What Is Breastfeeding Pump

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What Is Breast feeding Pump ?

• A breast pump is a mechanical device that is
  used by lactating women to extract milk from
  breasts.
• Electric breast pumps are powered by a motor
  which supplies suction through tubing to reach
  pointover the nipple.
• They are designed such that they have the
  capacity to extract breast milk for the whole day
  to feed the baby with a baby bottle.
• But in India,there is not more adaption of these
  device due to lack of awareness or misconception
  regarding it .

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Different Types Of Breastfeeding Pumps In India

• Double-electric breast pump
• This pump is used mainly to pump out the breast
  milk from both breasts at once. It is very useful
  for working women or when you are traveling with
  your baby.
• Single-electric breast pumps
• These breast pumps allow you to pump out breast
  milk from one breast at a time which may be
  time-consuming This is considered best for the
  moms who are feeding babies for the first time
  and it is slightly cheaper than double electric
  breast pumps.
• Battery-operated breast pumps
• This type of pump operates at a slower rate than
  all other electric breast pumps because they are
  operated through the battery. The main plus point
  of a battery-operated pump is that they're
  portable and helpful during commuting and
  traveling.

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How To Choose The Correct Electric Breast Pump?

• Here are some factors to consider when you decide
  to buy an electric breastfeeding pump.
• Material Buy a breast pump that is made
  BPA-free grade material. They are hygienic,
  making them better to use . Additionally,silicone
  cushions are an advantage.
• Ease of use Breastfeeding pump should have
  feature of dissemble of each part for easy
  cleaning and storing. The devices should be
  sterilizable.
• Silent pumping Consider a breast pump that does
  not make noise while pumping. Take a demo or
  check reviews before purchasing.
• Performance and modes Consider a breast pump
  that helps to extract more milk in the shortest
  time. Select a pump that has multiple modes like
  letdown reflex and expression modes.
• Portability Prefer small, lightweight, and
  compact breast pumps that are best l for travel.
  Do not buy breast pump that is heavy or occupies
  excess space during travelling.

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Few Safety Tips To Use Electric Breast feeding
Pump

• Read the instructional manual before using the
  breast pump
• Do not use the pump continuously, ,as it might
  reduce the milk supply
• Avoid storage of milk for a longer time as it
  deplete the nutrients of the breast milk.
• Sterilize all parts of the pump before and after
  use. Unsterilized equipment can causeexpose
  several health risks,
• including contagious diseases and infections
• Decide the perfect flange size for your breasts
  so that it does not create any discomfort.
• If the area around your nipples show signs of
  change in color or irritation, it is time change
  the breast pump flange.

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8 Best Breastfeeding Pumps In India To Buy In
2021

• NatureBond Silicone Breastfeeding pump.
• Philips Avent Breast Pump.
• Haakaa Breast Pump.
• SYGA Manual Breast Pump with Feeding Nipple.
• Medela Harmony Breastpump.
• NOYMI Enhanced Suction Version Electric Breast
  Feeding Pump.
• Medela Mini Electric Breast Pump
• Rabbit Delight Electric Breast Pump.