Haakaa Generation 1 Silicone Breast Pump, 100 ml Capacity

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Our tester was really impressed by the quality, ease of use, cleanliness and value for money the Haakaa offers, and she gave it a solid 3.5 stars. Here’s what mums from our Talk forums think of the Haakaa: You should sterilize it before the first use and wash it after every use. You can do so by putting it in boiling water for 3-5 minutes. Unless your doctor recommends otherwise, you may continue to sterilize the Haakaa on an as-needed basis after you first sterilize it. 4. Is the Haakaa dishwasher-safe?

If you do choose the Haakaa original then look for a version that comes with a plastic lid, as this means you can pump, pop it in the fridge, then use it again later the same day.

How comfortable is the Haakaa breast pump?

When you have finished feeding/pumping then remove the Haakka by using a finger to gently break the seal around the edge of the flange. You can actually see the different layers of breast milk separate when you have left expressed milk to chill in the fridge. It's silent, too. So you can pump even if your little one happens to fall asleep on the boob without having to worry about the whirring of an electric pump awakening your snoozing cherub. Boost milk supply: If you're keen to increase your milk supply, expressing actually helps. 'Emptying your breasts frequently increases milk production, whereas leaving milk in the breast for longer periods slows down your milk production,' explains Eilis.

A manual breast pump doesn't just refer to a pump that is squeezed by hand. Over the years, different types of manual breast pumps have made their way onto the market, all with the aim of making expressing milk easier for mums.

Scroll for our full edit of the best breast pumps for pain and hassle-free expressing.

Silicone breast pumps work by using powerful suction to draw the milk out of your breast. A silicone breast pump is designed to be used while you are breastfeeding. Shopping for a breast pump can be a bit of a minefield because no two parents are the same. While one mum might prioritise the efficiency of a breast pump - with timesaving at the top of their list - another may put comfort at the forefront, especially if they're struggling to express milk or suffering from engorged nipples. As such, we've tried to cover all bases, compiling a selection of affordable and high-end breast pumps for mums short on time and mums with nipples that are in need of a little extra tentative care and TLC. We've also looked at some brilliant manual breast pumps that are super efficient and purse-friendly. Mamas, we've got you. I tried this pump with my second baby, and I was seriously impressed by how much milk I was able to save. Almost effortlessly! It was a true life-saver. However, since the material is 100% silicone, I personally recommend hand-washing it so that you don’t expose the silicone to heat. While silicone is believed to be stable at high temperatures, I personally prefer to keep all silicone and plastics out of the dishwasher. New mamas take note! If you breastfeed your baby, you will need (and deserve!) a break from making milk for your mini-me every once in a while. So, if you're preparing to return to work, planning a night out with the girls, or you're keen to share the load with your co-parent, investing in a breast pump is essential kit during the early days.

Electric breast pumps work by using a motor to recreate the natural suction pattern of your baby's mouth at a rate somewhere around the 50-cycle-per-minute mark. Nowadays, electric breast pumps are sophisticated enough to include a stimulation mode, too, enabling the device to prompt your supply's let-down in the same way that your baby would. Electric breast pumps: These are often larger and noisier, but they are also more powerful. 'The electric pumps have the most powerful suction of the three types, meaning you can express faster than the other methods,' says Bland. 'Some women find the suction too strong though, so you can amend the power to suit your needs.' Read the guide: Make sure the pump is attached correctly before you get started. 'Ensure attachments are fitted properly to ensure the pump works – many pumps come with different-sized attachments to fit it to your own breast for optimal performance and comfort,' says Bland. 'Many manufacturers have resources online which will have useful videos or step-by-step how-to guides.'

First impressions

To get the most out of the Haakaa pump you need to create a decent seal between the pump and your breast. It really depends how you are planning to use your Haakaa. Here are the key differences between the two: Haakaa original Haakaa Convertible Breast Pump: This Haakaa is useful because it can be converted into a bottle, which allows you to give the milk directly to your baby after collecting it in the Haakaa silicone breast pump. The main downside is that it’s expensive and has multiple parts. The convertible Haakaa comes in a 5 oz.and 8 oz.version. When feeding your baby you can fit the Haakaa over your other breast to collect milk released in the letdown and during nursing. Need to work, hit the gym or simply catch up on sleep? Expressing milk can also help you to share the load with another caregiver. 'Breastfeeding a healthy, full-term baby from anatomically healthy breasts is an incredibly efficient process, but the burden of being responsible for feeding a small baby can be a real challenge and pumping can relieve that load,' says Bland. Preference

I often pumped during my daughter's very sporadic naps and because they'd often only last 30 minutes, I needed the most efficient pump I could find. And although I was fortunate to not have supply issues, I struggled with electric breast pumps. But with the Haakaa, I could easily get 2-3oz. from a nursing session, so I built up a large stash of breast milk in my freezer. I also love that it didn’t stimulate extra milk production like my electric pump would have.

The Best Manual Breast Pumps 2023

Most breast pumps work by triggering your let-down reflex so your body naturally releases milk. Once you've collected your expressed milk in a pouch, it can then be kept in the fridge for up to two days or the freezer for about six months. Help using a breast pump for the first time After pumping, always clean and sterilise all of your feeding equipment. Manual vs electric breast pumps: