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The one product many expecting moms typically have on their to-do list is to get a breast pump – I know I had it on mine. I remember very well because of how much time I spent researching and comparing the different options to ensure I got the best one until I realized that many of them were similar. The key was finding the one that would work best for my needs and preferences.
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There are many different breast pumps with varying features.
It can be intimidating – I know from experience. Having options is great, but sometimes too many options can make it challenging. To make things a bit easier, we’ve rounded up some of the best breast pump options,
Best breast pumps summary
The best overall: Medela Pump In Style Hands-free Double Electric Breast Pump
The best manual option: haakaa Silicone Breast Pump
The best exclusively pumping option: Medela Freestyle Hands-free Breast Pump
The best occasionally needed option: Evenflo Advanced Single Electric Breast Pump
The best affordable option: momcozy S9 Pro Wearable Breast Pump
Best breast pumps, explained
The best overall: Medela Pump In Style Hands-free Double Electric Breast Pump
Medela is Canada’s number one recommended breast pump and for good reason – the brand continues to expand and develop pumps with a mom’s lifestyle in mind. This is one of their new launches and it has everything you could want and need in a pump. This specific option comes with both the hands-free cups as well as the PersonalFit Flex pumping kit, giving you the choice and flexibility on how to pump – the way I see it, you can get two pumping sessions in before having to get everything washed and sterilized before the next round.
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Moreover, the pump incorporates a 2-phase expression providing hospital-grade performance and the breast shields are shaped in a way that is clinically proven to increase milk volume by 11.8 per cent. The collection cups are also among the lightest available and can fit in your bra, making the entire process convenient and easy.
Price: $300
Where to buy: Amazon
The best manual option: haakaa Silicone Breast Pump
The world’s first one-piece silicone breast pump that makes manually expressing as simple as can be. Perfect and easy to use in any setting, the pump just needs to be placed over the breast and squeezed a few times to create suction and start the flow of milk. Once the milk starts flowing, your job is done, the pump will continue to express breast milk using natural suction. Pro-tip – place this on your free breast if and when you are breastfeeding your baby to catch any letdown and get pumping done while feeding.
Price: $29
Where to buy: Amazon
The best exclusively pumping option: Medela Freestyle Hands-free Breast Pump
Exclusively pumping can be very time-consuming especially if it means being tied down to a pump, but this hands-free option can make all the difference. Designed with multi-tasking in mind, it is portable, compact and pocket-sized allowing you to carry on with other tasks while pumping. The collection cups are lightweight and can hold up to 150 ml or 5 oz of milk in each and can fit in your bra. There’s even an app option to help track your feeding schedule.
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This option has all the convenience, but it does not compromise on performance, the pump includes the 2-phase technology mimicking a baby’s natural sucking rhythm to help stimulate milk flow as well as anatomically designed cups to help maximize milk flow. To top it off, there are only a few parts to clean and they are dishwasher safe.
Price: $350
Where to buy: Amazon
The best occasionally needed option: Evenflo Advanced Single Electric Breast Pump
A compact, lightweight, one-hand use single electric breast pump that is great for the occasional use and easy to store away – not to mention at a great price point. With the option of plugging in or using batteries, this can be used anywhere. It features a closed system that helps to prevent milk backup. It comes with two sizes of PerfectPosition flanges that help you relax in a slouch-free pumping position. Simple to use and simple enough for the occasional use.
Price: $79.97
Where to buy: Walmart
The best affordable option: momcozy S9 Pro Wearable Breast Pump
A best-selling, wearable breast pump that will get the job done and done well while still being affordable. With two modes and nine levels, this has options to imitate the baby’s suckling method to optimize milk production and help produce more milk quicker. It is portable, so it can be used indoors or outdoors and a fully charged battery can be used for about eight to nine sessions, making this a convenient and flexible option. It is said to be lightweight and comfortable. It can hold up to 180 ml or 6 oz of milk in each cup.
Price: $160
Where to buy: Amazon
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