy!
Two words: pressure cooker. Don't hate, don't judge, unless you've tried it.
I'm glad to see that a few other posters have said that you should leave the risotto stand for 5 minutes after its cooked. This gives you time to clear up, get bowls, call kids to table, clear colouring, lego, star wars figures off table, get hands washed and when all that is done, the risotto is perfect!!! My italian friend gave me her family tip, separately fry lots of red onions for 20 minutes or so at lowish heat to serve on top of the risotto. I make mine with cauliflower which can be broken down so its kid friendly. And a girasole is a useful bit of equipment. I got mine in Carluccio's in Dublin but I presume they are pretty widely available.
Or I use my spurtle when my girasole is not to hand...
I've been making mushroom farro risotto recently with a TON of wine and a little bit of yogurt and cheddar at the end to mount it. Unconventional, sure, but FREAKING DELICIOUS.
I make risotto all the time. My favorite risotto has roasted walnuts and fontina, my second favorite had baby arugula and gorgonzola.
I prefer shallots to onions - the shallots disintegrate, giving it a velvety texture and greater depth of flavor.
And to me, carnaroli rice is the key to perfect risotto every time. It seems like arborio can be really variable, depending on the source - I've used some that basically turned into wallpaper paste, blech.
Bermia - what is a girasole? I only know its Italian meaning as sunflower (& the explanation of the common name of Jerusalem artichokes - them being part of the sunflower family - arising from girasole & Jerusalem sounding alike). Living in Edinburgh, I do know what a spurtle is - but have never needed to use one! Do you just use it for stirring your risotto, & is it any better than a wooden spoon with a pointed corner?
i love risotto! i have never tried making it before though. i am going to try this recipe as well as the spinach and scallop one. thanks @meatballs&milkshakes
Hi Irishgirlinedinburgh;
My risotto spoon is a wooden spoon with a hole in the middle, like this one...
I am sure when I bought it it was called a girasole but perhaps I am wrong! Wikipedia and Google don't show up anything.
And I do like my spurtle, its so flat that it gets right into the corners. I don't have a wooden spoon with a pointed corner but I am sure that would work as well. My spurtle was free with some oats, I don't think it would have occurred to me to get one.
I always beat an egg with a little cream and a handful of grated parmesan and stir it into my risotto at the end - it becomes golden yellow and luxuriously creamy. Even when I'm trying to be healthy I still add a beaten egg and some parmesan for richness.
Great suggestions. Once you get the technique down, risotto is super-easy. It's just that you have to attend to it basically the whole time. But it's incredibly versatile too.
I've noticed with good arborio you don't need much cheese for richness.
I followed your recipe to a T and it came out with the best risotto I've ever made at home. I found that lowering the heat a little bit (to say medium) slowed down the absorption of the liquid so that the flavors could develop better.
This was my first time making risotto. I had no idea it took so much time, but I appreciate that. My first batch I accidentally used white wine vinegar instead of white wine. The momment I poured I realized my mistake. ha. I started over, I used more olive oil than butter to saute the onions and garlic (which I think worked bc the cheese added just the right amount of saltiness). IT WAS PERFECT.
I didnt add anything fancy, and skipped the white wine all together (the wine probably would have cut the saltiness). Ill be more adventerous next time. I roasted brussels, grilled sausage and feasted.
I warm the broth for one simple reason: add flavor by simmering in the broth mushroom stems, sprigs of thyme, and rinds of parmesan and pecorino. Then I strain the broth before adding it to the rice.
I made this last night for dinner and we loved it! Great recipe and deatailed instructions. I am new here and love what I have seen so far.
I haven't made risotto for many years and decide to give it a try. I found this recipe and it looked easy and tasty. I followed the recipe exactly, but found the finished product to be VERY salty. I did not add any additional seasonings. I even added water at the end, hoping to diminish the saltiness. So disappointed after all the effort put into this dish.


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The graphics, done down to a county level, show more Northern California support for the Niners than the Oakland Raiders during the NFL regular season, but the Raiders' have a fan base that stretches into Nevada and Oregon.
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The graphics, done by Data Science team intern Sean J. Taylor, also show how allegiances changed as teams were eliminated during the playoffs—right down to this weekend's 49ers vs. Ravens Super Bowl match-up.
