Description
- Pump bundle
- Tote bag
- AA or plug-in
The Mya Joy pump, packed in Ameda’s tote for days away from home
The Ameda Mya Joy with tote is the same 8 oz pump and HygieniKit as the Mya Joy Basic, plus Ameda’s large black tote to carry it all.
If you pump at work or on the road most weekdays, the bag is ready the day the pump arrives.
Is the Ameda Mya Joy with tote right for you?
Best for
- Pumping at work or school, with the pump, parts and adapter in one bag
- Moms who commute or travel and want a bag made for the pump
- Pumping rooms with no outlet, since AA batteries run it cord-free
Maybe not for
- Pumping mostly at home. The Mya Joy Basic is the same pump without the bag.
- Carrying milk home cold. This tote has no cooler; the Spectra S1 Plus with tote and cooler includes one.
What the tote adds
The tote is the only difference from the Basic. The pump, kit and spare parts inside are the same.
- Zippered main compartment
- Room for the pump, the HygieniKit and the power adapter, zipped shut.
- Front zip pocket
- Keeps small things like spare valves or AA batteries where you can find them.
- Two handles
- Carry it like any everyday tote.
Ameda describes the tote as black, durable fabric. It doesn’t publish the bag’s measurements.
Out of the bag, it clips on
The pump weighs about 8 oz and has a clip on the back for your waistband or a purse pocket. Add a pumping bra and your hands are free. More ideas in our hands-free pumping guide.
Four AA batteries give about 1.5 hours of pumping, Ameda’s manual says. Near an outlet, plug in the adapter from the tote instead.
The pump inside
- Hospital-strength suction
- Up to 250 mmHg, Ameda says, for single or double pumping.
- Two modes, 18 levels
- Six light levels to start milk flowing, then twelve to express. It switches after 2 minutes.
- Closed HygieniKit
- A barrier keeps milk out of the tubing, so the tubing skips the wash. Open or closed?
- Quiet
- 45 dB or less, Ameda says, for a shared office or a car.
With the tote, on its own, or a bundle with a cooler?
Both Mya Joy listings pump the same way. Choose by what you want to carry, and whether your milk needs to stay cold on the way home.
Ameda Mya Joy with tote
Portable, carry bag
- Ameda’s black tote
- AA or plug-in
- No cooler
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Ameda Mya Joy Basic
Portable, pump only
- The same pump and kit
- No bag
- Best if you pump at home
Spectra S1 Plus with tote and cooler
Rechargeable, carry set
- Tote plus pink cooler kit
- About 3 hours per charge
- Bigger pump, about 3 lbs
Questions moms ask about the Mya Joy with tote
How much does the Ameda Mya JOY With Tote cost with insurance?
With insurance, the Ameda Mya JOY With Tote costs $0 to $85, depending on your plan. Many plans cover it in full; others add an upgrade fee. Check your coverage and we’ll tell you your exact cost before you order.
Is it the same pump as the Mya Joy Basic?
Yes. Ameda’s box list for this package matches the Mya Joy Basic item for item, with one addition: the tote bag. Everything below about the pump applies to both listings.
Will the Ameda Mya Joy tote keep my milk cold, and is there a bundle with a cooler?
No, it isn’t insulated and there’s no ice pack in the box. Bring a small cooler for the trip home, and see our guide to storing breast milk for how long it keeps. For a tote that comes with a cooler, see the Spectra S1 Plus with tote and cooler.
How strong is the Ameda Mya Joy suction?
Up to 250 mmHg in Expression mode, Ameda says, and up to 100 mmHg in Stimulation. The Spectra S1 and S2 list 270 mmHg, so the Mya Joy is gentler on paper. It has 6 Stimulation levels and 12 Expression levels.
How do I put the Ameda Mya Joy together?
Ameda’s manual says to start with dry parts: 1. Push the valve onto the bottom of the flange, holding it by the rim. 2. Press the diaphragm into the top of the flange, with its inside completely dry. 3. Screw on the bottle. 4. Press the adapter cap onto the flange until it pops. 5. Keep the tubing attached to the caps and tubing adapter.
How do I clean the Ameda Mya Joy?
Wash the flange, diaphragm, valve and bottle after every use, in a basin used only for baby items or in the dishwasher. The tubing, adapter cap and tubing adapter never touch milk, so they need no washing. Ameda says to sanitize before first use by boiling or in a microwave steam bag, and never to push a brush into the valves.
Where do I buy replacement parts for the Ameda Mya Joy?
Ameda sells them on its website and through online and medical supply partners including Amazon. Ameda recommends replacing valves and diaphragms about every 8 to 12 weeks, depending on how you clean and use them. Call us if you’re not sure which part you need.
Which flange size fits the Ameda Mya Joy?
It comes with 25 mm and 28.5 mm CustomFit flanges, and Ameda sells sizes from 11 to 36 mm separately. A good fit means your nipple moves freely in the tunnel; rubbing means too small, and areola pulled in means too large. Call us and we’ll help you find your size.
How loud is the Ameda Mya Joy?
45 dB or less, Ameda says. That’s quiet enough for an office or a car.
Is the Ameda Mya Joy hospital grade?
Ameda calls the Mya Joy “hospital strength” and files it under its single-user pumps, not its hospital-grade ones. We don’t use the label ourselves. The number to compare is suction: 250 mmHg in Expression mode.
Can I use the Ameda Mya Joy lying down?
Ameda doesn’t publish guidance on pumping lying down or reclined. It does say the pump clips to a waistband and works hands free with a pumping bra. Check the manual or call us if you want to pump in bed.
Can I pump at work without an outlet with the Mya Joy?
Yes. Pack four AA batteries in the front pocket and you get about 1.5 hours of pumping, Ameda’s manual says. When the screen shows “Lo”, swap them or plug in. More in our tips for breastfeeding at work.
Does insurance cover the Ameda Mya Joy?
Ameda says most insurance plans cover the Mya Joy. We check your plan and send the prescription request to your doctor, and we’ll tell you before anything ships if your plan covers a different pump. Start your order through insurance.
Can I get an Ameda pump through insurance?
Most health plans, including Marketplace plans, must cover a breast pump under federal rules (HealthCare.gov). We check your plan, get the prescription from your doctor, and ship the Mya Joy with tote to your door. If your plan covers a different pump, we will tell you before anything ships.
Start your order through insurance
Don’t see your plan? We work with hundreds, including state Medicaid programs. Questions first? See our pumping FAQ.
