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CHOOSING THE RIGHT BREAST PUMP — THE REASONS

WHICH BREAST PUMP IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

You have a choice of many good pumps on the market today. But before investing in a pump, it pays to know what to look for and what to avoid.

RENTAL PUMPS

A hospital-grade rental pump is the most effective pump, especially when used with a double pump kit, which allows you to pump both breasts at once.

For a mother whose baby is not breastfeeding, this type of pump is recommended to establish milk supply. However, a hospital-grade rental pump may be more than a mother needs if she just wants to pump an occasional bottle.

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AUTOMATIC PUMPS

These pumps for sale vary widely in quality. The most important thing to consider is how many cycles per minute (cpm) the pump provides.

For example:

A pump that offers one speed of 30-35 cpm may not keep up milk supply for women pumping more than once a day, so it is recommended only for occasional use.

A pump with a range of 40-60 cpm, like the Ameda Purely Yours® pump, works well for mums working full-time or for those who pump more than once a day.

Double pumps are a plus because pumping both breasts at once cuts pumping time in half. And a pump with two controls (suction and speed) is ideal because it gives you more choices. This helps you find the settings that work best for you.

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SEMI-AUTOMATIC PUMPS

These pumps are motorized but require the mother to manually regulate every suction and release by covering and uncovering a hole or by pressing a button or bar.

MANUAL PUMPS

This can be a good choice for a mother who pumps occasionally, but it takes practice to find the pumping rhythm that triggers the let-down or milk release. Because it requires muscle power to operate, most mums who pump every day consider a manual pump too much work.

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT AMEDA PUMP — QUICK CHART

WHICH PUMP IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Use the chart below to help select the most appropriate Ameda breast pump for you and your situation.

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