Cleaning is difficult and suction cannot be regulated. A recently introduced hand pump allows one handed action for pumping. Hand-operated cylinder pumps can be used with a draw and hold method that is strong, controlled and firm. Battery and small electric pumps use a mechanism that creates a continuous vacuum that needs to be interrupted by the woman. If several feedings will be missed, she may want to consider using a full-service electric breast pump.
Some women have access to electric breast pumps at their workplace.
If the company is large enough or employs several breastfeeding women, they may consider having a pump on-site for their employees to use. Back Helpful hints for the daycare provider Allow mother and baby some quiet time to nurse when she drops the baby off. When the baby is picked up, take a few minutes to share information about the baby's day as mom takes time to nurse the baby before leaving for home. Many breastfed babies will drink a bottle very quickly and seem to need more milk. Give the baby rests during feedings if he is taking milk too fast.