Loving all your videos, seriously I thought I was the only one obsessed with cups, ounces, portability sound, etc. one comment I’ll make is that I am an exclusive pumper for at least 1 year with all 3 of my babies, and in terms of longevity of use, I found that the freemies backflow protectors were HORRIBLE. Like cracking after 1 month of exclusive pumping with them. Freemies did replace them under warranty the first time, which was great because it’s ~$20 every time you order a new set. But it was consistently at about 1 month of use for me that they wore out. This is what actually caused me to find the Legendairy cups in the first place because I was fed up! Haven’t had longevity issues with the Legendairy cups yet 👍🏽
I just bought the legendary cups to use with my freemie pump and got an additional 6 ounces above my normal! So glad I saw this video, was starting to think about quitting because I wasn’t getting much at work when I was pumping
Can you use the regular spectra tubing for the legendary cups? Because the Y shaped tubing that comes with it doesn’t seem to work. Or maybe I’m not attaching the tubing correctly to get enough suction
This video was so helpful!!! I originally wanted to go with the Legendairy cups, but they’ve been out of stock. So I tried the freemies & LOVE them! I use them with my spectra all the time & can’t wait to use them with my baby buddha when it comes in!
Just was looking at the document for CaraCups, and they do not show that cut out as being where to pour from. That looks like its just for the tube. If the edge of the cup is slightly rolled, etc. then it may pour just fine from any other area of the cut except that cutout. Also something good to remember too is that silicon ones will require more frequent replacement, so it can also impact cost over the life of the unit verses s more typical plastic one. I believe the Legendary Milk Cups ones recommends replacement every 3 weeks (dependent on use of course).
I got my caracups today and they worked awesome the first time I used them, then after I washed them, dried them, and put them back together I got much lower suction. I looked at the user manual and took it apart and put it back together several times trying to troubleshoot but couldn't get it to work better!
I'm dying for more information about the Legendairy Milk cups, but there are almost no videos about it on UA-cam. Can you do a full review and maybe an update after you've used the Legendairy Milk cups for awhile?
I am so excited by the silicone flange on the legendary milk cup! I hope to try them. My favorite pump I ever owned comfort wise was a lansinoh hand pump I used with my second baby believe it or not. They used to be made with silicone flange cover. I couldn't find them anymore to use with our unexpected fourth babe. I could pump more and faster with that comfortable pump than the beloved expensive medela. The dangers of decluttering! Lol. I so want to try these as hiding to hand pump when I have three other kids to keep up with is not as practical as when I just had the two and could bank on naps to work on this.
@@texasxo2404 yes. I like them a lot. Are you hoping to try them? I mostly nurse at this point but having them along with some silicon inserts that make the flange the right size for me has been a good experience.
Super helpful video. I have the Freemie cups and mine have an L shaped adapter for connecting to the cup. I noticed you were not using one. This makes it very easy to connect the tubing, but not sure how much it helps with suction loss. I still don't get as much out of my freemie cups as I do a traditional flange with bottle.
I also have the original cups and it did not come with their L connectors which helps with inserting the tubing all the way into the bottom. You have to buy it separately. The new slim fit cups comes with the connectors and it so much easier to connect it. You won’t have to worry about the tubes disconnecting.
I recently bought a Freemie Liberty and I kept thinking it was user error too. I could only get about 3/4 of my usual output. I'm definitely going to be buying the LM cups! I already take a couple of their supplements and have been eyeing these cups
I have the spectra cups...I have a 25mm flange, and a 24mm flange. My 17mm maymom insert fits into both. I ordered the cups directly from Korea, and it wasn't more than $25 for each pair with the shipping. It did take about 3 weeks for them to arrive then🤷♀️
@@zookcompanygabriellazook2276 Thanks for your reply. I'm using spectra S1 so it should give me the same output that I get with regular flanges with bottles, right ?
Would you recommend using the legendairy cups for my primary pump? I’m getting ready to go back to work and feel like those cups would be so much easier than my flanges with my spectra.
