To choose a manual breast pump, define the purpose and frequency of use. For infrequent use, inexpensive and simple models are suitable. If you want to express milk all the time, then give preference to more complex but convenient models.
Instructions
Step 1
If you decide to choose a manual breast pump, then first, study all the existing types. The first of these is pump-action. It consists of a rubber bulb connected to a plastic funnel. By squeezing the pear by hand, a vacuum is created, under the influence of which milk is released from the nipple. The advantages of such a device are the low price and simplicity of the device and use. Disadvantages: increased risk of injury to the nipple, inability to collect large amounts of milk due to lack of capacity, and the need for significant effort. One of the subspecies of pump breast pumps is a breast pump with a pear. It differs from a simple pump pump in the presence of a bottle for collecting milk. The device is more complex, but the disadvantages are the same.
Step 2
The second type is a syringe breast pump. It consists of two cylinders. One is placed inside the other and creates a vacuum as it moves. The device is extremely simple, the price is low. But there is a risk of nipple cracking with prolonged or regular use. In addition, it is quite difficult to use such a breast pump, as it requires the efforts of both hands.
Step 3
If you want to choose a convenient manual breast pump, then pay attention to the piston pump. The vacuum is created using a piston. The device works almost silently. The comfortable grip allows only one hand to be used while minimizing effort. Using this view, it is possible to imitate the sucking movements of a baby and thereby stimulate milk production. The price of such breast pumps is quite high, but they can be used regularly, since the risk of injury to the nipples is minimal. Some models are equipped with special silicone grips with raised petals. These petals can further stimulate the nipple and increase milk production.
Step 4
How to choose a manual breast pump? It all depends on the frequency and purpose of use. If you plan on constantly expressing milk and bottle feeding your baby, it is best to choose the most convenient piston pump. If the use of such a device is rare, then you can purchase a pump or syringe breast pump. In this case, it is worth giving preference to a device with a pear, it is more comfortable to use.
