Breast Pumps & Milk Storage

Types of Breast Pumps

Manual Breast Pump

• Single breast pump (can only be used on one breast at a time)
• Requires manual pumping (no batteries)
• Used for occasional pumping
• WIC eligible

This pump is great to use for a quick outing (2-3hours) and mom needs to pump to prevent engorgement. Its easy to store in a purse and is great for emergency pumping if you get stuck away from your baby longer than planned.

Single Breast Pump (Electric)

• Single breast pump (can only be used on one breast at a time)
• Electric Pump (uses batteries and/or a wall adapter)
• Used for occasional pumping

This pump is great to use for a quick outing (2-3hours) and mom needs to pump to prevent engorgement. Its easy to store in a purse and is great for emergency pumping if you get stuck away from your baby longer than planned (just make sure the battery is charged!).

Double Breast Electric Breast Pump

• Used for frequent pumping
• May be battery operated, use a wall adapter, or both
• Typically covered by insurance (not all insurances provide full coverage and there may be out of pocket expenses)
• Best used after milk supply has been established
• WIC eligible

This pump is great for moms who are frequently or exclusively breast milk pumping. Most machines will have a carry bag that either comes standard with the pump or is available for purchase.

Hospital Grade Electric Breast Pump

• Electric double breast pump
• Typically used to establish milk supply (for use within the first month after birth)
• Available for rental (not covered by insurance)
• WIC eligible (for loan, no rental fee)

This pump is ideal for moms who are unable to establish a milk supply (as determined via IBCLC and/or Physician assessment). It is usually available for rent from a hospital, Baby Café, or La Leche League.