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I suffered losses of three naturally conceived pregnancies, always at the end of the first trimester, after two good u/s with h/b. Two of these losses I suffered while under the care of the RE, Dr. * (also while seeing an acupuncturist/herbalist who specialized in fertility.) Dr. * and my OB, Dr. ** both told me that such losses are "always chromosomal" and advised me to move on to DE IVF. I did not fully believe them (call it a "gut" impression) and sent off a "tissue sample" from the last fetus for analysis. When it came back "XX (girl) NORMAL" Dr. * said, "That result proves nothing. Only XY (boy) normal would prove that nothing was genetically wrong with the baby. XX could accidentally have been YOUR tissue she sampled."
So I finally decided to move on to DE (donor egg) IVF. However, at the advice of my therapist whose help I sought to deal with the grief, I saw a reproductive immunologist, Dr. ***. Dr.*** recommended a long list of expensive tests (not covered by insurance) and he seemed eccentric. So I took that list to Dr. ***. and I asked, "What if anything on this list has merit?" He replied, "I'd get you tested for APA (antiphospholipid antibodies) and NK (natural killer cell) count." (I am not sure why I had to bring him this list before he suggested that) So through an outside, independent lab I was tested and came up positive for APA with elevated NK Count. Dr. M. said, "If you were to succeed in getting pregnant again I'd suggest that you inject a blood thinner, Lovenox, and also take low dose Prednisone, a steroid, for the first trimester. So with my DE IVF pg I did both. I also told my OB that I was on the blood thinner. At no point did anyone suggest that I could not safely carry a pregnancy. For most of the pregnancy I was blissfully happy and did nothing more strenuous than prenatal yoga and aqua aerobics at the local "Y."
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My husband and I were blessed with world-class health care covered by our dual union-provided health insurance (mine has since lapsed) but unlike so many other families we were SOOO fortunate. The excellent care I received did not bankrupt us AND our daughter is healthy.
I wish everyone had the benefits of union provided health insurance. I also wish that an affordable public option existed and that my OB had paid closer attention to my health once I went off of the blood thinner. I'm not sure if any of this could have been prevented but I will always wonder about that.
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(RNN) - Physician-assisted suicide has been debated for decades, and is not legal in most of the U.S. Though the controversy over helping terminally ill patients die continues, some states have passed laws allowing that practice as public opinion slowly shifts.
Many feel that it is wrong for people, regardless of their health condition, to ask their healthcare provider to end their life; others feel it is their right to choose how and when they die.
Physician-assisted suicide, also called death-with-dignity, aid in dying, or right-to-die laws allow doctors to legally prescribe lethal prescription drugs to people who are near death.
When a physician is asked to help a patient die, the doctor must provide valid information as to the terminal illness afflicting the patient and educate the patient of their final options. The doctor must then make the decision of whether or not to help the patient into death by providing the lethal dose of medication.
Aid in dying is currently legal in Oregon, Washington, Montana and Vermont.
Compassion and Choices is an organization for the right-to-die legislation and says their mission is to improve care and expand choice at the end of life.
"Aid in dying refers to the practice of allowing mentally competent, terminally ill adults to request a prescription for life-ending medication from their physician to control the time and manner of their own death. Compassion and Choices ensures that mentally competent, terminally ill adults have access to this option for a peaceful death," Ashley Carson Cottingham with the organization said.
A bill entitled, "The Patient Choice and Control at End of Life Act," went into effect with Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin's signature, making Vermont the first state to approve such a law through the legislative process in 2013, instead of via a public referendum or a court decision.
Oregon passed the Death with Dignity Act in 1997. Washington followed suit, passing the Death with Dignity Act in 2008, and Montana passed the Rights of Terminally Ill Act in 2009.
Yet organizations against right-to-die say instead of the decision being in the patient's hands, it's more up to the doctor.
"The decision for assisted suicide is really in the hands of the doctor who determines whether the person is sufficiently "terminal," has decisional capacity, is acting voluntarily, has judgment not impaired by depression, etc.," Diane Coleman with Not Dead Yet said. "Anyone could ask for assisted suicide, but the doctor decides who gets suicide assistance and who gets suicide prevention."
There are certain criteria that must be met first. For example, to participate in Oregon, an individual must be:
The attending physician decides if the criteria have been met, but further requirements are then necessary. Some of those include:
A poll from Gallup shows that Americans' support for physician-assisted suicide changes radically depending on whether or not "suicide" is used in the question's wording.
When asked if the doctor of a patient with an incurable disease should be allowed "to assist the patient to commit suicide" at the patient's request, 51 percent of Americans said it should be permitted.
However, when the question was rephrased to ask if the doctor should be allowed "to end the patient's life by some painless means" at the patient and their family's request, support shot up to 70 percent.
"There's definitely been much more support for our organization and the laws we promote," Melissa Barber, communications specialist with the Death with Dignity National Center said. "The conversation about end-of-life options continues to grow."
Yet another Gallup poll shows a divide in perception of the morality of aid in dying.
Forty-five percent of Americans find it morally acceptable, while 48 percent say it is morally wrong.
While aid in dying laws set procedures of how the process should work, Compassion and Choices believes the biggest fear is the practice being abused.
"In most cases opponents don't fully understand the aid in dying practice, fear the practice will be abused or have moral objections," Coleman said.
Coleman said the legalization of assisted suicide provides a blanket legal immunity to doctors and other participants.
"If someone does it, they should be subject to investigation and prosecution just like other homicides," she said.
The Hippocratic Oath essentially is a vow that states that the goal of a doctor should be to preserve lives and that the doctor will make every effort to do so.
You do solemnly swear, each by whatever he or she holds most sacred
That you will exercise your art solely for the cure of your patients, and will give no drug, perform no operation, for a criminal purpose, even if solicited, far less suggest it
"Old, ill and disabled people deserve the same suicide prevention as everybody else, and society should never agree with someone's suicide or help them to do it," said Diane Coleman with Not Dead Yet, an organization that opposes the legalization of assisted suicide.
Groups like Compassion and Choices say opposing organizations believe aid in dying is "assisted suicide," but say people who already are dying are not "suicidal" for wanting their life to end peacefully, not agony and despair.
Coleman adds that suicide is not illegal, and anyone can commit suicide without assistance, even in cases where the only available means is refusing food and water.
Dubbed Dr. Death, Dr. Jack Kevorkian was the former Michigan pathologist who was supportive of physician-assisted suicide and the "right to die" legislation.
He was charged with murder several times through the 1990s for helping terminally ill patients take their own lives. After being convicted of second-degree murder in 1999, he was imprisoned until 2007.
Kevorkian admitted to CNN he had performed his medical procedure on at least 130 people using injections, carbon monoxide and his infamous suicide machine.
After his release, he told CNN he had no regrets about what he had done.
"No, no. It's your purpose (as a) physician. How can you regret helping a suffering patient?" he said.
During the interview, he discussed how it felt to take a patient's life.
"I didn't do it to end a life. I did it to end the suffering the patient's going through. The patient's obviously suffering - what's a doctor supposed to do, turn his back?"
Kevorkian died in June 2011 after suffering from kidney problems for years. He was 83.
Groups and individuals both for and against aid in dying seem to have similar feelings about hospice and end-of-life care.
Barber said the services offered are excellent and offer great support for patients and their families, but in some cases, some patients still want more control.
"For many, the care provided through hospice is able to keep them comfortable and free of suffering," she said. "But there are some people who'd prefer to have more control over their final days."
"According to the Oregon annual report of usage, 97 percent of the people who took the medication in 2012 were also enrolled in the hospice."
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I already told this story in Sawyer's birth room but dbf yelled at Kai yesterday for accidentally hurting him while they were playing and I could see that Kai was humiliated so I scooped him up and carried him down to the school where he started to cry. He asked me if I would stay downstairs with him until he was done because "daddy gets mad at me when I cry".
This made me so angry for Kai. When I tried to talk to dbf about it he was not receptive and his mom had the nerve to try to say something during this discussion, sticking up for dbf. I asked her to please stay out of it. I told her she does not know how it is. She is not here every day.
It still makes me upset to think about it. I will not have my boys thinking it's not ok to cry.
Oh, and when I spoke to him about it today he said, "Of course I tell them not to cry. I don't want them to be sad." As if making them stop crying changes the fact that they are sad. It's so frustrating to deal with a person who is nothing like you as a parent. And it's not small differences. I'm telling Kai he is beautiful and that it takes courage to cry while his dad makes him feel like he has to hide to do it.
I hate this.
ETA: After everyone went to bed last night I explained to her my concerns for the way dbf is with Kai and she was very understanding. Today she played with Kai a lot alone in his room. I know that is because I told her I was afraid Kai gets lost in the shuffle around here. It meant a lot to me that she took my words to heart and gave him some special attention.


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Wow- I somehow forgot that my appointment is on Monday! The end of the month snuck up on me! So this is the initial appointment after a year of ttc. We have a son, and the only thing at has changed(I think) since then is a medical issue for dh that I'd rather not get into too much. We've also just had a lot of stress over the year that we have been getting a handle on. I am thinking it might be low sperm count for hubby based on the medical thing-we were told it might happen. I had some basic bloodwork done at my last physical- thyroid, etc and that was all good. And nothing of note at my last obgyn appt.
