Best Wearable Breast Pumps for Twin Moms 

If you’re planning to pump in any capacity for your twins, you’re probably wondering at what point it’s safe to begin using a portable, wearable breast pump. Inside this article, twin moms share their insider takes on which wearable breast pumps worked for them and their twins. 

Before we dive into specific recommendations by twin mamas who’ve been there, when it comes to the best wearable breast pumps for twins, there are some important factors to consider. 

What to consider before buying a wearable breast pump for twins?

Looking into the costs and what’s covered

First, you’ll want to see what breast pumps your insurance will cover (if you have insurance). In some cases, your insurance may cover one breast pump per pregnancy, and if you’re lucky, it may even cover one breast pump per baby. 

Also, some insurance providers only cover the cost of “hospital-grade” pumps or they may require an additional fee for a portable pump. 

So as a first step, call your insurance provider (if you have one) and see what they will cover! This can help you determine if you’ll need to save up for a wearable pump down the road or if perhaps it’s something you want to add to your twin baby registry.

The timing of using a wearable breast pump

Another important consideration is when to begin using a wearable pump. In the newborn twin stage while you’re regulating your milk supply, many lactation consultants advise using only hospital-grade pumps. 

This is to ensure that you are using the highest quality pump to fully empty your breasts during a pump session. Of course, with two babies to feed, this is even more important!

Every twin mom’s situation is a little different, so if you’re already planning to supplement with formula, and convenience is your top priority, this may not be as big of a deal to you.

For example, I began using a wearable pump about 6 weeks in because my twins were in the NICU for 3 months and I would put my wearables on during my 1 hour+ commute. I never reached a “full” milk supply for twins, but to me, the convenience was more important because it made pumping feel more sustainable, especially when I went back to my full-time teaching job when they were around 6 months old. I pumped until they were 14 months.

But to preserve the integrity of your breast milk supply, do be cautious about switching over to a wearable pump too soon. You may find that it’s helpful to use a wearable pump on occasion or if you have to go back to work while still using your hospital-grade pump at home. 

You can even consult a twin lactation consultant to talk through what your best options are for pumping based on your unique circumstances!

Benefits of wearable breast pumps for twins

Here are some of the major benefits of investing in a quality wearable breast pump for twins:

• The convenience of being hands-free and being able to multi-task
• More “privacy” because they’re easier to hide under your clothing
• Many of them have fewer parts to deal with than traditional pumps

Downsides of wearable breast pumps for twins

There are also some important drawbacks to consider with using a wearable breast pump for twins:

• Many of them are more expensive than traditional breast pumps
• They may not fully empty your breasts as effectively as a hospital-grade pump
• Sometimes not covered (or fully covered) by insurance companies

With all of this in mind, of course we want to give you the inside scoop on which wearable breast pumps twin moms have used and love. 

We recently asked our twin parent community…

What wearable breast pumps do you find helpful for pumping for twins?

And here’s what they had to say…

“I used Willow and Momcozy. Momcozy were much more cost-effective but not as powerful as the Willow Pump. Willow pumps were amazing but did lose a bit of milk trying to learn how to properly seal and also pour into storage containers.” – Twins Plus One Travel and Life Hacks

“Eufy s1 Pro for sure!! I tried quite a few; it’s been the best one. I only wish it held more than 6oz each cup sometimes. Sincerely, a primarily pumping twin mom of 16 months.” – Kaitee

“For wearable pumps with twins, I love my Elvie for convenience—especially when I need my hands free with two. I also use my Medela in the beginning and between sessions to help boost supply, and that combo has worked really well for me. Elvie makes it so much easier to pump while doing other things, which is a game changer with twins.” – Lauren

“Eufy S1 Pro’s!!” – Kait

“Euffffyy.” – Marwaa

“Spectra in the beginning to increase supply and then Momcozy s12 pro wearable all the way.” – Sarah

“Momcozy M9 works really well.” – Rina

“MomCozy M5’s.” – Twin Mama Marketplace

Do wearable pumps work for twin moms with larger breasts?

“I have the Eufy and I’m normally a C cup, now at least a d. It is crowded in a nursing tank/bra but not impossible.” – Anna Marie

“Yes, but they are noticeable. Great for hands-free time though! I squeeze them into my normal bras for the car ride on my way to work.” – Eleanor

Want to see more resources for breast pumps and pumping for twins? Check out these articles too!

• 10 Pumping Must-Haves for Busy Moms
• Tips to Successfully and Exclusively Pump for Twins
• What is the Best Breast Pump for Exclusively Pumping for Twins?

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