GLOBAL BREAST PUMP MARKET FORECAST 2023-2032

In terms of revenue, the global breast pump market was valued at $xx million in 2022 and is estimated to reach $xx million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 8.00% during the forecast period 2023 to 2032.

Breast pumps are FDA-approved medical equipment that can be applied to maintain or increase a woman’s milk production and relieve swollen breasts as well as obstructed milk ducts. It is also used to pull out flattened or upturned nipples in order to make it easier for a nursing infant to cling on. Breast pumps have a breast shield placed over the nipple, in addition to a pump that generates a vacuum for the extraction of milk. A detachable container is also used for the retrieval of produced milk.

Pumps can be operated manually or powered by an external source. Moreover, powered pumps are charged either by batteries or a wire that connects to an outlet. Some pumps are even equipped with an adapter that may be used in a vehicle. A breast pump addresses various challenges, including separation from an infant in intensive care, difficulties while latching, relieving engorgement, and avoiding passing medication through breast milk to the baby, among other issues.

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Key growth enablers of the global breast pump market:

• Rise in birth rates
• Increasing women’s employment rates
  • According to the International Labor Organization (ILO), opportunities for working women and gender equality have significantly progressed over recent years.
  • Working women, presently, prefer breast pumps in order to pump milk and feed their babies when going to work and subsequently save time.
  • Initiatives by government authorities worldwide also encourage working women. For instance, in India, the amendment to the Maternity Benefit Act seeks to encourage women’s participation in the workforce by providing benefits such as an increase in maternity leave. As a result, the growing number of working women is set to boost market growth.
• Government initiatives to improve consumer awareness
• Improving healthcare infrastructure in emerging economies

Key growth restraining factors:

• Lack of consumer awareness
• High cost of breast pumps
  • High costs of breast pumps restrict consumers from buying the product, especially in underdeveloped and developing countries.
  • Furthermore, closed system pumps are relatively costlier compared to open system pumps, given the fact that they are more hygienic and effective. With the advent of technologies, products like single- and double-electric-based breast pumps are gaining popularity. However, such advancements lead to an increase in cost, thus hindering market growth.
• Less penetration in low- and middle-income countries

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• Rising breastfeeding complications increase the demand for breast pumps
  • Breastfeeding complications such as poor attachment with the baby while feeding and nipple pain in women makes breastfeeding more difficult. Consequently, this factor plays a vital role in accelerating the need for breast pumps.
  • Engorgement leads to the breasts becoming very hard, making it challenging for the baby to latch. In this regard, manual or electric breast pumps can be used to remove excess milk from the breasts, making it easier for the baby to latch on to. Hence, breast engorgement is projected to contribute to the growing demand for breast pumps during the forecast period.
• Closed system pumps’ rising traction
• Technological advancements in the manufacturing process
• Rising popularity of milk banks

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Market Segmentation – Product, Technology, and Application –

Market by Product:

• Open System
• Closed System
  • A pump with a milk barrier is termed a closed system. It prevents the overflowing of milk and ensures that it travels through a hygienic route.
  • In addition to providing the child with safety, a closed system also ensures the removal of impurities while being easy to clean. Therefore, these factors are predicted to drive the growth of the segment.

Market by Technology:

• Manual Pumps
• Battery Powered Pumps
• Electric Pumps
  • Electric pumps offer more suction, making the pumping significantly faster and allowing the pumping of both breasts at the same time.
  • The double pumping model reduces the time taken as compared to a normal pump. Therefore, electric pumps are preferred by working women over other pumps.

Market by Application:

• Personal Use
• Hospital Grade
  • Hospital grade pumps are utilized by multiple users since they operate on a closed system basis, thus eliminating contamination.
  • Although hospital grade pumps are mainly used in hospitals, they can also be rented for personal use. With powerful motors, these pumps are expected to witness the fastest growth over the forecast period.

Geographical Study Based on Four Major Regions:

• North America: The United States and Canada
  • North America is set to hold a significant market share during the forecast period owing to the increase in the number of working women in the region.
  • Under the Affordable Care Act, working mothers can take breaks during work hours to provide breast milk for their children, a crucial factor expected to boost the region’s market growth. Furthermore, automated and electric breast pumps are also available at affordable prices for many working women in North America.
  • Government initiatives and policies for increasing awareness about breastfeeding are also anticipated to drive market growth in the region. For instance, Healthy People 2010, initiated by the United States government, further encourages breastfeeding.
• Europe: The United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Norway, Denmark, and Rest of Europe
• Asia-Pacific: China, Japan, India, South Korea, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, Australia & New Zealand, and Rest of Asia-Pacific
• Rest of World: Latin America, the Middle East & Africa

Major players operating in the global breast pump market:

• Ameda (Magento Inc)
• Hygeia Health
• Medela AG
• Koninklijke Philips NV
• Lalsinoh Laboratories Inc
• Pigeon Corporation

Key strategies adopted by some of these companies:

• In September 2020, Willow raised $55 million to expand its products in order to provide more offerings to new mothers and launched a wearable breast pump for women.
• In November 2020, Aeroflow Breastpumps and Medela launched the dream at-home pump and breastfeeding room for mothers across the United States.
• In September 2019, Spectra Baby USA introduced S3 Pro, a premium multi-user electric breast pump.

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