Ameda history

Who invented the modern breast pump and when?
In 1942, the modern breast pump was created in Sweden by engineer Einar Egnell. Egnell’s work began in 1939, when a leading Swedish obstetrician asked him to make a better breast pump. Learn more

What years were the Ameda pumps and other products released?
Ameda’s History of Successful Product Innovation Learn more

Proven Airlock Protection™

Learn how this product feature prevents the growth of bacteria, mold, and viruses in pump tubing while pumping and reduces risk in the NICU.

CustomControl™

Discover the research that supports this feature and find out how to help mothers follow their flow.

VacuSense™ Technology

Unique to the Ameda Platinum Breast Pump, learn what it is and why it matters.

CustomFit Flange System™

Find out how to help a mother achieve a good flange fit for greater comfort and better milk flow.

Ameda history

Learn about the invention of the modern breast pump by Ameda’s founder Einar Egnell and his role in setting the vacuum-and-cycle standards still used today.

Ameda History

Ameda history