If your nipples tend to be stretchy would you recommend any of these over the others. I've tried the elvie and hated it. My nipples would stretch and cover the suction holes. It was painful and ineffective. I was thinking of the legendary ones because they said their coming out with a 21 and 19 mm flange which is what I need.
Can you please do a video on what pump and flanges/collection cups work for elastic nipples? Like your videos a lot but can’t find info on elastic nipples. Really really need that info. Thank you!
Ok great I’m not the only one! I swore my freemie cups had like no suction. It sucked I still full after. In your opinion should I buy the insert for it or just go with the legendary cups instead? I’m debating. So it’s the actual pump itself but the cups that lack the suction??
Can you please so a suction test with all of these. Do the legendary cups hold more suction than the cara cups? We already know the freemies are the worst 😂 I'm using pretty high setting on my baby buddah. I thinking it's the cara cups?
If I remember right when I tested these, the cara cups and the LM cups were very similar. Do decide if you want a hard or soft silicone style cup and either should work well with your baby Buddha!
The Legendairy milk cups now offer inserts like 21mm for their flanges do you happen to know if those are also silicone and does this work well for someone with elastic nipples?
I would like to know if the suction changes with different pumps? I use a duo for work and want to know if the suction changes with legendary or freemie? Also could the freemie slims work with the duo?
The freemie cups consistently have lower suction results on my testing. With the duo that isn’t super strong to start with, I’m probably go with the Legendairy milk cups 👍🏼
I’m glad I’m not crazy. I always thought my freemie cups had weak suction. Do you think I could use the Cara cups or legendairy milk cups with the freemie pump? Need something discreet for pumping at work but I hate my freemie cups!
Same. The feeemie cups swirl wonders for me with no back flow issues. I pumped 7oz on ONE side this morning with my freemie and that’s next to impossible for usually. But legendary never suctions. Occasionally I get it to work but the majority of time the LM just doesn’t suction for me
Are the legendairy milk flanges able to be used on the caracups? The legendairy cups are sold out 😓 so I was thinking I could buy caracups and just get the replacement flange from legendairy for that silicone?
Hey Allison! Thanks for all your videos, I love them, they are so informative :) May I ask if the duckflow protector (the white silicone thing) on the caracup is the same as on the regular spectra pump (I have the blue spectra !) ?
Using any, specifically the Legendairy cups, are you able to massage to fully empty during pumping? I often have to massage to completely empty and not get clogged ducts!
Hi! I just got my legendairy cups in and I would say it is a little hard to massage with them on. But possible. What I have done is remove the cups then massage my breasts and basically milk them aiming into the cup (hand express). I have the same problem with traditional flanges. I will usually need to hand express after pumping to make sure it is all out and avoid clogged ducts (ouch!).
Hello. If I have elastic nipples, would I be better suited with plastic flanges than silicone? Torn between these but I tried pumpin pals with my first baby and had terrible luck. Thanks so much.
Hi my freemie also dint get as much yield. I felt like i wasted my money as it just dint work. Any suggestions how i can use it? Not sure if im using it wrong
I already have the Cara Cups and I am wondering if the silicone flanges from the Legendary Milk cups will fit on the Cara Cups? Thanks I’m advance for your help!
They are definitely more discrete so your nipple isn’t hanging out there, it’s easier to put it in your bra as well rather than having the flanges hanging off.
Do you know if the Legendairy cups work with the Motif Twist? It’s not listed as compatible but I would think it could work if Motif Duo and Luna are compatible.
Do the Lengendairy silicone flanges fit the remaining parts of the Cara cups (ie the cup and all internal parts)? Legendary has 32 mm flanges that you can buy individually, but I have the Cara cups.
I got the legendairy for my spectra 1 pump but I feel it decreases suction? Did you use these legendairy cups with your spectra pump? I feel like the adapters they came with is not a snug fit. I’m very disappointed because I can’t return them
So i just received my Freemie Liberty in the mail(before i watched this video) and i was really excited and totally prepared to love it!but i am actually kind of disappointed.... Maybe its user error... I just didn't get very much milk out and my nipples were a little sore afterwards. I put the flange insert in and it left a ring around my areola... Maybe im doing something wrong ... I wanted an elvie, but couldn't afford it, so i ordered this one. Maybe i just need to play with it.. I hooked the motor to my Spectra flange and bottle and i still didn't get much milk... And i cant return it because its been opened! Im pretty bummed about it...
