Medical Devices
Breast Pump and Breastfeeding Resources
The following are selected resources which may help you learn more about breast pumps and breastfeeding.
Links to non-Federal Government organizations are provided solely as a service to our users. Links do not constitute an endorsement of these organizations or their programs by the FDA or the Federal government. The FDA is not responsible for the content of the Web pages found at these links.
Government Websites
Breast Pumps: Don't Be Misled - Get the Facts
FDA Consumer Update, January 2013.
Womenshealth.gov Breastfeeding Website
Information about breastfeeding, breast milk storage, and contact information for the free National Breastfeeding Helpline from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
USDA’s Breastfeeding and Infant Nutrition Resource Page
Breastfeeding and nutrition information for pregnant and breastfeeding women from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) State Contacts
Provides state contact information for the WIC special supplemental nutrition program for low-income women and children up to age five who are at nutritional risk. Also provides information to help women determine whether they are eligible for this program.
Search for all FDA cleared breast pumps through Devices@FDA
The FDA database to find out whether a breast pump has been cleared by the FDA. For a device to be cleared, the device manufacturer must show that it is at least as safe and effective to other legally marketed devices.
MedWatch Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting System
Webpage for reporting injuries from breast pumps to the FDA.
FDA’s Infant Formula Website
Information about the FDA's regulation of infant formulas, including commonly asked questions about infant formulas, links to other relevant resources, and how to report problems with infant formulas.
FDA’s Food Safety for Moms-to-Be
Food Safety tips for pregnant women from the FDA.
Non-Government Organizations
American College of Nurse Midwives
Association of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Neonatal Nurses
International Lactation Consultant Association
National Association of Neonatal Nurses
United States Breastfeeding Committee
