How to choose a breast pump

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The best breast pump manufacturers - which firm to choose

When choosing a breast pump, it is better to give preference to well-which have been releasing products for breastfeeding for more than one year and have won the trust of consumers around the world.

The most popular brands of breast pumps today are:

1. Medela

2. Canpol Babies

3. Tommee Tippee

4. Avent

These companies produce a wide range of products for young mothers and children. Brands constantly improve the output of products, becauseconduct multiple research, take into account the wishes of consumers and implement innovative solutions. Breast pumps comply with international quality standards, so they are absolutely safe to use.

With our rating of the best breast pumps, you will be able to find out which models of these devices are considered the most effective and reliable.

Principle of operation and the device of the breast pump

Breast pump is a device for expressing breast milk. The device helps to control lactation and prevent lactostasis( milk stagnation in the chest).The principle of operation is extremely simple. With the help of a special vacuum nozzle and airlock in the device, pressure is created and the milk comes out of the chest. There are different models, so the principle of action is realized in different ways.

There are many situations in which young mothers simply can not do without pumping out:

1. Preservation of lactation in case the baby and mom are not together. Such a situation can arise if a woman is on inpatient treatment, takes strong medicines that are not compatible with breastfeeding( HS), etc.

2. A child can not suckle on her own. In this case, mom has to feed the child from the bottle, so you can not do without expressing.

3. Cracks in the nipples. This is a rather painful condition, in which GW brings a lot of unpleasant sensations to the young mother. At the time of cracks treatment, HS has to be canceled.

4. Prevention of mastitis. An excess of milk in the breast leads to lactostasis, which in turn is the most common cause of mastitis, so young mothers resort to pumping to normalize lactation and release the breast for a new portion of milk.

In addition, breast pump helps increase lactation, if milk is not enough, becausethe development of the latter increases, if more often expressed and applied to the baby's chest.

Types of breast pumps

Mechanical pump breast pumps

These are the cheapest breast pumps. They are a plastic funnel for the chest with a pear. In some models, there is an additional attachment for a baby bottle.

In order to express the milk with such a device it will take some effort. It is necessary to press the pear and attach the funnel to the chest, then gradually release the pear. Due to the vacuum pressure, decanting takes place. As for sterilization, under the influence of high temperatures, a rubber pear can deform with time. In addition, frequent use of such a device can lead to cracking of the nipples, so the device is more suitable for short-term use.

Pluses:

• convenient construction, minimum details;
• breast pump is easy to operate;
• noiseless operation;
• compact size;
• low cost.

Disadvantages:

• because of the lack of imitation of breast sucking, cracks in the nipples may appear;
• allows the collection of a small amount of breast milk;
• application of physical effort reduces the productivity of expressing.

Mechanical piston breast pumps

The device consists of a silicone nozzle on the nipple, a special lever and a bottle. To express the milk, it is necessary to tightly press the nozzle to the chest and press the lever. Milk enters the bottle and the woman does not have to additionally pour it. Some models have nozzles with convexities, which provide a more comfortable expression.

This device allows you to express up to 200 ml of milk within 10 minutes, which is a significant advantage over manual collection, which takes about 30 minutes to get this volume. The device is excellent for regular use, becausefrequent pumping does not hurt the chest. Advantages:

• the device simulates sucking of the kid;
• has a mild massage effect that stimulates lactation;
• practical, easy to disassemble;
• is easy to use;
• high productivity.

Disadvantages:

• may be tired during decantation;
• devices are not always strong, you may need to change the nozzle.

Electric

Such models are a dream for every mother. The principle of the device - creating a vacuum around the nipple with a special motor. Breast pumps allow you to express a fairly large amount of milk in a short period of time, without applying any special efforts to this - a woman just press one button and the device will start its work. At the time of collection, a woman can do her own things: read, watch TV, etc. At the same time, the mother can adjust the intensity of the process.

Some models express two breasts at the same time, complete with storage tanks for milk transportation. The devices can be operated from mains or from batteries. Such breast pumps are recommended for women who need regular decanting.

Advantages:

• saving time and effort;
• high productivity;
• several modes of operation;The
• device is excellent for frequent use;
• does not injure the chest.

