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Top 5 Electric Breast Pumps

By Robin Elise Weiss, LCCE, About.com

The breast pump that you choose for your needs will either help or hinder your success at breastfeeding. Whether you're pumping breast milk exclusively or you pump milk at work, an electric breast pump is a must-have for you needs. Here are some of the best selections available.

1. Medela Pump in Style

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This pump comes in a variety of styles, including the Traveler, which is a back pack. Each pump has everything you need to pump milk and store it while at work or away, in easy to carry, attractive, light bags. Functions mainly as a double pump. AC adapter and car adapter available. Bisphenol-A (BPA) free.
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2. Ameda Purely Yours

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Another double pump that is light weight and easy to use. This one also offers milk collection bags that attach right on to the pump itself for ease of collection, or you can use bottles.
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3. Pump in Style Advanced

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This is a step up from the Pump in Style by Medela. The biggest difference is that the Advanced version offers the Natural Expression Technology which more closely mimics baby's natural suckling patterns. Bisphenol-A (BPA) free.

4. Bailey Nurture III

This pump is very light weight, weighing in at less than a pound. It has multiple pump speeds and cycles for a variety of settings. Single and double pumping options.
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5. Ameda Elite

This breast pump boasts infinite cycling and suction settings with the help of a computer chip. It also offers double pumping, and other features. Hospital grade.

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