If you are, too, ready to say goodbye to your breast pump, there are three things you can do: Selling it, donating it, or recycling it. Selling your used pump may be an option; however, used pumps should only be reused by another individual when they are a closed system pump.Sep 15, 2020
Your best bet would be to check in with your International Board Certified Lactation Consultant to see whether your pump can be safely donated to another lactating parent in need via Freecycle or Craigslist, or other local organizations accepting breast pump donations.
Spectra suggests that you recycle your old Spectra pump by taking it to an appliance or PC recycling center. That might be an option for other non-Spectra pumps without a recycling program.Feb 15, 2020
Breast pumps that are reused by different mothers can carry infectious particles, which can make you or your baby sick. Buying a used breast pump or sharing a breast pump may be a violation of the manufacturer's warranty and you may not be able to get help from the manufacturer if you have a problem with the pump.Sep 14, 2021
“In accordance with our Medical Devices Policy, used breast pumps must be cleaned and sterilized before listing. Please ensure your item complies with this requirement and you state in your listing the item has been cleaned and sterilized according to eBay's policy. Thanks for your attention to this matter.”
Consider donating your breast pump The great thing about Spectra breast pumps is that because they're closed-system, they're safe for use by multiple users. So you can donate your used breast pump (not used accessories) if it's still in working condition.
You can reuse any hard plastic breast pump accessory for a second child, such as breastshields and bottles. Just make sure they've been cleaned thoroughly. Inspect them for cracks, warping and buildup of milk residue – and replace as necessary.May 28, 2019
Breastshields,flanges, and connectors can be recycled in your regular recycle bin. Tubing needs to be thrown away in your regular trash. It cannot be recycled. Bottles, bottle necks, caps, and sealing discs can be recycled.May 9, 2019
A Facebook spokeswoman says breast pumps are classed as medical items, which are banned under the site's commerce policies. Not all women need a breast pump and there are alternative options like hand expressing or hiring a breast pump for short-term needs.Jun 14, 2019
Place your pump parts in a large pan and cover with water. Bring to the boil, then keep boiling for at least five minutes, making sure all the parts stay submerged. Microwave. Put the pump parts in a microwaveable sanitising bag or microwave steriliser and follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.
about a yearHow Long Are Breast Pumps Good For? An average breastpump is intended for about a year of operation (14-20 pumping sessions each week). At that point, the motor of the pump may go out of service, impacting the pump's milk output, as well as the milk stored in it.Feb 25, 2022
Most breastpumps are designed for a year or so of typical use (15-20 pumping sessions per week). After that point the motor may not function as well, affecting the pump's milk output (and your milk supply). If you buy a used pump, the motor may already be near the end of its expected lifetime.Mar 27, 2018