I actually had a lot of trouble with the whole thing.. The cups pressing against my breasts made them uncomfortable and after a few minutes started to make them very tender. I ended up selling the system :( but i hear a lot of mamas really love it
I have the same issues with having a low output from my freemie cups and also how the flanges left a ring in my areola. the odd-sized flanges (17,19,21mm etc) are kind of sharp on the edges while the even-sized are smoother (not sure why they didn't just have it all smooth). I used the 17mm inserts in my bigger boob and 16 in my slacker, and my nipple was so sore and felt like I had a tear, so I am gonna try 18mm and see if it works
Yes, all 3 have the backflow protector on the top. The caracups are the clearest container wise, but I did have to look on the side to see anything on all of them ...
I'm still confused about the legendary milk ones, the site says pump anywhere but you still have to have an electric pump to go along with it right? I'm so confused 😕
Correct! These cups have no motor. The willow/elvie are all in one systems (and have the price tag to prove if) but these are just cups so make using your regular pump hands free.
Thanks for the great review - I have a spectra s2 and in terms of suction will the cara cups work same as the regular bottles which come with spectra ? Considering buying cara cups for convenience
Thank you so much..i live in Australia where cara cups sell for 70 Aud...is it ok to buy these instead of the best one you recommended as the legendiary will cost me more than 100 Aud including shipping and customs duties if any? I am second time mom to be ..will buy a spectra s9 plus soon. I lost my previous one. Thank you again...i saw ur IGTV and except the pouring part hope you did not find any other issue with Cara.
Hello I bought the old Freemie cups (the open system) and have been having really bad back flow. I believe it's because I have so much milk coming out so quickly, my right side pumps 9oz in 15 minutes using a spectra pump. Would the Legendairy or others you talk about be better for that possibly?
Depending on the pump you use with the cups, I think you can get great suction with any of those options. The biggest difference with the Elvie is the convenience factor! No tubing and discreet. Everyone is different though on what’s most important to them!
How is the suction on the carracups vs the legendairy milk cups? I just ordered the carracups from target a few days ago , I didn't get them yet but thinking about getting the legendairy milk ones too
What kind of flange inserts should you get for the legendairy cups, I see maymom inserts on amazon but they are all brand specific, spectra, freemie, ect...none for legendairy however.
I am not much for watching review videos but I really liked this when I was trying to figure out which cups to get! Thank you! I looked on Amazon fo flange inserts but I can't find anything that converts a 24mm to a 21mm. Only a 25 to a 21. Do you have a suggestion on something I can get for the legendairy cups to fit me better?
@@NewLittleLife do you feel like the flanges are the same size??? I ended up buying the caracups because they were in store and the flange feels too big... i use a 24mm so thats what i bought... idk what i can do about it 🤦🏾♀️
What is your opinion about legendairy milk cups paired with the Ameda mya vs Elvie? I will have a 2.5/3.5 yr old and newborn so I will need that to probably be my primary pump. Like the thought of the willow laying down but don’t want to spend $0.50 per bag. Thank you!!
@@NewLittleLife thank you so much! My insurance would cover the spectra s9, but not the baby Buddha. Which one is better? I thought the Spectra s9 wasn’t hospital grade? Do you think the suction is good?
@@NewLittleLife I’m pretty sure the Elvie was $375 through my insurance, do you think I should buy that one with insurance and then get the legendairy cups with a cheaper pump to go with it to have both or just use insurance for one good pump with the legendairy cups?
@@NewLittleLife If you have a Mya (too late, unfortunately, that is what I ended up with...), do the legendary milk work? How about Cara cups? I really appreciate the info!
With the legendary cups you do NOTTTT need to disassemble the cups to pour!!!! It’s super easy, just unplug the tube and directly pour!! ❤️❤️
Thank you for this comment!
So good to know!!!! I was wondering how it worked and not knowing was keeping me from ordering! Thank you!
Loving all your videos, seriously I thought I was the only one obsessed with cups, ounces, portability sound, etc. one comment I’ll make is that I am an exclusive pumper for at least 1 year with all 3 of my babies, and in terms of longevity of use, I found that the freemies backflow protectors were HORRIBLE. Like cracking after 1 month of exclusive pumping with them. Freemies did replace them under warranty the first time, which was great because it’s ~$20 every time you order a new set. But it was consistently at about 1 month of use for me that they wore out. This is what actually caused me to find the Legendairy cups in the first place because I was fed up! Haven’t had longevity issues with the Legendairy cups yet 👍🏽
I just bought the legendary cups to use with my freemie pump and got an additional 6 ounces above my normal! So glad I saw this video, was starting to think about quitting because I wasn’t getting much at work when I was pumping
Yay! I’m so glad to hear that.
Respuestas
Can you use the regular spectra tubing for the legendary cups? Because the Y shaped tubing that comes with it doesn’t seem to work. Or maybe I’m not attaching the tubing correctly to get enough suction
@@chrystalobi their website says you can
This video was so helpful!!! I originally wanted to go with the Legendairy cups, but they’ve been out of stock. So I tried the freemies & LOVE them! I use them with my spectra all the time & can’t wait to use them with my baby buddha when it comes in!
How do u like them? I am planning on using BB with legendary milk cups!
I’m addicted to your videos!!! So helpful and so organized. The time stamps are great when I’m in a hurry 😂
Right? I love that UA-cam made the new timestamp feature where if I put them in, you can skip to sections!!!! Soooo awesome 🙌🏼
Just was looking at the document for CaraCups, and they do not show that cut out as being where to pour from. That looks like its just for the tube. If the edge of the cup is slightly rolled, etc. then it may pour just fine from any other area of the cut except that cutout.
Also something good to remember too is that silicon ones will require more frequent replacement, so it can also impact cost over the life of the unit verses s more typical plastic one. I believe the Legendary Milk Cups ones recommends replacement every 3 weeks (dependent on use of course).
What? Replace flanges every 3 weeks? Has anyone done this?
To get the tubing all the way in the freemie cup, I've found that if you wet the tube with saliva, you can slide it down much easier!
I got my caracups today and they worked awesome the first time I used them, then after I washed them, dried them, and put them back together I got much lower suction. I looked at the user manual and took it apart and put it back together several times trying to troubleshoot but couldn't get it to work better!
I had the same exact problem with LM CUPS 😔
I'm dying for more information about the Legendairy Milk cups, but there are almost no videos about it on UA-cam. Can you do a full review and maybe an update after you've used the Legendairy Milk cups for awhile?
You bet! There’s a unboxing and review on Instagram, link in the description. There’s also some great reviews in our Facebook group!
I second this!!
Just bought the legendairy cups to use with my medela freestyle flex!
This was so helpful. New to EP so trying to see what will make my life easier with 2 under 2 😂
I am so excited by the silicone flange on the legendary milk cup! I hope to try them. My favorite pump I ever owned comfort wise was a lansinoh hand pump I used with my second baby believe it or not. They used to be made with silicone flange cover. I couldn't find them anymore to use with our unexpected fourth babe. I could pump more and faster with that comfortable pump than the beloved expensive medela. The dangers of decluttering! Lol. I so want to try these as hiding to hand pump when I have three other kids to keep up with is not as practical as when I just had the two and could bank on naps to work on this.
Did you get to try the legendary milk cups?
@@texasxo2404 yes. I like them a lot. Are you hoping to try them? I mostly nurse at this point but having them along with some silicon inserts that make the flange the right size for me has been a good experience.
I am so looking forward to the legendairy cups to be back in stock!
Super helpful video. I have the Freemie cups and mine have an L shaped adapter for connecting to the cup. I noticed you were not using one. This makes it very easy to connect the tubing, but not sure how much it helps with suction loss. I still don't get as much out of my freemie cups as I do a traditional flange with bottle.
I also have the original cups and it did not come with their L connectors which helps with inserting the tubing all the way into the bottom. You have to buy it separately. The new slim fit cups comes with the connectors and it so much easier to connect it. You won’t have to worry about the tubes disconnecting.
So helpful! Wish I had all this information with my first but feeling like I will be prepared for my second!
I love cara cups except when pouring milk! I'm not a fan of silicone flanges recently, I think it wears down easily on my opinion
Watching this now and just an update that Legendairy now has 15, 17, 19, and 21, and 24mm flange options!
YAYY!!!!
Can we get a review on the new baby Buddha cups with baby Buddha pump?
Super helpful! Hopefully the Legendairy cups come back in stock soon!
I recently bought a Freemie Liberty and I kept thinking it was user error too. I could only get about 3/4 of my usual output. I'm definitely going to be buying the LM cups! I already take a couple of their supplements and have been eyeing these cups
Thank you so much!
I needed this video.
My Freemie suction cups are pretty weak too! Thinking about investing in the Legendary Milk cups.
Ok glad it’s not just me 🙈🙈
Do it!! It was soooo worth it for me
Yes i would like to see how to assemble the cups with the different pumps. Did you do that video?
This video is the reason I bought the legendary cups to use with my freemie. I found it super helpful!
That was crazy helpful! Thanks so much, Allison!🥰
I have the spectra cups...I have a 25mm flange, and a 24mm flange. My 17mm maymom insert fits into both. I ordered the cups directly from Korea, and it wasn't more than $25 for each pair with the shipping. It did take about 3 weeks for them to arrive then🤷♀️
How is the suction in spectra cups ?
The suction is really gonna depend more of the pump you're using with the cups, rather than the cups themselves
@@zookcompanygabriellazook2276 Thanks for your reply. I'm using spectra S1 so it should give me the same output that I get with regular flanges with bottles, right ?
@@aayesharehman2406 a tight fitting bra helps with better suction and making sure your nipple is properly aligned in the cups
I agree Zook! Depends more on the pump, although I do get lower suction on the freemie cups regardless of the pump 🙁
Thank you for the video! Hoping the legendary cups will be in stock again soon
Would you recommend using the legendairy cups for my primary pump? I’m getting ready to go back to work and feel like those cups would be so much easier than my flanges with my spectra.
If your nipples tend to be stretchy would you recommend any of these over the others. I've tried the elvie and hated it. My nipples would stretch and cover the suction holes. It was painful and ineffective. I was thinking of the legendary ones because they said their coming out with a 21 and 19 mm flange which is what I need.
Can you please do a video on what pump and flanges/collection cups work for elastic nipples? Like your videos a lot but can’t find info on elastic nipples. Really really need that info. Thank you!
I loved your reviews on the cups, but where did you get your nursing shirt? It is so cute and I am looking for something like that!
Right? From PatPat! There’s a link in the description :)
Ok great I’m not the only one! I swore my freemie cups had like no suction. It sucked I still full after. In your opinion should I buy the insert for it or just go with the legendary cups instead? I’m debating.
So it’s the actual pump itself but the cups that lack the suction??
Can you please so a suction test with all of these. Do the legendary cups hold more suction than the cara cups? We already know the freemies are the worst 😂 I'm using pretty high setting on my baby buddah. I thinking it's the cara cups?
If I remember right when I tested these, the cara cups and the LM cups were very similar. Do decide if you want a hard or soft silicone style cup and either should work well with your baby Buddha!
Just bought the Legendary ones! I think I love them!
Allison, do the Legendairy cups spill when you are pumping but bend over? That was my biggest problem with Freemie!
LOVED THIS VIDEO!! Thank you so much!!
Thank you so much, this comparison video was much needed!
Respuestas,,,
The Legendairy milk cups now offer inserts like 21mm for their flanges do you happen to know if those are also silicone and does this work well for someone with elastic nipples?
This was so helpful! I have the closed system freemie but have been looking at the legendary cups if I can ever find them in stock!
I would like to know if the suction changes with different pumps? I use a duo for work and want to know if the suction changes with legendary or freemie? Also could the freemie slims work with the duo?
