Top Five Breast Pumps of 2019
A breast pump is a mechanical device that lactating women use to extract milk from their breasts. They may be manual devices powered by hand or foot movements or electrical devices powered by batteries or electricity.
Scientific American (1863) credits L.O. Colbin as the inventor and patent applicant of a breast pump. In 1921-23, engineer and chess master Edward Lasker produced a mechanical breast pump that imitated an infant's sucking action and was regarded by physicians as a marked improvement on existing hand-operated breast pumps, which failed to remove all the milk from the breast
Today, we have many choices on the market for breast pumps that it can be hard to know which one offers the most performance for your money.
Typically, a single breast pump are usually manually operated and are the least expensive types of pumps ranging from $20-$60. Single battery operated or electric pumps cost between $40 and $185. Double (or dual) pumps typically run on electricity, although some also provide the option of battery operation.
Check with your insurance provider as your health insurance plan must cover the cost of a breast pump. It may be either a rental unit or a new one you'll keep. Your plan may have guidelines on whether the covered pump is manual or electric, the length of the rental, and when you will receive it (before or after birth).
1. Medela Pump in Style Advanced with On-the-Go Tote, Double Electric Breast Pump. Daily use, double electric breast pump: Designed for moms who pump several times a day.
FEATURES
2-Phase Expression technology with one touch let down button produces more milk in less time when pumping at Maximum Comfort Vacuum in the expression phase.
Stylish microfiber bag with built in pump holds everything you need to pump.
Battery pack lets you pump anywhere, anytime.
Single knob speed/vacuum adjustments for comfortable pump settings.
Removable cooler bag with contoured ice packs holds 4 breast milk bottles and ice pack to keep breast milk bottles cool.
2. Spectra Baby USA - S1 Plus Premier Rechargeable Electric Breast Pump
FEATURES
Portable and quickly rechargeable for active moms, and also quiet and discreet for soothing pumping.
The added night light allows you to easily pump at any hour. This pump conveniently weighs only 2.9lbs.
With a maximum suction strength of 250mmHg and the ability to be used as a single or double pump, the S1 will be a great asset in your breastfeeding journey. The S1's completely flexible, touch button, with the S1 pump's digital controls allow you to set the pumping program to the speed and rhythm most effective for your body. The suction is adjustable in both let down and expression mode. This quiet pump also includes a timer.
3. Spectra Baby USA - S2 Plus Premier Electric Breast Pump
FEATURES
Quiet and discreet for soothing pumping.
The added night light allows you to easily pump at any hour. This pump conveniently weighs only 2.9lbs.
With a maximum suction strength of 250mmHg and the ability to be used as a single or double pump, the S2 will be a great asset in your breastfeeding journey. Backflow protection to keep your breast milk from harmful bacteria.
4. Medela, Harmony Breast Pump, Manual Breast Pump
FEATURES
Manually operated breast pump that has been designed for occasional use when you're away from your baby. Great for travel or as an occasional backup to your double electric pump.
Comes with (1) PersonalFit 24mm breast shield for improved comfort and breastmilk efficient flow. Also included, (2) 5 oz. breastmilk bottles with lid and stand and (1) valve as well as membranes, instructions for use, and a breastfeeding information guide.
5. PiAEK Electric Breast Pump
3 phase expression technology which mimics baby's natural sucking rhythm to express more milk in less time.
FEATURES
Phase 1 – Massage: A fast, light pumping rhythm to stimulate the milk ejection reflex and get the milk flowing.
Phase 2 – Expression: A slower pumping rhythm to express milk gently and efficiently.
Phase 3 – Bionic: The Bionic mode’s process is like baby's mouth sucking. With 9 adjustable suction gears, mothers can use these to adjust the suction action to meet their own needs.
Incorporating Grey’s Cowbell lactation treats into your pumping schudule can keep your body in a continual, optimal milk making mode. Snacking on just a couple treats a day can give you a substainal boost in your milk supply and be a delicious treat you look forward to having each day.
Choose from a variety of Grey's Cowbell treats including lactation pancakes which are perfect for a filling and nutritious breakfast, lactation muffins and cookies in a wide variety of mouth watering flavors or lactation granola.
Pumping is a lot of work, but so worth the effort and Grey's Cowbell lactation treats makes the perfect partner in your breastfeeding journey.
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