I'll be cd5 on Monday. Will that be ok? I would think I might still have a bit of spotting. I should have called today but I had totally forgotten.
Anyways, any words of wisdom? I am hoping for an easy visit. I don't always love going to the clinic- military- so often just treated like one more number. Ugh. But- will be good to get some groundwork done and see where we're at.


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Freestyle® Breastpump
Product Overview
VideosInstruction Manual (pdf)
- 2-Phase Expression® technology is proven to produce more milk in less time.*
- Daily use - designed for moms who pump several times a day.
- Stimulation phase – When babies first go to breast, they suck fast and light to stimulate milk flow.
- Expression phase – After milk flow or "let-down" starts, babies breastfeed with a slower, deeper suck, bringing out more milk faster.
Watch the Easy Expression video
*When pumping at Maximum Comfort Vacuum™ in the expression phase.
Freestyle is a compact, lightweight double electric breastpump with a rechargeable battery for mobile pumping.
- 2-Phase Expression® technology is proven to produce more milk in less time*
- Daily use - designed for moms who pump several times a day
What is 2-Phase Expression technology? Through research, Medela learned that there are two distinct phases of how babies breastfeed.
- Stimulation phase - when babies first go to breast, they suck fast and light to stimulate milk flow
- Expression phase - after milk flow or "let-down" starts, babies breastfeed with a slower, deeper suck, bringing out more milk faster
With this technology, Medela breastpumps work more like breastfeeding babies.
The Easy Expression™ bustier is another great option for pumping hands-free. Watch the Easy Expression video
*When pumping at Maximum Comfort Vacuum™ in the expression phase
- IMPORTANT: This is a single user product. Use by more than one person may present a health risk, performance questions, and voids the warranty.
What's Included
- 1 - Freestyle pump
- 1 - Attractive tote bag
- 1 - Lithium ion battery-rechargeable
- 1 - AC adaptor/charger
- 1 - Removable cooler bag and contoured ice pack
- 4 - 5 oz/150 mL breastmilk bottles and lids
- 1 - Double pumping kit
- 2 - Medium (24 mm) PersonalFit™ breastshields
- 2 - Large (27 mm) PersonalFit breastshields
- 2 - Freestyle breastshield connector bodies
- 1 - Set of tubing
- 2 - Membranes
- 1 - Hands-free accessory kit
- Instructions for use
- Breastfeeding Information Guide
Important: Plastic bottles and component parts become brittle when frozen and may break when dropped. Also, bottles and component parts may become damaged if mishandled, e.g. dropped, over-tightened, or knocked over. Take appropriate care in handling bottles and components. Do not use the breastmilk if bottles or components become damaged.
Instruction Manual (pdf)
Accessory Starter Set
Calma® Breastmilk Feeding Set with 5 oz Bottle
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Calma® Breastmilk Feeding Set with 8 oz Bottles
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Calma® - Breastmilk Feeding Nipple
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Tubing & Spare Parts Kit for Freestyle®
Freestyle® Spare Parts Kit
Breastmilk Cooler Set
Power Cord / Charger - Freestyle
Freestyle Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
12V Portable Vehicle Adaptor
PersonalFit™ Breastshields 21 mm (small) - box of 2
PersonalFit™ Breastshields 24 mm (medium) - box of 2
PersonalFit™ Breastshields 27 mm (large) - box of 2
PersonalFit™ Breastshields 30 mm (XL) - box of 2
PersonalFit™ Breastshields 36 mm (XXL) - box of 2
Ice Pack
Breastmilk Bottle Spare Parts
150 mL Collection Bottle w/solid lid
Container Stand
Freestyle® Hands-free Kit
I was stuck in the hospital for 2 weeks after delivery due to complications, so I had to use the hospital pumps which are close to perfect and 100% adjustable. Then my husband found this one when I returned home, and it worked very comparable. Not as many adjustments but having the 2 stage was all that you really need.
I bought this pump 4 years ago when I had my first son. My first wouldn't latch so I chose to pump instead. It worked very well for me back then. Now I have another son and it is still working (though I have dropped it several times). It comes with a belt to wear or you can hook it to your pants. I work 10 hours a day and am gone at least 12 hours. I am able to put the belt on and hook everything up and pump at work discretely. My co-workers say that I am "Purring" that's how quiet it is. Love this pump and wouldn't change it for any other pump.
