![]() ![]() Most breastpumps are designed for a year or so of typical use (15-20 pumping sessions per week). Check your warranty to get an idea of the expected life of your pump. Motor lifeĪnother issue, particularly important in previously-used pumps, is motor life. If you are buying a used “hospital-grade” multiple user pump, make sure you check the serial number with the manufacturer before buying the pump. It’s not unusual for pumps stolen from health care facilities to show up for sale, and the manufacturers generally keep a list of serial numbers of pumps that have been reported as stolen. Many closed system pumps are not designed to be used by more than one person – in fact, most pumps purchased by mothers are intended to be single-user pumps, and the manufacturer warranties and motor life will reflect that fact. Keep in mind that there is a differencebetween a closed system pump and a multiple user pump. All Medela pumps EXCEPT Lactina/Symphony/other older hospital grade pumps.Ĭontact your pump manufacturer if you are unsure whether your pump is open or closed system. ![]() Without any studies, it’s really hard to say what to do if you find signs of contamination in your pump – the potential for illness is there but we don’t know how likely it is. ![]() So far there have been no documented instances of a baby becoming ill due to contamination from a breastpump, but no one has studied the issue. ![]()
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