Disclosure: This is a Sarah Wells Lizzy Breast Pump Bag review. I was given a bag, free of charge, and I used the bag daily for two weeks before writing this post. The opinions here are my own.
I’ve had the same old-school Medela pump bag since I bought my Freestyle back in 2010. Recently, I got the chance to try out the Sarah Wells Lizzy Pump Bag. I’m pretty sure that calling it “life-changing” would make me sound overdramatic. However. I spend a lot of time carrying my pump bag, and I love the Lizzy bag. And not just because the fact that I am using it now means I’m no longer relying on safety pins to hold together my pump bag.
First, a quick description. The bag has two compartments on the bottom that you access via a side zipper. These compartments are padded and insulated, and they are intended to contain your pump and a bottle cooler. One is larger than the other because some pumps are larger than others – this is great, because the bag will be able to safely protect and pad your pump no matter the size. The bag also opens from the top, where you can put accessories like your hands-free bra and other stuff.
Below is a list of all the things I like about it, and how you can get the most use out of it.
Size
When you’re an exclusive pumper, you need to take your pump with you almost everywhere that you go. When you add on a diaper bag and a purse, it can feel like you’re a sherpa when you’re just trying to go to the park and grocery shopping.
This pump bag could actually function as all three things. You can put your pump in one pump compartment, your bottles, a freezer pack, hands-free bra, and pump parts in the other zipper compartment. Then you can put diapers and wipes in the top, and there’s a side zipper for your wallet and phone. Everything you need in one well-organized bag, done.
Functionality
It’s obvious that a lot of care has gone into the design of this pump bag, because it is extremely functional. The side zipper compartments are cushioned and insulated and work great for containing your pump and cooler and bottles. There is plenty of room on the top for accessories, with pockets that will fit pump wipes, battery packs, car adaptors, breast pads, nipple cream, etc.
Quality
This bag is well-constructed, and I’m confident it will last through multiple kids and beyond (see below).
Versatility
Despite the fact that this bag is designed for functionality with regard to carrying a breast pump and cooler/bottles, it can be used as a “normal” bag when you’re done pumping or between kids. All you need to do is push the pump and cooler compartments down (they collapse easily), and you have a good-sized bag – it’s a perfect for a roomy carry-on or would work great for packing your child’s clothes and a few toys for a trip.
Cuteness Factor
This bag is obviously much cuter than my old-school Medela bag, but that goes without saying, right?
Overall, I love this pump bag and think it’s a great choice!
Updated 5/18/18: This Sarah Wells Lizzy breast pump bag review was originally a giveaway; outdated information was removed.
Sarah says
July 14, 2016 at 4:19 pmI EP’d for my first child and am currently expecting my 2nd in 3 weeks, and am hoping breastfeeding will be easier this time around, but planning in case it isn’t. I used the Medela pump in style and will likely again, since I still have all the extra parts I bought the last time around and would rather not have to stock up again with a new pump. The bag the pump comes in is okay, I found it to be big enough to carry all of my pumping stuff but not much else.
I am wondering how I would use this bag with the Medela pump in style, however–it doesn’t seem like the pump can come out of the bag without destroying it.
Does anyone have any experience in taking their pump out of the bag for the Medela pump in style model?
Krista McComack says
July 14, 2016 at 8:37 amMy current bag is beat up from pumping with my first son. I’d like to have a nice, stylish bag to go back to work with!
Sil says
July 14, 2016 at 3:48 amI want a bag that makes it easier to set up my pumping station when I’m on the go (eg special compartment for pump, accessories organized)…
Fiona Geisinger says
July 13, 2016 at 10:54 pmI don’t have a pump bag currently. I will be returning to work in a month and will be using a gym bag to lug everything around. Plus I will be carrying an additional bag for my laptop. I have a 90 minute commute that involves a car, a train, and a 3/4 mile walk… a good all in one bag would be so very helpful!
Brandi Brunson says
July 13, 2016 at 10:06 pmI currently don’t have a pump bag to carry my pump. I am exclusively pumping for my NICU baby. This would be a great win.
Audrey says
July 13, 2016 at 9:29 pmI would love to win this! Never had a cute pump bag. This will be my 4th time EPing, except this time I am not going to try nursing at all. Extremely sad about that, but Im desperate for a full milk supply.
Jennifer says
July 13, 2016 at 3:44 pmI currently have NO pump bag and need one desperately!! 🙂
Jen Olson says
July 13, 2016 at 3:42 pmUGH! Mine is 3+ years old and falling apart!! My insurance didn’t cover the package that came with a bag for baby #2. 🙁
Kristen says
July 13, 2016 at 9:25 amI would love this bag. I am currently pregnant…first time mom. I just have a pump and parts only. I will be returning to work after maternity leave and would love a stylish and discreet bag such as this one!!
