In partnership with Haakaa

There’s a reason so many Australian mums swear by the Haakaa pump. No batteries to charge, nothing to plug in, no small parts to take apart to clean, just quiet suction that does its job while you get on with everything else.

The Gen 2 Plus works the same way and looks almost identical, but it’s designed to offer an even gentler experience for mums with heightened sensitivity. The original pump remains a great choice for the many mums who already love it, the Gen 2 Plus simply gives those who want extra softness another option. For mums who’ve found pumping tougher going than others, that comfort can be the difference between sticking with it and giving up.

What Sets the Haakaa Gen 2 Plus Apart

Two things set this pump apart from the original. The flange itself has been redesigned around comfort, and there’s a new removable insert to prevent spills without compromising on suction.

The ComfortCARE™ flange pairs an ultra-soft silicone flange with a slightly firmer silicone body, so the part that comes into contact with your breast is gentler, while the rest of the pump stays sturdy and easy to grip. Inside the flange there are four moulded rings designed to cut down on the friction and tugging that tends to happen during pumping, particularly if you’ve got sensitive breast tissue or nipples. The good news is that none of this affects how well the pump draws milk. The suction is exactly what you’d expect from Haakaa, just with an extra layer of comfort built in. The flange has also been shaped to work across a wider range of breast shapes and sizes.

The second update solves a different, very relatable problem. Anyone who has pumped knows the horror of a full collection cup tipping over. Haakaa’s signature suction base still holds the pump steady on flat surfaces the way it always has, but now there’s added protection too. The removable SpillGUARD™ Insert helps reduce accidental spills if the pump is knocked off the breast. It lets milk flow in but won’t let it flow back out, so even if the pump gets knocked, what you’ve expressed won’t be lost.

If you’ve already got a standard Gen 2 pump, it’s worth knowing the SpillGUARD™ Insert is sold separately and is compatible with previous Haakaa silicone manual pump models too, so you don’t necessarily need to replace the whole pump to get the extra peace of mind.

How Amy Uses It

Amy recently shared her breastfeeding station setup, and the Gen 2 Plus made her must-have list. Have a watch below to see exactly why she rates it so highly.

@mumslounge The clock is ticking until baby #2 joins us, so I’m busy getting everything organised. Today I put together a bedside breastfeeding station with everything I’ll need for easy night time feeds! #breastfeeding #pregnancy #thirdtrimester #haakaapump ♬ original sound – Mums Lounge

Disclosure: Amy was gifted this product. All thoughts and experiences expressed here are her own. 

Why Comfort Actually Makes a Difference

Nipple and breast sensitivity is one of the most common reasons mums scale back on expressing earlier than they planned, and a lot of it comes down to flange fit rather than anything they’re doing wrong. When the part of the pump making contact with your body is designed with that in mind, it removes one more barrier at a time when most mums are already stretched thin.

According to the Australian Breastfeeding Association, 96% of Australian mums start out breastfeeding, but that number quickly decreases in the early weeks. By around three months, only 39% of babies are still exclusively breastfed, and by around five months that drops further to 15%. There’s no single reason behind the drop off, but comfort and practicality both play a real part in whether mums feel able to keep feeding or expressing for as long as they’d hoped to. Small, practical improvements like this might not solve everything, but they can genuinely extend how long pumping feels manageable for someone who was already finding it hard going.

The Features You Already Know and Love

Alongside the comfort updates, the Gen 2 Plus keeps everything that made the original such a staple for breastfeeding mums in the first place. It still offers continuous suction with no cords, no batteries and no noise, which makes it just as easy to use at home as it is out and about.

It’s light and compact too, easy to attach, pack or carry, and the clear moulded measurements make it simple to track exactly how much you’ve expressed. There’s a long pour spout for cleaner transfers and less waste, and it’s available in 100ml and 150ml sizes depending on what suits you.

As always, it’s made from 100% food-grade silicone, free from BPA, PVC and phthalates, and safe in the fridge, dishwasher, microwave, steriliser and boiling water.

It’s also worth remembering that the pump doesn’t need to be used with suction at all. A lot of mums simply place it on the opposite breast while feeding to passively catch letdown, so milk that would otherwise go to waste ends up saved instead.

Worth Every Cent

For all the comfort upgrades, the Gen 2 Plus hasn’t strayed from what’s always made Haakaa such an easy recommendation, it’s genuinely affordable. The Gen 2 Plus Silicone Manual Breast Pump with SPILLGUARD Insert is $30.99 AUD for the 100ml, and $32.99 AUD for the 150ml. If you’d rather keep your existing pump and just add the spill protection, the SpillGUARD™ Insert is sold separately for $15.99 and is compatible with all previous Haakaa silicone manual breast pump models, so there’s no need to replace anything to get the extra peace of mind. It’s proof that comfort doesn’t have to come with a bigger price tag.