I love my freestyle! I'm now using it with my 2nd baby and I think I love it even more this time than with my 1st. I've never had any problems with suction unless the tube wasn't plugged in completely or the flanges weren't snapped together completely. My favorite part is that I don't have to be "plugged in" while I'm pumping and the charge lasts a really long time. My baby is 5 months old and I pump once every day and I've only had to charge it 3 times. I definitely recommend this pump!
I LOVE this pump. Even needing to pump soon after baby was born, this pump gave me maximum output. I love that it is highly portable and small. I think all the parts are highly durable (I'm not sure what anyone expects pump parts to be made out of other than plastic!) and easily cleaned. I pump nearly every day and have noticed no downgrade in power. Great small but mighty pump- glad I saved up my giftcards and sprung for this model.
I exclusively pump and have been using the freestyle for a month. I don't like the handsfree straps so I purchased the handsfree bra. I also recommend purchasing the Pumpin Pals breast shields for a better fit (they are angled so there is no corner for your nipple to smash into.) The pump itself is great, i love that it has two separate modes. I also love that i can clip it onto my pocket and get things done around the house while I pump. great pump!
I really like this pump. I am exclusively pumping so I use it 6-8 times a day, every day. The suction has been great and I just pump it after my first morning pump and by my 2nd pump of the day it is fully charged for the rest of the day. I did have a problem with the suction so I called and they sent me a couple of extra membrane sets for no charge. The customer service through Medela is great. The pump IS expensive, but I am very pleased with the purchase. I will say that the hands free setup is too difficult to use, especially in the middle of the night, so I just have one of the Easy Expression Bustiers and I also have a tube top bra that I cut holes in and that works well too.
Due to nursing issues, I have been pumping and bottling since my baby was 8 days old. He is now almost 10 months. This pump made the difference between continuing to provide milk, and having to switch to formula. This is also the third pump I have owned, so have others to compare it to and I would absolutely purchase it again. Regarding some of the problems people have had, my experience has been positive. My first Freestyle started having motor problems. I called Medela and they overnighted a new pump to me. Their customer service was very helpful and the process was smooth. Cleaning it seemed like a task at first (compared to my other brands/styles), but I quickly got used to it and it goes very fast. I would recommend having a second set of parts. (I work, so I leave one in my work "to-go" bag so I don't have to think about getting all the parts gathered each morning.) As for the spilling milk, that has nothing to do with the pump itself, but with how the bottle attaches. I am hands free every time I pump, and I play with my son, carry him around, and let him climb on me without spilling. You have to be cognizant of your angle and to not bend forward too much, but personally that hasn't been a problem, even with how active I am. Lastly is the hands free set up, which admittedly I do find a little ridiculous. Early on I purchased two of the Easy Expression bustiers, and they work great. Pumping at work is easy, and at home I am able to do laundry, cook, pet the dogs, and play with my son. All in all, pumping isn't ideal, but this pump makes it so much easier. I love this pump!
I highly recommend the Medela Freestyle. It is fast, efficient, gentle, and convenient. I began using this pump at home while having latch issues and needed to heal a cracked nipple. The settings allowed me to customize the strength so it was gentle when I was sore. And this pump continues to serve me well, now that I am back at work. The portable battery/pump holds a charge for a very long time. I pump 3 times a day, 5 days a week, and it can hold a charge for the entire week. This is particularly important because I have limited access to power outlets in the room I use for pumping at work. It also has great strength; I am able to complete a pump session in 20 minutes or less, and I have maintained my milk production without any problems. Additionally, it is so small and mobile that I actually pump in the car on my 20 minute drive to work, and again on my 20 minute drive home (of course, with a cover for discretion). And because the face plate of the pump is so easy to use (buttons instead of a dial system), I can make adjustments easily while driving, without ever taking my eyes off the road. Talk about multitasking! This aspect, pumping while driving, has been such a time saver and very easy—it has truly allowed me to be present at my job without constantly worrying about pumping. Lastly, I really like the hands-free attachment system. Nearly every review I read prior to buying this pump complained that the hands-free system was too difficult to figure out. I could not disagree more; it is super simple and convenient! In fact, I find it much more convenient than a hands-free bra because I can attach it without having to undo much of my clothing—I simply lift my shirt, attach, and I'm ready to go. This pump is worth every penny!
