Child Developement

A good breast pump can make a big difference in making breastfeeding more convenient for both mother and child.

What To Consider

Efficiency

No one wants to spend all their time hooked up to a milk pumping machine, especially if you are a pump exclusive mum. Electric pumps often are higher in efficiency because they're able to pump out the same amount of milk as other models in a shorter amount of time. However, the investment may not be worth it if you will only be utilizing the pump sparingly.

Comfort

The comfort of a breast pump depends largely on how well the breast flange fits on your breast. You'll want to make sure that the flange does not rub vigorously against the nipple which may cause skin abrasions, bleeding, or even infection.

Portability

Mothers who are often on the go or who travel will want to put portability high on their list of priorities. This will include what kind of milk storage the pump offers, whether it has a battery pack, and how easy it is to carry around the pump. Manual pumps will be much easier to carry around, but is more time consuming and labor intensive.

Hygiene

A pump comes with many parts that need to be cleaned following use to ensure no contaminants in your baby's milk. You'll want to pay attention to whether the pump can be easily disassembled and cleaned, because condensation build up in the tubing can be breeding ground for mold.

Acoustics

Working moms will appreciate quieter pumps, especially if pumping in a public area like an office, or while pumping in the middle of the night when others are sleeping. Electric pumps are often very loud, compared to manual pumps.

Popular brands		AVENT	MEDELA	SPECTRA	MEDELA	HAAKAA
Product Image
Model		Philips Avent Double Electric Comfort	Medela Pump In Style Advanced Breast Pump	S1+ Breast Pump	Harmony Manual	Haakaa Silicone Manual Breast Pump, 100ml
Type (Hospital Grade, Consumer Electric, Manual)		Electric	Electric	Hospital Grade Electric	Manual	Manual
Features		Double pump allows both breasts to be pumped simultaneously Adjustable vacuum and speed settings Massaging breast shield and let-down setting to helps to stimulate natural milk flow.	Allows pumping both breasts at the same time Adjustable speed/vacuum dial lets mom choose her most comfortable setting. Battery pack allows portability Requires a voltage adaptor as product is from the US	Quieter than traditional electric breast pumps 42.5dB Built-in rechargeable battery Strong suction pressure of 320 mmHg with multiple control settings Single breast pump is helpful if you want to breastfeed and express at the same time.	Lightweight design is portable and discreet. - 2-Phase Expression technology Soft-touch, ergonomic swivel handle makes manual pumping comfortable. All parts that come into contact with breast milk are made without BPA.	Hands free manual pump Can serve as a let down milk collector or manual pump with no need to to squeeze repeatedly. Easy to use, easy to clean as no other cords or assembly required. BPA, PVC and Phthalate free.
Product Details		Has a sealing cap and nipple to allow milk to be stored immediately and fed directly later. Comes with a travel bag. Only uses AC power. Easy to clean parts	Comes with both AC Adaptor and battery pack. Includes insulated cooler bag, ice pack and several bottles, lids, and nipples to make storage easy. Has several parts to wash and sterilize (tubing, membranes, valves etc.) Comes with a travel bag	Comes with several wide neck bottles for easy storage. Has build in rechargeable batteries and AC adaptor making it good for portability Easy to clean as only the funnels needs to detached and washed after every pumping	Comes with bottles with lid and nipple for storage and easy feeding.	No additional accessories. Need to purchase breast pump cap or milk storage separately if you want to store milk.
Best for (e.g. working mums, frequent travelers, mum with twins, pump exclusive/heavy mums, occasional pumper)		Pump exclusive / pump heavy mums, mum with twins	Pump exclusive / pump heavy mums, mum with twins	Mum with twins, pump exclusive / heavy mums	Working mums, traveling mums, occasional pumper	Traveling mums, occasional pumper, relieving engorgement or catching let down
Weight		960 g	2.8 kg	1.1 kg	170 g	159 g
Price		799.00	822.35	497.5	99	29.9
Where to buy		Qoo10	Agape Babies	Pupsik	Pupsik	Pupsik

Tips

• If buying a second-hand electric pump, check when the machine was last used or last serviced to make sure it will still work properly. Also, make sure to replace all parts that came into contact with breast milk with a new set (breast shields, tubing etc.)
• When deciding on a pump, find a pump that best fits your usage levels and needs. If you're a working mom, having an electric pump saves so much time. However, there's no need to invest heavily in an electric pump if you are going to use it very rarely!
• Having a manual pump as a complement to an electric pump can be an emergency back up if you forget your electric pump, or one of the components needed to make it work.