The Invention Of Breast Pump

It is no doubt that the breast pump is a very extraordinary invention for nursing mothers all around the world. But are you aware of where did all of the technology originate? Indeed, the breast pump technology has advanced greatly through the years - from hand-operated breast pumps to electric breast pumps.

History Of Breast Pump

Breast pumps were only accessible to hospitals in order to help women with inverted nipples; today, they can be used in different styles. The United States gave the first patent to O.H. Needham for breast pump ion June 20, 1854.

In 1863, L.O. Colbin invented as well as patented a breast pump. These manual pumps laid the groundwork toward efficient milk extraction. It was in the early 1920s that the first mechanical breast pump was made, simulating an infant suckling by engineer Edward Lasker.

It was Einar Egnell who spent a dedicated research to learn the mechanics of a woman’s breast during feeding and lactation. The production of Egnell SMB breast pumps began in 1956, after he published his findings. In fact, plenty of these pumps still operate nowadays.

In 1991, the first vacuum operated electric pump was manufactured for non-hospital use. This invention has indeed revolutionized the way women were able to feed their babies if they are outside their homes. Indeed, the commercialization of breast pumps has permitted women to work and still provide breast milk to their children.

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