There’s so many breast pumps in the marketplace from different suppliers with different styles expected mothers to be find it hard to know which breast pumps would best suit there needs without having to go through all the reviews out there.
Choosing the best breast pump to suit a mother’s needs and requirements is a hugely important task that can either make or break the ease at which breast milked should be expressed. This article looks at the different factors to consider when searching through breast pump reviews for the best breast pump.
Firstly however we need to know that there are 2 distinctly different types of breast pump, these are categorised as electric or manual. Think about your circumstances, when you’ll be using a pump and whether circumstances such as work commitments or travel will affect your decision.
Many mums have been known to get on best with a manual breast pump as they are simple to use and clean and also find thast being in full control really is what works best , however I have to say they are not for everyone mum out there. This is partly due to the mechanical nature and the constant need to keep squeezing the pump mechanism which for many people can cause alot of unwanted pain and injury. Also some mums that find it hard to produce milk find it difficult to reach the required volume which is needed for a baby to feed properly. This is partly due to the manual mechanical nature of their use and constant need to squeeze the pump mechanism which for some can cause repetitive strain injury. Also some mothers, especially those that find it difficult to establish a milk supply can also find it difficult to express the required volume of milk within the average time a baby feeds naturally.
For the majority of mums the freedom and the flexabity is a must when having to do other things at the same time. Obviously hands free use is only associated with electric breast pumps and in most cases will need to be purchased separately. The very best of the hands free options include the Simple Wishes Bustier Bra and the Easy Expression Bustier which can easily be purchased from many online shops.
If your a mother and are wanting a breast pump to use at work or out on your travels there are many options available and alot of electric pumps are now light weight and very easy to hide away in your handbag,where many new models also come with a stylish carry bag for extra discretion. Most mid to high end breast pumps can also be powered by a cars cigarette lighter but often the adaptors are sold separately so be sure to check the details which can easily be done through online breast pump reviews.
One of the most important factors for many mothers is having adjustable settings and even being able to control the let-down which also helps prevent soreness. Let-down refers to when your breast milk is ready to flow easily and is as important as being able to find your optimal pumping rhythm to mimic a baby’s natural pattern.
As with any investment you make it is good practice to do some research before you buy, online searches are a great place to start but quite often you may just be presented with a regurgitated general description from the manufacturers website. The best form of feedback is from actual consumers who will present both the pros and cons through unbiased and breast pump reviews.