Power source
The type of supply provided in the electric breast pump (see "View").
There are two main power options — from the mains (from the outlet) and from batteries; each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages. So, when connected to a power outlet, the operating time is almost unlimited, but the electric wire limits mobility and can get confused, creating inconvenience. Batteries, in turn, allow you to work even in the complete absence of sockets and make it possible to easily transfer the device from place to place, but the operating time from such power is limited, dead batteries need to be changed or recharged.
Most modern breast pumps use both types of feed. This makes it possible to choose the most convenient option in a given situation: for example, at home you can easily connect the device to a power outlet, and when traveling, batteries can come in handy. However, there are also models powered only by mains or only by batteries. You should pay attention to such devices if the disadvantages of one or another option are not critical for you (for example, if you plan to use the breast pump only at home where there are sockets).
Battery capacity
The capacity of the battery installed in the breast pump allows you to roughly estimate the operating time of the device.
Theoretically, the higher the capacity, the longer the device can operate on a single battery charge. However, in practice, everything is far from so simple. The battery life of a breast pump also depends on the power consumption of the device, which depends on the modes and settings used. In addition, the actual capacity of a battery is determined not only by milliamp-hours (mAh), but also by its rated voltage. Comparisons based on this indicator involve models with the same battery voltage and similar performance characteristics. A more indicative parameter is the operating time of the breast pump (see the corresponding paragraph).
Features
- Intensity adjustment. The ability to adjust the intensity of exposure provided by the breast pump; roughly speaking - to change the force with which the device acts on the nipple. Such an adjustment will allow you to adjust the mode of operation to your personal characteristics: for example, if the nipples are very sensitive, the intensity can be reduced for the first time until the breast gets used to the effect.
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Display. The presence of its own display in the design of the breast pump. Only electric models have this function (see "View"). The display provides additional convenience in use, various information can be displayed on it: the exposure intensity set, the elapsed time, the fullness of the jar, the battery charge level, etc. However, these features are important mainly for advanced models with an abundance of functions; therefore, the presence of a display, as a rule, indicates a high class of the device.
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On two breasts. A breast pump with two nozzles that allows you to express milk from both breasts at once. This allows you to noticeably speed up the process: in fact, such a device takes half the time than a similar device for one breast. However, keep in mind that the nozzles, most likely, will have to be pressed with both hands, while many models for one breast allow you to leave one hand free. Note that this feature is indicated only if both nozzles are initially in
...cluded in the delivery set. Models are available that allow use on both breasts, but are equipped with only one pad - they are not included in this category.
- Remote control. Remote control that allows you to control the breast pump from a distance. This function is found only in electric models (see "View"). Most often, such a "remote" is a separate unit, which contains both the control panel and the motor to create a vacuum; this block is connected by a hose to the working nozzle. Thanks to this design, when expressing milk, you do not have to hold the entire device in your hands, but only a working nozzle with a jar - this is much easier. Yes, and changing the settings on the external remote control is more convenient than on the working nozzle itself.Pumping levels
The number of levels of the rhythm of pumping milk from the breast with varying intensities. Fine-tuning pumping allows nursing mothers to choose the optimal breast pump settings according to their comfort and needs.
Stimulation levels
A number
of stimulation levels can be adjusted to help mimic the natural process of pumping and stimulate milk production in a nursing mother. The more there are, the more finely you can customize the operation of the device to the individual preferences of the user.
