But I also point out that I had a few things in my favor, like a private office for pumping at work and the freedom to choose when and how often to pump;
access to a hospital grade pump at no cost to me; a generous milk supply; and in 15 + months of nursing I have never had mastitis, clogged ducts, thrush, or biting.
Once I went back to work (at a hospital) I was fortunate enough to have
access to a hospital grade Symphony pump, which is AMAZING.
Not exact matches
While
hospital -
grade pumps should still be available
to customers with a documented clinical «need» for them — such as an infant in the NICU — the idea that a breast pump is a discretionary item for new mothers, and that «
access»
to medical equipment is something an insurance company can toggle up or down
to suit its bottom line, is dangerous.
Preferably, you should have
access to a
hospital -
grade electric pump that will allow for double pumping.
Control group women received standard of care treatment, which in our Baby - Friendly
hospital includes referrals
to the lactation consultant when needed, use of a pump in the
hospital,
access to 3 breastfeeding classes per week, staff who are highly trained in lactation management, and a free, high -
grade electric breast pump for home use if the mother's insurance does not pay for a pump.
Requiring a huge deposit would be contrary
to their objective of providing the
hospital grade pumps, which is
to give moms who can't afford the Pump - in - Styles
access to a good pump.