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Many
breast pumps are available in the market. Based on one's personal
requirement any of the various models can be used. You could
choose a hand-operated breast pump, or another that operates
on batteries or electricity. Their designs vary too. Some
models attach only to one breast, while other models attach
to both. A mother must choose the right pump as per her own
requirements. Or simply use breast pump rental which is hospital-geaded.
Given
below are some general aspects you should keep in mind while
selecting a breast pump for yourself.
Time
factor: If you are a working mother and have to stay away
from your baby every day then it's best you invest in an electric
pump. If you are not a working mother though, then you you
can buy a simple manual breast pump or you can order a Hospital-Grade
breast pump on rental basis.
Weight:
If you usually travel a lot daily, then choose a pump,
which is lighter in weight and also compact. It may be more
expensive than a simple manual hand pump.
Noise:
Some models of breast pump makes less noise and some models
are noisier. Before you buy any electric pump, test it's noise
level.
Characteristics of a good breast pump
Adjustability: The major difficulties one could face are the level
of suction. The level of suction should be comfortable. You
can achieve a constant level of suction by adjusting the vacuum.
Some manual pumps provide adjustable pump-handle positions.
This gives better comfort in using the manual pump.
Efficiency:
If you're very busy in your work schedule then use a pump
that sucks faster. Again this will cost you slightly more
than the average manual pump. These types of the pumps suck
many more times per minute. The sucking capability of the
pump per minute is called cycling time of the pump. Some pumps
have a double-pumping capability. Thus the pumps cycling capability
also increases. Double pumping allows you to pump both breasts
at the same time, hence it takes half of the time as compared
to single pumping. Time taken by single pumping is approximately
30 minutes, but with double pumping, it takes an average of
12 minutes. It also boosts milk production.
Ease
of use: Always choose a pump that is easy to use, easy
to handle, and easy to clean. It may frustrate you if your
breast pump is hard to assemble and takes lot of time. Check
rechargeable battery packs if you buy an electric pump. It
may be less efficient if you buy in that plugs in directly
to the socket. If you usually travel a lot then you must choose
a pump, which is lighter and more compact.
Usually the best buy over a more expensive breast pump rental.
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