Does every woman who breastfeeds need a breastpump?
No! Even if a Mom might be separated from her baby for a few hours every once in awhile, she does not have to have a breastpump. Many women have found that hand expression works even better for them than a breastpump. Hand expression is a learned skill that just takes a little bit of practice.

Who needs a breastpump?
Any woman who will be separated from her infant for an extended length of time will need a breastpump. Women returning to work can continue to breastfeed their babies with the help of a good quality breastpump.

Does it make any difference as far as the type of breastpump you use?
Yes!! A breastpump is not simply a collective device for breastmilk. It must also sustain milk production as a baby would. A poor quality breastpump will not accomplish this, and will also cause damage to the breast.