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Breast-feeding: Choosing a breast pump
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How often will you use the breast pump?
Will you need to pump as quickly as possible?
Do you need a hands-free option?
How much can you afford to spend on the pump?
Is the pump easy to assemble and transport?
Is the suction adjustable?
Are the breast shields the correct size?
What if the electricity fails?
Will you need to pump as quickly as possible?
A typical pumping session lasts 10 to 15 minutes a breast. If you'll be pumping at work or in other time-crunched situations, you might want to invest in an electric breast pump that allows you to pump both breasts at once. A double-breast pump helps stimulate milk production while reducing pumping time by half.
