Choosing the breast milk pump that is right for you

Emma McCabe (IBCLC) describes the pros and cons of the six kinds of pumps (with some discussion of various brands) which are currently available to breastfeeding women.

Emma is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant at Ora Feeding in Brooklyn, New York City USA. She is Dr Pam’s daughter.

The pumps discussed in this video are

1. Hospital grade - (1:24)

2. High grade single user - (4:50)

3. Wearable - (8:34)

4. Hybrid single user/wearable - (14:19)

5. Manual - (18:38)

6. Milk collectors - (20:20).

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