I got given one when I was preg with DD thinking I'd never use it, but I got a LOT of use out of it! It saved me from crazy swollen boobs in the first few weeks before the boobs worked out supply and demand. I was never away from DD, but still used it heaps!!!

I am going against the grain here but I completely recommend having one on hand! I have lent mine to my aunty and talked to several people who have had to quickly pop down the shop and buy one in desperation and (what felt to be) boobs about to explode!! I know that sounds stupid, but you really have no idea how much milk you will make until the time comes.

Also you could be completely the opposite and not have much milk at all, in which case after bubby feeds you start pumping away (as they're already been emptied) in order to encourage a larger milk supply.

It is something you could just wait and see, but I was so releived I had it on hand. Best gift I was bought!