Many women find that using an electric breast pump helps to keep up their milk supply better than manual pumping. This way, they tend to have enough milk on hand at all times. Lagosmums supports exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of baby’s life. A good quality hands-free breast pump is highly recommended to help make it easier; especially for mums going back to work. Here is a product review of Medela Swing Electric Breast Pump
[Read: Tips on balancing work and breastfeeding]
Medela Swing Electric Breast Pump
The Swing pumps more milk in less time thanks to its 2-phase expression technology. It is the first research-based breast pump technology that mimics a baby’s natural nursing rhythm.
This popular pump is for mothers who want to use a breast pump every day. It is perfect for a busy mother who works, plays sport, wants to go shopping or go out for an evening. If you don’t want to spend a lot of time pumping, the Swing electric breast pump is the ideal solution.
The Swing pump is easy to assemble and clean. You can switch between phases and set the most comfortable vacuum level. Thanks to our erratic power supply, you do not want to be stuck if there is no light. The battery operated breast pump is a handy option to have. The battery option, combined with a belt clip, guarantees maximum mobility, and it can also be used with a mains adapter.
Other things you might need to make pumping breastmilk easier
- Ice packs: Remember to get additional ice packs which will keep the milk cold during transportation and Lagos traffic.
- Storage bottles: Some mums are blessed with oversupply – so getting additional storage bottles or reusable bags to label and store yourÂ
goldmilk is important. - Hands-free pumping bra: This innovative bra gives moms the valuable gift of time by freeing up their hands for other tasks or allowing them to simply relax while using their breast pump. This patented design is adjustable in size, using high-quality Velcro, to sustain a perfect fit over time as a nursing mother’s size changes. The Hands-Free Pumping Bustier Bra can be used with all electric pumps and accommodates the pumping of both breasts simultaneously.
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