Used with my first back on 2010 for over a year. I decided to invest in this pump after my Playtex pump died after two weeks. Now I am using this pump with my second child two years later and everything still works great. Battery works perfectly just as when I first bought it. Remembered my settings as well. Great purchase. Now I just need to get the spare parts kit because I lost one of the membranes. I like that I can order just that section instead having to buy a new pump. Great product. Worth the money.
I am now nursing my second child (10 months old), and working full time and worked full time and nursed my first for over a year. I use this pump daily and it works great for me. I love the hands free and also the cordless and it is even more useful while chasing around a 3 year old and an infant. The cordless is also great for use in the car, which is a plus as we take some good road trips. Once the baby is old enough to hold his own bottle, really makes road trips easier. I replaced the connectors as the back cap didn't fit as tigh and the connector suction wasn't quite as good with all the use. Other users had cautioned that it leaks, and it does if you bend at the waist. If I keep my chest upright and bend at my knees I can pick number two up off the floor. I have even unloaded the dishwasher (carefully squatting down, etc) while pumping without problems. This pump is well worth the investment and helped keep me nursing longer than I may have if I had to stay stationary while pumping. Great for busy moms. I had the belt clip break on my pump after all the use and Medela was great to replace it for me. Really appreciate the service.
I was able to easily pump a good amount of milk with this pump. It has proven to be very reliable and easy to use. I did not use the hand free system it came with but a pumping bra just because all the straps seemed overwhelming to me. But with the bra it was great to have a pump that could get good suction even without it being plugged in. Although I found that it worked even better when it was plugged into a power source.
I am now on baby #3 and I am still very pleased with my Freestyle pump. I worked full time (and pumped for 12 months) with baby #1- and thank goodness I didn't need an outlet with this pump- I had to use a restroom, with no plugs, for my pumping. By baby #2 I was working in the same place, but now part time- and they'd added a lactation room with a Medela- hospital pump ( I think it was from 1956.) I never had to worry if the machine was in use, I had my handy- portable version with me! Now with baby #3, I am a full time mom and part-time teacher, and I have been pumping just enough to allow me a night out here and there, but my Freestyle is still going strong. Pros: Small size, great battery life on rechargeable pump, easier cleaning than a Pump-in-style pump (way way way less fragile membranes too!), being able to pump at my desk (after hours anyway- when no one was around) and still get computer/paper work done Cons- I could get the hands-free stuff to work (I'm a 36 F-G, so that was probably part of the problem!), but it wasn't great. Also, I couldn't find replacement bra-hook adapters when one was lost between babies.
I absolutely love my Freestyle! I had to return to work when my baby was 4 months old and the Freestyle allows me to pump at work while at my desk. It allows me to continue to work on the computer, it has been a great! I am able to still to what is best for my baby and keep him off formula. I pump 2-3 times during the work day, place in a freezer provided at work for me, pack in the mini cooler to transport home and place in my freezer when I get home. It has allowed me to continue to build a healthy stock of milk for my baby's daily feedings while I am away. When I am with my baby I exclusively breastfeed. I would not be able to provide the best nutrition for my little one if it weren't for my Freestyle!
I love, love, love this pump. With my first child, latching was a problem, but I really wanted my baby to have breastmilk. I got the freestyle in 2009 and was able to give my baby breastmilk for an entires year. I kept the pump and when my second child was born in 2011, I bought replacement parts and did what I do best.....pump milk for my baby. I did purchase a new one today because after 3 years.....my pump has died. I don't feel the pump was expensive because I would be paying quadruple for formula....so even after 2 freestyles, I am getting the bang for my buck. I LOVE THIS PUMP!
I used this pump with my first baby when I went back to work at 5 months. Used it 3-4 times a day until he was 9 months old. It was so convienent to have the hands free mode, light and easy to carry if I have to move around while pumping and even works if you have to do it while sitting in the car. This year I used it again with my second baby until she was 8 months old. I think I even appreciated it more the second time. It's such a great pump. When I had my first child I started with the Medela Pump in Style and at the point where I went back to work I decided to get this one. It was such a great decision because having a super pump is key to getting breastmilk while away from your baby. I never have to hold the shields while pumping (and can't belive some women do this everytime!). Instead I relax and watch tv, read a book or even sometimes do the dishes! All my friends were jeallous too that this pump was so easy, light and great to take anywhere.
Purchased the pump at US$ 280 from http://gmarketsingapore.com/medela-freestyle-breast-pump/ Working fine but get a battery problem - not charging but service got it replaced and is now working. Also unfortunately the softshield cups are no longer available.