Disadvantages:

• high cost;
• can not be completely sterilized;
• overall, because of this device is not suitable for travel;
• noise, so it does not work out close to a sleeping child.

Electronic

Unlike previous models, electronic breast pumps are more suitable for use in hospital settings for frequent daily use by patients. These innovative devices are very effective, they are created on the basis of careful medical research.

The instruments have a suction control and a maximum vacuum limit. They mimic the rhythm of suckling the baby's mother's breast, so pumping looks like a natural process of feeding. Suitable for use in the following cases: hypogalactia, lactation crisis, onset of HS.

Advantages:

• devices are durable, reliable, durable, multifunctional;
• Mom's hands are not occupied, so she gets maximum freedom of action;
• can be single and double decant;
• adjustment of vacuum level;
• fully expresses milk and helps to solve a lot of problems associated with GV.

Disadvantages:

• high cost;The
• comes with a lot of spare parts, which makes sterilization difficult.

Breast pump selection parameters

1. Pumping frequency

If a woman plans to use the device frequently, then you should choose between electric and mechanical piston breast pumps. For rare operation it is better to purchase a simple option - a mechanical pump model.

2. Noise level

Electronic breast pumps produce noise during operation and often exceed 55 dB, so decantation is not recommended next to the sleeping baby. If for a young mother is important quiet operation of the device, it is better to choose a mechanical breast pump.

3. Power

In electric models, attention should be paid to the power of the breast pump and the presence of intensity adjustment pumping. This is necessary so that the young mother can correct the unpleasant sensations when decanting.

4. Modes of operation

Electric models can have different modes of operation: soft stimulation( simulates weak and frequent sucking), pumping( simulates prolonged and intense sucking), massage effect.

5. The possibility of double decantation

The presence of this parameter in the electronic breast pump allows you to express breast milk 2 times faster, while the intensity and intensity of the process does not decrease.

6. Power supply

Electric models operate from mains or from batteries. The former usually have higher power, the latter are often inferior in this parameter, however they are more compact and can be taken on trips. If a breast pump is required, the work of which does not depend on electricity, a mechanical device should be purchased.

7. Construction

The simpler the design, the easier it is to look after the device. The presence of a large number of baits, details makes it difficult to disassemble, clean and sterilize them.

8. Nozzles

The nozzle can be plastic or silicone. Plastic are the most durable and durable, but less comfortable to use than silicone ones. The latter are quite soft and do not cause unpleasant sensations when they are expressed, they shrink and unclench, imitating breast sucking. In addition, some nozzles have petals that have an easy massage effect.

9. Dimensions

Portable breast pumps are great for travel, more overall models( electrical) are advisable to use at home.

10. Package Contents

Some models are equipped with a storage capacity for breast milk. Women who feed the baby from a bottle, such a container - a very convenient addition.

11. Warranty

If the manufacturer provides a warranty( especially appropriate for electrical models), the young mother will be able to request warranty service in the event of a breakdown of the device.

Which breast pump to choose

1. If the breast pump is needed for a short period of time, it is better to stop the selection on low-cost, small models. Mechanical pump sucker pumps are perfect for travel, becausework independently of electricity, have a small size, a minimum of parts and low cost. Also they are perfect for home infrequent use.

2. If you need a breast pump with a reasonable cost and high productivity, it is better to choose a mechanical piston breast pump. For a short period of time the device allows you to express a fairly large amount of milk absolutely painless for a young mother. Thanks to silicone attachments, the device simulates the sucking of the baby, which stimulates lactation.

3. If the breast pump is needed for daily use, then the electric model will be an excellent option. Devices are considered to be the most effective, besides many models remember the last mode of operation and reproduce it during the subsequent decantation.

4. For professional maternity wards, a professional electronic breast pump suits.

5. If a young mother wants to save time, then you should pay attention to models with the possibility of double decanting.

How much does the breast pump

1. The cost of mechanical pump pumps: 180-800 p.

2. The cost of mechanical piston breast pumps: 1200-3800 p.

3. The cost of electric breast pumps: 2900-18000 p.