It is easy to just go ahead and grab the first breast pump you see on the store shelf and just get it over with. But then, you will be compromising not just your health and your comfort, but also the health and comfort of the most important person who will be benefiting from it - your baby. Breast pumps are not created equal and as with anything connected with raising a baby, it needs to fit their needs if they are to grow up healthy.
The first thing you need to determine when buying breast pumps is how much you'll need it. Some new mothers have difficulty with breastfeeding during the first two weeks after giving birth, and as such, electric breast pumps are recommended due to their rapid suck-and-release cycle that mimics the way babies usually nurse. This type of pump saves time because it can pump both breasts at the same time and drain them effectively. These are also the types you need to use if you need to pump more than once a day because of a full work schedule or are frequently away and won't be able to nurse your baby regularly.
If you're a new mom who needs to leave your baby with a sitter every now and then but doesn't want to supplement with milk formulas, then using a battery-operated breast pump is your best option. These are best for short-term feeding intervals and are less expensive. However, unlike electric pumps, they can be used only for one breast at a time and takes twice as long to pump. If you want something that will last longer, you may opt for semi-electric or rechargeable kinds which fair warning, may cost a bit more.
Of course if you're not averse to exerting more pumping effort, you can always get the manual breast pumps. More effort they may require but most women actually prefer it over their faster, electric counterparts because of its convenient size and the fact that it mimics baby's sucking better. In addition, they are infinitely more affordable and quieter than electric and battery-operated pumps.
Once you've determined what type of breast pump you want to get, a good place to start finding these online is comparison sites. These sites allow you browse by price range, brands and stores where your preferred brands are available. They also offer an FAQ page where you will be able to get expert opinions and answers on any questions you may have about the products you are researching about.
If you have budget constraints (a mid-weight, personal-use electric breast pump can retail for as much as roughly $350), you may want to consider renting which can cost you approximately $50-$55 a month plus a security deposit but unless you plan to breastfeed for more than three months, buying your own is the best way to go, especially if you have health insurance that can cover the cost of buying your own pump. In addition, these pumps and its accompanying accessories are also considered tax-deductible.
The beauty of buying online is that there are sites that offer warranties, suction settings, cycle speeds and other important features you need to know about breast pumps. These sites also give pertinent tips and advice like choosing the right size for the breast shields from guides to make for comfortable pumping. As long as you do your research, you should be able to find one that is exactly what you and your baby needs.
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