Does Insurance Cover Breast Pump Each Pregnancy?

If you’re expecting your second child, you may be wondering if your insurance will cover a breast pump for each new pregnancy. 

The answer is it depends on your insurance provider. Many will cover you for a new breast pump for each pregnancy, but some have stipulations on the type of breast pumps they will supply.  Most insurance companies will provide breast pump cover up to one year postpartum. 

Should You Get a New Breast Pump with Each New Pregnancy?

If your insurance does cover a new breast pump for your second child, then acquiring a new pump might be the most sensible solution. 

However, when your second child is born, and if a second breast pump is not possible, it is safe to use the breast pump you used for your first child, providing you prepare it properly before use. 

Make sure you bring the pump out of storage a while before the new baby arrives, as this will give you plenty of time to get it into a usable state. You will probably need to give yourself a refresher course on how to use it as well. 

Make sure you have all the necessary pieces to get the pump working and replace any that you don’t have. Most manufacturers will have spare parts available that you can order; check your breast pump manual for more details about where and how to get them. 

Thoroughly clean the breast pump, and carefully follow the instructions for how to wash each part. Some breast pumps can be pulled apart and put through a dishwasher cycle. 

Any parts of your breast pump which come into contact with milk, should be sterilized. Washable parts of the pump should be sterilized once per day before use. All it takes is 5 – 10 minutes in boiling water or the microwave when using a microwavable bag. 

Mold growth can be problematic in a breast pump’s tubing. To prevent mold, you can sterilize the tubes by flushing rubbing alcohol through them.  

What Type of Breast Pump Do I Need?

For portability and convenience, you can’t go past the manual pump. However, these can be slow and tiring. Plus, you can only do one breast at a time.

Double electric pumps are an excellent solution for rapid extraction. Many are designed to be portable, as well as help you carry everything you need to take care of bub when you’re on the move. If you’re planning to return to work and breastfeed as well, then a good quality double breast pump will come in handy. 

Hospital-grade pumps are best for moms who may be struggling to produce a decent supply, which can happen if you are nursing and dealing with a health issue.  If you think you will have problems with milk supply with your next baby, then you will need to check your insurance provider’s details, as not all plans will have coverage for this level of breast pump.

Breast Pump Supplies Near Me?

Caring Touch Medical, Inc are a supplier of quality breast pumps from top manufacturers like Medela, Spectra, and Ameda and are in five convenient locations around Maryland. They can consult with insurance on your behalf to discover the breast pump options you have available. If you are after a high-quality, reliable pump with professional support, then get in touch with Caring Touch Medical today.