There is a lot to consider before bringing children into the world. While many women don’t blink an eye at the thought of having a baby, there are still many women who feel that the consequences of doing so can be quite costly, especially on the wallet.
The thought of living on one income can be quite daunting, especially if the single income is far less than the previous combined double income. It is for this reason that many couples postpone having children until they feel financially comfortable to do so.
A large percentage of mothers tend not to return to work until 6 months after the birth of their child. Breastfeeding plays an obvious role in the early stages of a baby’s life, and quite often mothers feel compelled to be with their babies throughout this period. However, the introduction of the breast pump has provided greater flexibility for mothers to return to work within a few weeks, rather than months after giving birth to their child. This allows reintroducing a second income.
Once you’ve found someone to care for your baby while you’re at work, you can use the breast pump to build up a supply of breast milk for your baby, ensuring they never go hungry.
There are several manufacturers of quality breast pumps around the world. Buying an electric breast pump is the only way to go, especially if you pump regularly. Having a hand pump will be too cumbersome and time consuming.
The important thing to remember once you get your new breast pump is to be patient. Initially, you won’t get much milk by pumping, but as your milk supplies develop, your milk supply will increase. In the morning, you can feed your baby on one breast and express milk on the other breast.
Once you’ve established the best way to use your breast pump, you’ll achieve more balance in your lifestyle. You’ll have the option to spend quality time with your new baby, but you’ll also have a greater ability to come and go as you please.
