In the case of
breastshield sizing - it is all about the nipples, primarily the diameter of the nipple, as well as the nipple elasticity.
If the pain does not subside, try using another size
of breastshield or seeking help from a lactation consultant.
It's tough to find replacement values, membranes, tubing, personal
fit breastshields in various sizes, replacement AC adaptors, cleaning supplies and other parts for Medela and Ameda breastpumps.
As a starting point
on breastshield sizing, select a flange that provides plenty of space around the nipple and begin pumping for about 5 minutes.
Unlike other two
piece breastshields on the market, the Pumpables Pro shield has an integrated backflow protector, which means that milk can not flow down the tubing, which is important for hygiene.
Here at Pumpables we understand that not all women are the same, which is why we've included 3 different sized
breastshields with the Milk Genie.
Unfortunately, determining the right size
breastshield for you can be a bit of trial and error.
The Pumpables Pro Backflow Protector is compatible with the Pumpables Milk Genie breast pump and Spectra -
style breastshields.
Pack of 4 narrow neck to wide neck bottle adaptors, allowing you to connect narrow
neck breastshields directly to wide neck bottles.
It also comes with a number of pumping accessories, such as a double pumping kit with PersonalFit
™ breastshields and a battery power option that lets moms pump anywhere, anytime.
This allows you to work out any kinks ahead of time, and fix any unforeseen problems that might arise — like, for example would you benefit from purchasing an extra set of
breastshields because it wouldn't be convenient to wash and dry your pump parts during the day?
This product can give Medela users a choice of 25
mm breastshield while keeping their favorite Medela breastpumps.
You can reuse any hard plastic breast pump accessory for a second child, such
as breastshields and bottles.
Pack of 4 wide neck to narrow neck bottle adaptors, allowing you to connect wide neck
breastshields directly to narrow neck bottles.
We
sell breastshields ranging in size from 19 mm to 30 mm; and, you can find breasthields on the market as small as 15 mm and as large as 36 mm.
Pumpables includes three
separate breastshield sizes in the box so you can trial different sizes and figure out which is best for you.
The two - piece
breastshield tends to have a longer flange and provide the room for the nipple to stretch more.
If you have any further questions at all about this post, or are not sure about using the right size
breastshield please feel free to contact us.
The Pumpables
Pro breastshield won't fit Medela narrow neck bottles but will fit Spectra or Avent wide neck bottles.
If your pump has a soft shield or shield insert available (for example, the Medela
Comfort breastshield or the Ameda Flexishield insert), then try using the pump with and without it.
We wouldn't compare it to a nice massage, however; with a properly
fitted breastshield and using the correct settings, using a breast -LSB-...]
Follow - up to our post
on breastshield sizing: The In and Out of Breastshield Sizing... Question from a pumping mom: Hello, Wondering if you have any suggestions for a problem I have.
The Pumpables Original Backflow Protector is compatible with Medela - style and Spectra -
style breastshields, as well as the Pumpables Original All - In - One Breastshield.
This setup will allow you to use your
Medela breastshield with your Spectra breast pump without compromising on hygiene or risking milk getting into your breast pump.
Other breastpump vendors, such as Avent, Ameda, already make 25 mm ID as the standard sized
breastshield for their breast pumps.
3) If manual expression is not working for you, using Medela's
SoftFit Breastshields will be more comfortable on your already sore breasts than the hard plastic version.
Includes removable cooler bag, contoured ice pack, double pumping kit with four breastmilk bottles, lids, two sets of PersonalFit
™ breastshields, hands - free accessory kit, rechargeable
What you get: 1 x mini Electric Breast Pump 1 x
personalfit breastshield - 24 mm 1 x motor unit with battery compartment 1 x valve head and valve membrane 1 x breastmilk bottle - 150 ml 1 x lid, cap and disc 1 x bottle stand 1 x mains adapter