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Get StartedBreast-feeding: Choosing a breast pump
If you're breast-feeding your baby, a breast pump may offer welcome flexibility. But how do you know which type of pump is best? Ask yourself these questions.
By Mayo Clinic staffBreast-feeding is a round-the-clock commitment. That's why many breast-feeding mothers consider breast pumps as important as car seats and baby wipes.
Whether you're going back to work or simply want the flexibility a breast pump can offer, you'll have many choices. Some breast pumps are hand-operated, and others run on electricity. The designs also vary. Some models attach to only one breast. Others let you express milk from both breasts at once.
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