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Breast Pumps Links
Experts say not all breastfeeding mothers need a breast pump. If you're planning on nursing your child at each feeding, you may be able to skip this purchase. Some mothers find that, with practice, hand expression works well enough for the occasional missed feeding. La Leche League has information on hand-expression techniques.
ConsumerReports.org features a useful report on breast pumps including features to consider and general pumping information. Although Consumer Reports is a subscription-based website, the report on breast pumps (which does not include ratings) is also available to non-subscribers.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration website is an excellent source of information on breast pumps. This site includes tips on choosing a pump and instructions for proper use and injury prevention.
BreastfeedingEssentials.com has an article on choosing, using and maintaining a breast pump as well as a troubleshooting guide on what to try if pumping becomes uncomfortable.
Heather Corley, About.com's guide to baby products, offers some good information on the various types of breast pumps. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)
The following manufacturer websites offer detailed product information, comparison charts and general pumping and breastfeeding information:
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