I was given an older Pump in Style from my sister, who had previously received it from its original owner. Therefore, I was the third user. The unit was a tank... heavy, bulky to tote around, but still functioned without issue. I became increasingly worried about my use as the third user since the diaphragm couldn't be removed to clean and sterilize it. I started to feel guilt that perhaps my milk was contaminated with microorganisms, etc. so my husband and I researched new options to make our own investment in a reliable, first-user pump that I could call my own. We ended up selecting the Freestyle, which I have been using for four days. I used my old Pump in Style for the first three months of my baby's life with great success. The most appealing feature of this unit, for me at least, was it's ability to mobilize me so that I can maximize my time, particularly in the morning during a busy work week. So far I've tried the hands-free adaption only twice. Admittedly, it's a bit time consuming to get it all assembled in any less than 2-3 minutes, and it takes some practice get the clips to secure well enough to my nursing bra that I feel confident enough to walk around without anything slipping out of place. I think the use of a hands-free bustier would provide greater security than what Medela has provided for hands-free conversion. I'll also mention that it's an awful game to play trying to assemble the hands-free parts and get them "mounted" securely before my breasts begin to let down. I don't know if others experience a let down shortly after exposing their breasts to the air during the times throughout the day when your body expects to pump, but mine certainly do so it's a race against the clock to get the hands-free parts all in order before I begin to leak on my clothes. Once everything is set up, and I'm feeling confident that the breast shields are well enough in place to walk around, I feel a little ridiculous like Madonna with her cone breasts in the 80s... alas, I am able to get some other things accomplished with my hands freed up. I simply wish getting to that point were a little less tedious. Having used the Pump in Style prior to the Freestyle, I have had to adjust to less control over my pumping experience. The two-phase expression of the Freestyle does more closely mimic the hospital-grade Symphony, which I used in the hospital at the time of my child's birth; however, once in expression mode, I only have control over the intensity of the vacuum but no control over the speed at which it tugs away. The Pump in Style, at least the older model I was using, allowed me to control the intensity as well as the speed. I'm surprised that the Freestyle doesn't create as strong a vacuum as the Pump in Style...another adjustment I had to make. Nonetheless, it does seem to still remove as much milk from my breasts as the Pump in Style did, I just need to get used to the differences in how I reach the end result. For comparison's sake, after sleeping through the night I pump anywhere from 11 to 14 oz total first thing in the morning. The Pump in Style took about 30 minutes to express all of that completely; my new Freestyle took about 22 minutes this past weekend to express 14 oz. Not bad, I'd say. My only complaint there is that Medela's bottles are only marked for 5 oz (but really can hold about 6.5 if maxed out) and therefore I need to pause and switch my collection bottles when I have so much milk backed up in my breasts. I was pleased the Freestyle came with 27 mm breast shields. After two months of awful discomfort with the Pump in Style, I did some research and concluded it was caused by my breast shields, which were too small for my nipples. After stepping up to size large, I had marked improvement in my comfort and no longer felt a burning sensation in my breasts and nipples after pumping. So, to offer two different sizes in the standard package from Freestyle was MUCH appreciated so that I didn't have to buy another spare set of 27 mm shields. Awesome. I very much appreciate how much more discrete the entire unit is compared to the bulk of a Pump in Style. I don't feel like I'm toting around a "milking parlor" -- it greatly downplays the shock value of having a breast pump slung over my shoulder as I walk into my office past many important administrators and often the president of my organization. I don't necessarily have to use the tote provided by Medela--though it is spacious and relatively stylish--I can fit the pump, tubing, bottles, shields, and membranes into my purse and it's all out of sight and out of mind. I'll also comment that the Freestyle is actually quite noisy when running. My old Pump in Style couldn't be heard behind my closed office door. In the end, I like this pump. It's just new and different. Not quite 5 stars, though. I'm not sure it's worth the full freight charged for it, either.
I love my freestyle. I have used it for both my girls (8-9 months for #1 and 4-5 for #2). I am working full time and have pumped in a bathroom both times. The portability is great and it's compact size is nice and discrete. I even was able to use it in the car a few times. Even after being in the attic between kids, the battery still holds it charge well. My only complaint is that the hands free thing is kinda cumbersome and not that great. Several times I had issues with leaking using the hands free things. But otherwise, it worked well for me...I just had to pay attention. Overall, a good pump and I would recommend it.
