In a hurry? Here are the best products at a glance.
It doesn’t matter if you’re a new mom or on your second or third baby, finding the best breast pump can be a challenge with so much information thrown at you by friends, colleagues, and the Internet. Choosing your breast pump depends on more than comfort. There are several qualities you should look for before purchasing a breast pump. Some will make your life easier while others will keep your baby safe. All in all, these are the top characteristics that we found were the most important when researching this breast pump buying guide:
Type: The debate against electric pumps versus manual pumps could go on forever, but you should focus on your preference, not anyone else’s! Electric pumps rely on power, while manual pumps do not. That’s as simple as it gets!
Pieces: After the baby comes, you may have trouble finding things like pacifiers, blankets, and well, anything for that matter. Breast pumps with tons of accessories are great and may save you money on buying kits, but keeping it simple is always good if you’re always on the go. Pick a breast pump that gives you exactly what you want and need.
BPA Free: BPA stands for bisphenol A or a harsh chemical that was used in plastic for years. BPA may seep through plastic food and drink containers, giving children and adults adverse side effects for the long term. If you’re unsure about BPA, make sure your pump is BPA free!
LCD Display: Having the ability to watch how much you’re pumping in real time is helpful when you’re running out of time or finding you’re not filling up your bottles. LCD displays give you the information you need to know you have enough when it comes to feeding time.
Dimensions: Size always matters and it’s not different with breast pumps. If you’ll be sharing space with your baby at all times, a smaller breast pump might be best. If your baby has an entire room to itself, you can probably afford to take up a little more space.
Warranty: If your breast pump malfunctions and your baby still needs milk, you want to make sure you’ll have another one in time to without missing a feeding. Warranties give you peace of mind in case you can’t afford another one or want to avoid buying a new one without a total loss.
We know how important a breast pump is to you and your baby, so we decided to take the guesswork out of it! Here in this buying guide, we give you the simple facts of some of the best breast pumps on the market. So now that you know what to look for, let’s get started on the reviews.
Jennifer Trimbee
Expert Researcher and Writer
Jennifer Trimbee, a lead researcher and writer at GeekWrapped, is an expert writer with many years of experience. Jennifer writes about technology, sports, outdoor, and gear products.
Article last updated on:
September 30, 2019
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