Unsure of which breast pump to purchase? Here’s what you need to consider

Are you facing problems with low breastmilk supply, engorged (overly full) breast, sore nipples or you’re just overwhelmed with daily tasks that you’re unable to breastfeed your baby on time? 

One answer to solve all the issues above is breast pump. There are various types and brands of breast pumps available in the market. Now, the question is, how do we know which one to get.

We’ve listed down a few things to consider, so you can easily make the right choice of breast pump that’ll serve all your needs.

With the advancement of technology, even simple processes may seem a little complicated or sophisticated. So, it is important for you to know the purpose of getting the device. For example, if you’re a stay home mom that needs to relieve your engorged breast, you can choose the manual one over the electric one. 

There are also pumps that have features where you can choose the mode with different phases to follow your child’s suction pattern. In fact, there is massage mode in some pumps too. 

Apart from that, you also need to decide if you need the single or double one, simply put, whether you need to pump one or two breasts at a time. For example, if you’re a working mom, you can opt for double as you’ll not have to pump multiple times. 

Another concerning factor is the portability of the device. At times of emergency, the device should be handy to ensure you can pump when necessary. Namely, there are pumps that can easily be carried around and be used with a power bank or battery.

Lastly, it is a known fact that breast pumps make noise. So, if you’re going to use the pump at night or at your workplace without disturbing others, then you have to go for the one that indicates lesser sound.

Bonus: It is important to understand that you need not spend too much to get something of quality. Sometimes it is the brand that dictates the price. So, remember, expensive doesn’t always mean good.