This pump is very compact but also louder than the Pump In Style. I got this for travel and ease of use at work, less bulk to haul around. Out of the box, the pump did not charge the battery, the display never turned off, and the timer did not work. Medela sent me a new one the next day. The parts are easy to put together. While mobility is great, don't lean forward while wearing it or you will pump all your milk on the floor as the membranes do not fully seal closed on the back. I did this twice and soaked my leg and carpet. The hands free attachments take longer to attach than to put the pump together...cut holes in a sports bra instead. The suction feels to be less than my PISA but it is really effective at getting milk out anyway. The initial phase is very light almost to the point where I cannot feel it but it does work. I exclusively breastfeed but also pump 25-30 oz daily. This pump gets out just as much as my PISA does so no production difference there. The memory function is very nice since I hate needing to fiddle with it.
I have used the Medela Freestyle pump for three and a half months. The amount of milk I am pumping has gone down from 4-6 ounces a pump to 2-3 ounces a pump. As a working mom, I need to pump to send bottles to daycare, and I now have to pump 4-5 times a day to get enough milk for three bottles. The hospital boutique where I got this pump no longer carries it due to motor and suction problems, and the LC I saw about my a reduction in supply. She suggested renting the Lactina from the hospital for a week to see if my supply goes back up, but the Freestyle parts don't match and a new kit would cost $70 (for a pump I'd use for a week or two)! When I called Medela for help, they told me it was likely user error as this pump is just as powerful as the Pump In Style. If that is the case, why are places now choosing not to carry it?
I use this product 5-7x/day as I'm an exclusive pumper. Pros - 1) saves times and energy as it is a double electric; 2) light weight and easy to tote around; 3) memory function allows you to set your preferences for future pumping session (great so that you don't have to fuss with settings once shields are in place); battery holds charge for 3 hrs (have to charge approx. every 3rd night); Cons - 1) hands-free straps are difficult to use and can be stressful (I have larger breasts and straps were awkward to use - I don't use them at all); breast shields are frosted which can make it difficult to centre nipple; 3) can be difficult to maneuver and centre both shields when pumping both breasts (but this would be the case with any double pump); 4) different membrane parts as other Medela pumps. I would still buy this pump because it is a double electric and I used a lot in a day. However, if I were an occasional pumper and time was not as much of an issue I would only purchase the Swing. I found the suction power/intensity to be the same. It would also save you money.
I bought the Freestyle Double-Electric breast pump in December 2013 and started using it in early January 2014. The pump worked amazing for the first couple of months. Then, the motor started acting up. The pump would increase/decrease suction randomly without me actually pressing the increase/decrease button. This happened for about 3 days, then all of a sudden in the middle of a pumping session, the pump shut off, even though the battery was fully charged. For my next pumping session, I left the pump plugged in to the wall while I used it, and I did not have the problem with the pump shutting off, but I still had the issue with the motor increasing/decreasing suction without me pressing any buttons. I called Medela customer service and they were amazing and promptly sent me a new pump and a shipping label to return the defective pump. They made the process very easy. Unfortunately the story doesn't end there. After another two months of using the replacement pump, it is starting to have the same problem. So now I'm in the same situation and back on the phone with customer service to try to get another replacement pump sent to me. This customer service experience isn't quite as good as the first one, however, it has resulted in me getting another replacement pump sent to me. I really really like Medela and have enjoyed using this pump, however I'm starting to wonder if I would have been better off with another brand.
It pumps, yes..so do all the others. If you bend over even a little or bounce at all it spills that whole 30 minutes of pumping you just spent valuble time on wasted..so frustrating. This is not even close to worth the price they have it for. You can't pick your child up with it on. You literally have to be sitting, not moving while you're using it. It doesn't come with a car charge adapter so count a long car ride to visit grandmother out. For how much you're paying you would expect way more than what you're getting. Also..this takes at least 5 minutes to get on. It's not quick and then after you're done all the pieces have to be taken apart and cleaned. Boooooo
I received this pump as a gift and when I went to the go-to-place in NYC for breastfeeding, they told me I would likely have a supply problem with this pump. They said of all the Medela pumps, despite being the more expensive, it was the weakest pump according to their engineer. In fact, due to the supply problems they stopped carrying it. I would definitely not recommend this pump if you have other options. Also, the parts didn't last long. I mostly breastfed, but the pump parts needed replaced after 9 months.
I have had my pump for about 20 months. Two (2) weeks after I went back to work following my second child, the battery died. Customer service was able to help me when I had to replace the power cord when I used the pump following my first child. This time, however, customer service informed me that the warranty expired after only one (1) year and that I would have to purchase a new battery. I understand that nothing lasts forever, but given what I paid for this product, I expected it to last longer.


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