Ameda Elite Breast Pump User Manual

: June 13, 2024
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Choosing A Breast Pump
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**Ameda Elite Breast Pump User Manual

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Choosing A Breast Pump

Mothers pump milk for many reasons.

Pumping provides milk for feedings when you’re away. It builds milk production if your baby does not feed well or is not yet breastfeeding. When choose a pump, be aware that some pumps are better for certain situations than others.

Do I need a breast pump?

Not everyone needs a breast pump, but every new mom will tell you that a good breast pump is essential to build or keep up your milk supply if:

You need to be apart from your baby for any reason
Your baby is having latch issues
You are having issues with your milk supply
Your baby is too premature or sick to breastfeed

What type of breast pump do I need?

Choose a breast pump that is right for your situation ac- cording to the chart below:

Is there anything special I should look for in a pump kit?

Yes. You will want to purchase a breast pump that has a pump kit with:

A barrier to protect your milk against bacteria. viruses, and mold that can grow in moist tubing and breast pumps
A variety of flange sizes so that you can get the right flange fit for greater comfort and better milk flow
The option to double or single pump
Akit that can be used on all electric breast pumps made by the same manufacturer

Situation| Multi-user/Hospital Grade/Rental Pump| Single-User Personal Pump| Manual Pump
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Milk supply established, breastfeeding well & occasional pumping (ex: going out)| | |
Milk supply established, breastfeeding well & pumping daily (ex: going to work/school)| | |
Milk supply established, pumping regularly & baby not breastfeeding (preterm, latch issues, milk supply issues, etc.)| | |
Establishing milk supply, baby not breastfeeding (preterm, latch issues,milk supply issues, etc.)| | |

What features should I look for in a multi-user, hospital-grade breast pump?

In addition to a pump kit with a proven barrier and multiple flange sizes, look for these additional features:

Separate suction & speed dials to help you…
- Customize your pumping session for a multi-phase experience
- Follow your milk flow by adjusting the speed to more quickly trigger multiple milk ejections (let down) while keeping the suction at your most comfortable level
Ability to adjust speed & suction in small increments for comfort and better milk flow
Research to back up claims of helping to establish an adequate milk supply for mothers of preterm infants

What features should I look for in a single-user, personal breast pump?

In addition to a pump kit with a proven barrier and multiple flange sizes, look for separate suction & speed to help you customize your pumping session for maximum comfort and to follow your milk flow to more quickly trigger multiple milk ejection.

Both of these breast pumps have these additional features:
Battery or car adapter option
Two-year warranty
Double or single electric options
LCD display screens
Portable, lightweight, cordless.
Timer to track pumping duration

What features should I look for in a manual breast pump?

Look for these features:

A comfortable handle that swivels for greater wrist comfort
Ability to squeeze and hold while milk is flowing to reduce work of manual pumping

This is general information and does not replace the advice your healthcare provider. If you have a problem you cannot solve quickly, seek help right away. Every baby is different. If in doubt, contact your physician or other healthcare provider

References
Jon F. Best Practice for Expressing, Storing and Handling Human Milk. 3rd ed. Fort Worth, TX HMBANA, Inc.: 2011. Mohr basher N. Breastfeeding Answers Made Simple: A Guide for Helping Mothers. Amarillo, TX: Hale Publishing, LP: 2010. Spangler A. Breastfeeding: A Parent’s Guide 9th ed. Cincinnati, OH: Specialty Lithographing Co: 2010.