Breast pump with massage for improved lactation

摘要

A breast pump is disclosed having a hood with breast massage. In one embodiment, a frame 18 supports the hood 1, substantially preventing contraction of the hood along its longitudinal axis, while permitting a thin-walled portion 5 to contract along its diameter. Under action of a suction pump, the flexible thin-walled portion gently massages the areola. Another embodiment has a flexible sleeve within which the nipple is received. An exterior frame again provides support for the hood, allowing the sleeve to radially contract under suction to gently massage the nipple. The frame prevents the longitudinal contraction of the sleeve that could pinch the nipple and breast.