Ensure proper, effective use of breast pump

A fast-paced lifestyle can make it tough for new-age mothers to breastfeed as often as they need to. Using a breast pump effectively can take care of the problem, suggest experts.

• Sit in a relaxed and comfortable position with your arm close to the body and the wrist aligned with the arm, so that there is no strain on shoulder and neck.
• Place the silicone cup on to the breast in a manner that it has proper grip and the nipple should be in the centre of the breast shield flange to reduce friction on the nipple.
• Follow the natural breast feeding rhythm by pressing and releasing the pump lever with the help of the handle for proper milk extraction.
• If milk is being extracted for future usage, it is advisable to let it flow directly into the milk container and place it in the fridge or freezer.
• Extracted milk should be thawed at room temperature and before feeding, it should be reheated in a bottle warmer or in the microwave.
• After every usage wash the breast pump thoroughly followed by either hot or cold sterilisation.