The freemie cups consistently have lower suction results on my testing. With the duo that isn’t super strong to start with, I’m probably go with the Legendairy milk cups 👍🏼
Can you use these with the Mandela pump in style?
I’m glad I’m not crazy. I always thought my freemie cups had weak suction. Do you think I could use the Cara cups or legendairy milk cups with the freemie pump? Need something discreet for pumping at work but I hate my freemie cups!
TOTALLY! Either would be great with the freemie pump. I prefer the Legendairy milk cups.
@@NewLittleLife I wear a 21mm flange size. Will inserts work with the legendairy milk cups since they’re silicone?
Yup! Worked fine for me :)
The Legendairy cups are silicon and my breasts did not respond well to them for daily pumping - one it a while it’s fine thigh
Same. The feeemie cups swirl wonders for me with no back flow issues. I pumped 7oz on ONE side this morning with my freemie and that’s next to impossible for usually. But legendary never suctions. Occasionally I get it to work but the majority of time the LM just doesn’t suction for me
And I actually use the LM duette pump so it’s strange to me that they don’t work with this pump
What are your thoughts on the Rumble Tuff collection cups?
So helpful!!! Thank you!!!
Are the legendairy milk flanges able to be used on the caracups? The legendairy cups are sold out 😓 so I was thinking I could buy caracups and just get the replacement flange from legendairy for that silicone?
I have the same question!! I need to know
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Same question have the cars ups already but would love the silicone flanges if they fit???
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Can you please review the zomiee cups?
Can you try the Freemie Slims? 🤞🏻
Hey Allison! Thanks for all your videos, I love them, they are so informative :)
May I ask if the duckflow protector (the white silicone thing) on the caracup is the same as on the regular spectra pump (I have the blue spectra !) ?
It is a different size on the cups than the regular flanges
Using any, specifically the Legendairy cups, are you able to massage to fully empty during pumping? I often have to massage to completely empty and not get clogged ducts!
Hi! I just got my legendairy cups in and I would say it is a little hard to massage with them on. But possible. What I have done is remove the cups then massage my breasts and basically milk them aiming into the cup (hand express). I have the same problem with traditional flanges. I will usually need to hand express after pumping to make sure it is all out and avoid clogged ducts (ouch!).
Curious whether anyone can report back on whether one cup or the other is particularly good for large boobs (G cup+) and/or for low supply. Thanks!
Awesome video!!! Can you recommend a 22mm insert for the Legendairy cups? 21 is too small.
Also needing a 22mm
Thank you ❤️ this video is very helpful!
I bought the legendary milk cups but they don’t drain my breasts like my Spectra. Why is that? Am I doing something wrong? I would love some tips.
Hello. If I have elastic nipples, would I be better suited with plastic flanges than silicone? Torn between these but I tried pumpin pals with my first baby and had terrible luck. Thanks so much.
What about cleaning? I read in the spectra manual online for the caracups they recommend sterilizing in boiling water daily.
Standard cleaning on these just like other pump parts. Soap and water after each use, sterilise daily.
Hi my freemie also dint get as much yield. I felt like i wasted my money as it just dint work. Any suggestions how i can use it? Not sure if im using it wrong
Can I use these cups with the mya joyplus
I already have the Cara Cups and I am wondering if the silicone flanges from the Legendary Milk cups will fit on the Cara Cups? Thanks I’m advance for your help!
They are not interchangeable
Thanks for the quick response!
My question is why would you use these if you still have to be attached to tubing?
They are definitely more discrete so your nipple isn’t hanging out there, it’s easier to put it in your bra as well rather than having the flanges hanging off.
Do any of these cups work with the Ardo Allysa? Ty!
Can’t wait for your live UA-cam videos!
Good to know! Which pumps do you want to see these cups with?
I am currently pregnant but have a spectra s1 from my first and just got the medela freestyle flex for more portability!
@@NewLittleLife Please add the Motif Luna and the Ameda Mya
Do you know if the Legendairy cups work with the Motif Twist? It’s not listed as compatible but I would think it could work if Motif Duo and Luna are compatible.
Do the Lengendairy silicone flanges fit the remaining parts of the Cara cups (ie the cup and all internal parts)? Legendary has 32 mm flanges that you can buy individually, but I have the Cara cups.
Can you try the new slim fit 5 cups from freemie?
I got the legendairy for my spectra 1 pump but I feel it decreases suction? Did you use these legendairy cups with your spectra pump? I feel like the adapters they came with is not a snug fit. I’m very disappointed because I can’t return them
What is a milk cup?
Hey girl! Did you ever do a video for pouring with the legendairy cups?? (pouring with the flange still on)
I didn’t video it but it’s super easy!!!
Hello, are the legendairy milk cups easy to see through? I have the freemie cups and they are hard to see through.
Better than the freemie in my opinion, yes.
@@NewLittleLife Thank you
Can you use these cups with medela?
Thank you for this!! Awesome
So i just received my Freemie Liberty in the mail(before i watched this video) and i was really excited and totally prepared to love it!but i am actually kind of disappointed.... Maybe its user error... I just didn't get very much milk out and my nipples were a little sore afterwards. I put the flange insert in and it left a ring around my areola... Maybe im doing something wrong ... I wanted an elvie, but couldn't afford it, so i ordered this one. Maybe i just need to play with it.. I hooked the motor to my Spectra flange and bottle and i still didn't get much milk... And i cant return it because its been opened! Im pretty bummed about it...
Hey! How is the freemie working for you? Just got it. Having same issues. Planning on ordering the LM cups in June.
I actually had a lot of trouble with the whole thing.. The cups pressing against my breasts made them uncomfortable and after a few minutes started to make them very tender. I ended up selling the system :( but i hear a lot of mamas really love it
I have the same issues with having a low output from my freemie cups and also how the flanges left a ring in my areola. the odd-sized flanges (17,19,21mm etc) are kind of sharp on the edges while the even-sized are smoother (not sure why they didn't just have it all smooth). I used the 17mm inserts in my bigger boob and 16 in my slacker, and my nipple was so sore and felt like I had a tear, so I am gonna try 18mm and see if it works
I bought freemie cups in 2019 and they weren't closed system then. I'm so annoyed 😅
They did used to make two kinds!
Hiya...are the duck billvalves on the legendary ones the same as any other brand.. finding it hard to get replacement parts in Ireland
Did you make a legendairy pour video? I can’t find it!
What’s the visibility looking down to set up pump on breast? Know freemie is blocked by back flow. Same for others?
Yes, all 3 have the backflow protector on the top. The caracups are the clearest container wise, but I did have to look on the side to see anything on all of them ...
Do the pumping pals inserts fit inside these?
Has anyone used the freemie slim fit 6 cups
Can you use the the Legendary Milk Flanges on the Caracups? I have the Caracups and I am interested seeing if the flanges are interchangeable.
Ooo good questions. I don’t think so, I can check though.
Following. I would like to see if their parts are interchangeable. Since the legendairy cups have the ounces marked and the cars cups dont.
Any update, I have the Caracups and would love to switch the flanges or be able to put the size 24 into my size 28 flanges.
@@NewLittleLife any updates? Interested as well as I own one caracup but legendairy still sold out
The flanges on all the cups are NOT interchangeable unfortunately 😕
I'm still confused about the legendary milk ones, the site says pump anywhere but you still have to have an electric pump to go along with it right? I'm so confused 😕
Correct! These cups have no motor. The willow/elvie are all in one systems (and have the price tag to prove if) but these are just cups so make using your regular pump hands free.
Thanks for the great review - I have a spectra s2 and in terms of suction will the cara cups work same as the regular bottles which come with spectra ? Considering buying cara cups for convenience
Yes, the caracups provide similar suction levels on my tests! Great for pairing with your spectra 2.
What about caracups with the 9+? Good suction?
Yes!
Thank you so much..i live in Australia where cara cups sell for 70 Aud...is it ok to buy these instead of the best one you recommended as the legendiary will cost me more than 100 Aud including shipping and customs duties if any? I am second time mom to be ..will buy a spectra s9 plus soon. I lost my previous one. Thank you again...i saw ur IGTV and except the pouring part hope you did not find any other issue with Cara.
