Updated June 10, 2015.

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 Advanced (PISA)

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. I like the multi-speed suction that imitates baby's natural suction.More »

2. Medela Freestyle Breast Pump

The Medela Freestyle Breast Pump is a very awesome pump. It can be used hands free with certain types of nursing bras or regularly. It is a double pump and a high enough grade and quality that it can be used for heavy duty breast pumping for working moms or moms who pump on a regular basis and already have a good milk supply established.More »

3. Ameda Purely Yours

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.This one is without a tote or backpack.It also sports a closed system to prevent milk from back flowing into the tubing.More »

4. Medela Swing Breast Pump

This single breast pump from Medela, is the only single pump available with the two step cycling for faster let down when pumping or expressing breast milk.This is great for single pumping for occasional use, though some mothers love the Swing so much they've purchased two to do double pumping.More »

5. Ameda Purely Yours (Backpack)

This is the Ameda Purely Yours Breast Pump is a double pump like the previous entry. It also includes a backpack for carrying this double pump.More »