Whether you are a breastfeeding mother who has got
to return back to her job or a homemaker who occasionally has to leave
her new born with the caretaker, a good breast pump is one of the most
essential must-have item you should keep handy. But there are so many
varieties of breast pump available in the market that it's advisable you
properly check which one will suit you perfectly before purchasing or
renting it.
If you have to leave for work everyday and thus, require pumping both
sides of your breasts to extract milk for you baby, then you probably
need a powerful breast pumping device. Normal breast feeding pump works
well for those mothers who prefers pumping one breast at a time, while
nursing on the other. If you are facing a dearth of time then, better
opt for a double breast pumping machine.
A manual breast pump is a cheap, portable option for those who pump up
to one time per day. Manual pumps are also reliable as there are no
mechanical parts to break down. The flip side is that these can be quite
tiring to use. Another option for new moms can be battery-operated
breast feeding pumps, though these are not as popular as manual or
electric ones. The problem with battery pump is that they are much less
powerful than a baby's sucking pattern.
The electric breast pump is the best choice among the various varieties
available. These can pump out milk from both breasts at the same time
and closely imitate a baby's sucking pattern. Some additional devises
that may come with it include AC adaptors, built-in milk coolers, travel
case and hands-free kits. The biggest drawback is that the electric
breast pump comes expensive.
