08/10/2026
Are wearable breast pumps worth it when you want more freedom but also need pumping to work for you? Kathy Rougier and Eliza Koo, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) from Tender Loving Milk, discuss the Elvie, milk supply, fl**ge fit and what to consider before spending S$600-700.
Can a wearable replace a traditional double electric pump? What if the fit is wrong? And could your budget be better spent on breastfeeding support?
ABOUT THE PRODUCT
The Elvie Wearable Breast Pump sits inside a bra and collects expressed milk in its containers, offering the possibility of pumping while going about your day. It typically retails in Singapore for around S$600-700 for a double set, depending on offers.
Is that flexibility worth the money, and what should you consider before buying? Kathy and Eliza discuss the Elvie and wearable breast pumps more broadly, exploring how they might fit into everyday life.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Drawing on her experience supporting pumping mums, Eliza explores the differences between wearable and traditional double electric pumps, and what those differences might mean for milk supply, comfort and everyday use.
Kathy and Eliza discuss fl**ge sizing, why a measurement is only a starting point, and why seeing how the ni**le moves during pumping can matter. They also explore painful pumping, keeping the pump centred when moving, and the practical demands of expressing milk while caring for a baby or returning to work.
When might a wearable breast pump fit into your feeding journey, and what should you check before buying one? Kathy asks Eliza where she would spend S$600, weighing convenience against pumping comfort, practical support and the possibility of needing more than one pump.
MEET THE GUEST
Eliza Koo is an IBCLC from Tender Loving Milk in Singapore. She helps mums navigate breastfeeding and pumping, including assessing fl**ge fit and pumping comfort.
As a mum herself, Eliza also shares why she sought help from another IBCLC after her third baby, despite being qualified herself. She understands how overwhelming feeding difficulties can feel.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This episode is for general information and discussion, not medical advice or personalised professional advice. For concerns about breastfeeding, milk supply, pumping pain or your baby's feeding, speak to an appropriately qualified healthcare professional. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for fitting, use and cleaning.
So - is the Elvie Wearable Breast Pump worth it for you?
