Best breast pump

There is no single “best breast pump” out on the market today. Rather, there are multiple “best breast pumps” – one may be best for one mother while another may be the best for another mother. Which is the best breast pump for you depends greatly on your individual needs.

For instance, whether or not you plan to go back to work or school full-time or part-time (or not at all) can make a big difference as to the which is the best breast pump for you. After all, while hospital grade electric breastfeeding pumps are the most efficient and effective, they are also the most expensive and therefore not the best choice for many moms. For a stay-at-home mother who will rarely need to express milk, such pumps are likely not worth their price.

On the other hand, while a manual pump is the most inexpensive, it is also one of the least efficient models, and it can lead to hand fatigue if used often and/or for extended periods of time. For a mother going back to work full-time or even part time, a manual pump is most definitely not the best breast pump.

So, as you can tell already, two major factors that play into the decision as to which breast pump to get are the price of the pump and the work status of the mother. Other factors that a mother might consider are:

· Efficiency – how many suction and release cycles per minute does the pump have?
· Adjustability – are the speeds and suction adjustable?
· Comfort – are the breast shields the right size? Can I change the shield to fit me better? Does it hurt?
· Dual capacity – can I use it to pump both breasts at the same time?
· Clean – is it easy to take apart and clean?
· Portability – is it light? Does it come with a tote?
· Accessories – can I plug it into my car cigarette lighter? Can it be used with a batter pack? Does it come with bottles and other accessories?
· Features – does it have a date and time feature (and do I need one?) Will it tell me which breast I pumped last and for how long?
· Noise – is it quiet? Will everyone at the office know I am using it?
· Discreet – can I express milk while talking on the phone and working at my computer?
· Warranty – will the pump last as long as I need it to?

Not all of the abovementioned factors are important to women – in general, mothers must find a balance of what is important to them if they want to find the best breast pump possible. They must decide whether they can make due without certain features in favor of a better price. They must decide if a little extra weight and less portability is worth additional efficiency, etc.

In conclusion, the best breast pump for you depends on many factors. To find out which pump best suits your schedule, personality, budget, and lifestyle, speak with a lactation consultant.

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