Hello I bought the old Freemie cups (the open system) and have been having really bad back flow. I believe it's because I have so much milk coming out so quickly, my right side pumps 9oz in 15 minutes using a spectra pump.
Would the Legendairy or others you talk about be better for that possibly?
You definitely need to use closed system cups with a closed system pump! The Legendairy cups would be much better for your spectra.
I actually hacked my opens to be closed. I got them for 25 dollars. I had to get them. It meant connecting the cords to the back flow protectors.
Question can you use the legendary cups with the genie advanced portable pump?
You bet!
Are there any silicone lids that will work with the freemie?
Not that I know of.
How does suction compare to Elvie? Trying to decide between legendairy milk cups w/spectra s9 or medela freestyle or elvie
Depending on the pump you use with the cups, I think you can get great suction with any of those options. The biggest difference with the Elvie is the convenience factor! No tubing and discreet. Everyone is different though on what’s most important to them!
Can any of these cups be hacked to be used with the geenie advanced?
Yup!
Can the regular spectra flanges be used in the Cara cups? Or can you only use the inserts to get a better fit?
No, the cup flange is quite different from a traditional flange. Inserts only
@@NewLittleLife thank you so much!
How is the suction on the carracups vs the legendairy milk cups?
I just ordered the carracups from target a few days ago , I didn't get them yet but thinking about getting the legendairy milk ones too
The suction on those 2 were very similar. Nothing noticeable in the difference.
For freemie valve, can i use the classic spectra valve for replacement?
No, all the cups use a smaller valve that traditional flanges.
What kind of flange inserts should you get for the legendairy cups, I see maymom inserts on amazon but they are all brand specific, spectra, freemie, ect...none for legendairy however.
There’s a link in the video description. Do the ones for 24mm flanges and they should work great!
@@NewLittleLife ty!
I am not much for watching review videos but I really liked this when I was trying to figure out which cups to get! Thank you! I looked on Amazon fo flange inserts but I can't find anything that converts a 24mm to a 21mm. Only a 25 to a 21. Do you have a suggestion on something I can get for the legendairy cups to fit me better?
I’ll take a look! The 24mm are hit and miss, I know what you mean.
I use a 25mm insert in 24mm flanges and they work perfectly!
Would the legendairy cups work with the pump in style max flow???
Yes! They have an adapter and it works well :)
@@NewLittleLife do you feel like the flanges are the same size??? I ended up buying the caracups because they were in store and the flange feels too big... i use a 24mm so thats what i bought... idk what i can do about it 🤦🏾♀️
Which cup can be attached to the baby buddha?
Any of these I believe!
Definitely the Legendairy milk ones. There’s a video on my IGTV
My worry is do they spill. I know I've had the led coming off
What is your opinion about legendairy milk cups paired with the Ameda mya vs Elvie? I will have a 2.5/3.5 yr old and newborn so I will need that to probably be my primary pump. Like the thought of the willow laying down but don’t want to spend $0.50 per bag. Thank you!!
I don’t love the Ameda mya. But the legendary milk cups paired with something like the spectra 9 or the baby Buddha would be awesome!
@@NewLittleLife thank you so much! My insurance would cover the spectra s9, but not the baby Buddha. Which one is better? I thought the Spectra s9 wasn’t hospital grade? Do you think the suction is good?
@@NewLittleLife I’m pretty sure the Elvie was $375 through my insurance, do you think I should buy that one with insurance and then get the legendairy cups with a cheaper pump to go with it to have both or just use insurance for one good pump with the legendairy cups?
Yes, I prefer that pump to the Ameda mya for sure!
@@NewLittleLife If you have a Mya (too late, unfortunately, that is what I ended up with...), do the legendary milk work? How about Cara cups? I really appreciate the info!
Do any have more spill protection? Or are all equal? Freedom to bend and move or mostly still pretty upright pumping?
They all seem very similar that way, each has an opening at the top of the cup for potential leaking while bending over.
super helpful information. My only critique would be that you stop saying "fa lang" as it is "flang". 🙂
Noted :)
Does the legendary milk cups work with spectra s1 pump?
You bet!