Thanks so much for considering me:)
Jamie says
July 13, 2016 at 5:41 amMy current bag is beinf used for kid two. It is bulky and falling apart. I also dislike it because it isn’t discreet. I would love a new stylish pump bag for all my summer adventures to make me feel less like a cow.
Sam A. says
July 13, 2016 at 4:29 amThis is the perfect pump bag! I love the different compartments and i love how it can fit so much stuff.
Czarina A. says
July 13, 2016 at 4:26 amI love how cute the bag is and that it doesnt look like a regular pumping bag. I also love the organization on this bag!!
EM Kuba says
July 13, 2016 at 4:20 amSuper Cute bag! I love that it creates a mini sterile place for your pump and easy to open and hook up- perfect for work! Ive been creating a nice clean place but have to constantly pack and unpack and this would be so helpful for pumping at work.
Mei Ancayan says
July 13, 2016 at 4:16 amI love how you u can fit EVERYTHING in it and you dont have to bring a cooler!! Super Cute
Anna-Cheri Simler says
July 13, 2016 at 1:52 amToo bulky and just one big tote without any organization or extra pockets.
Shannon Amador says
July 13, 2016 at 12:35 amMy current pump bag straps are tearing from my many transports to and from work every day since I had two babies back to back!
Mindy Hagar says
July 12, 2016 at 11:19 pmMy little one is 3 weeks old. He is the yougest of 6 kiddos and the first I’m exclusively pumping for. My current pumping bag consist of one of those cloth shopping bags that you buy to replace plastic bags – so when I leave the house I really look like a bag lady with a diaper bag and cloth bag. This bag would be a wonderful replacement.
Stacie Cass says
July 12, 2016 at 9:54 pmI LOVE my spectra pump, but it didn’t come with a bag and most bags are too small. I’m currently using a large purse and while it fits what I need (and is a definite improvement over the gym bag I started with), I would love the Lizzy bag to use the pump without removing it from the bag. The padded, insulated pockets would also be incredibly helpful and eliminate the need for me to carry a separate cooler. Seems like a perfectly designed bag (and it’s SUPER CUTE)!!
Amy says
July 12, 2016 at 8:21 pmMy bag doesn’t exist. I currently have been using a rental from the hospital so it stays at home, which is where I pump 99% of the time. I have on rare occasion used a manual pump away from home. Now that my LO is over 3 months old it is time to transition to the Medela PISA that I have and start to venture away from home with my pump. I have been looking at these bags and would love to have one. Exclusively pumping is a whole new world to me and this bag would be a nice treat for all the hard work that goes into pumping.
Carol says
July 12, 2016 at 7:29 pmNot enough room for pump parts and I have to carry a separate cooler bag. With my laptop bag, the bag for daycare supplies, I am the ultimate bag lady. It would be great to be able to condense things into even just one less bag!
Phibe ly says
July 12, 2016 at 6:29 pmPump bag is too small and hard to clean
Bianca Norman says
July 12, 2016 at 3:38 pmThe bag I have now is just black and plain. Would love something more stylish! Thank you for the review and giveaway!
Theresa says
July 12, 2016 at 1:26 pmCurrent bag screams breast pump! As an exclusive pumper, I would love something more discreet for work and when going about town!
Theresa says
July 12, 2016 at 1:25 pmMy current pumping bag is just a one compartment tote. This bag is not only way cuter but looks a lot more functional. I go back to work tomorrow and could definitely use a more functional bag.
Amanda says
July 12, 2016 at 12:40 pmCurrently I don’t have a pump bag and I go back to work as a high school teacher in less than a month! This would be perfect!
Denise says
July 12, 2016 at 11:41 amDiscovered the Lizzy Pump bag on Amazon once I settled on which pump I was going to order through insurance and the pump doesn’t come with a bag. Fine by me as the Lizzy doesn’t scream “pump bag” and looks like it can carry everything I need without the need to carry multiple bags. Looking forward to using the bag when I return back to work!
Rebecca says
July 12, 2016 at 9:38 amMy pump bag is an old thirty one bag i haul around. Would love this super cute bag as my go to for pumping/diaper bag/purse.. 🙂
Sara Born says
July 12, 2016 at 9:07 amCurrently dont have a pump bag, using a canvas tote ?
Amanda Freis says
July 12, 2016 at 7:56 amToo small!
Jessica says
July 12, 2016 at 7:04 amMy current pump case is too small to fit any of my pump accessories, so I end up carrying an additional bag. That makes a total of four bags ( diaper bag, purse, pump, accessories) a baby, and a dog to haul everywhere I go. ?
Rebecca Henderson says
July 11, 2016 at 10:58 pmMy curent pumping bag is a little cooler I got free from my OB/GYN and hardly holds anything… I have to carry 3 bags with me to work to get everything to and from work! I hate that it’s one big open space without compartments. I love to organize so this bag sounds perfect!
Lorie says
July 11, 2016 at 10:33 pmMy current bag doesn’t have any room for an ice pack or the full bottles. This bag would resolve that issue.