Medela PersonalFit Breastshield L (27mm) Rs. 359 @ Amazon
Consists of a breastshield and a connector. Comfortably fits mothers who have a smaller or larger than average nipple or with varying nipple sizes.
Key Features
- Two-piece system-Allows the interchanging of different sizes of breastshields.
- Convenient-for travelling or to have extras on hand for less cleaning.
- Can be used for all Medela breastpumps.
- Autoclavable.
- Available in five different tunnel sizes (21 mm, 24 mm, 27 mm, 30 mm, 36 mm).
Indication
- To more comfortably fit mothers who have a smaller or larger than average nipple or with varying nipple sizes.
Recommendation for use
- At mother’s own comfort.
Breastshield fitting
Benefits of a correct fit
The right breastshield size and a proper fit avoid compression of any milk ducts during pumping. As a consequence the mother is given the best chance of
- protecting of her milk volume.
- optimizing breast emptying.
- preventing nipple trauma.
- pumping with comfort.
This will help a mother to maintain her milk production and support her lactation.
Criteria of a correct fit
With the following checklist a mother can easily check if she is using the right breastshield size:
- Center the nipple in the breastshield tunnel.
- Turn on the pump and check.
- Is her nipple moving freely in the tunnel?
- Is minimal or no areolar tissue being pulled intothe tunnel of the breastshield?
- Does she see a gentle, rhythmical motion in the breast with each cycle of the pump?
- Does she feel the breast emptying all over?
- Is her nipple pain-free?
If her answer to any of the above questions is “No”, she should try a larger (or small) breastshield. Medela’s PersonalFitTM Breastshield is available infive different sizes.
Incorrect fit
Using a too small or too large breastshield may lead to impaired milk removal because milk ducts could get blocked or milk ejection inhibited. Over time, this can result in reduced daily milk output-which in consequences will decrease milk productionand can lead to early weaning. Friction around the nipple and/or areola can cause discomfort and trauma which may cause a mother to only pump infrequently. Again, her milk production is jeopardized. Tissue breakdown due to nipple trauma carries the risk of infection and mastitis.
Breastpump care
- Unplug breastpump prior to cleaning.
- At home Daily or when spills occur.
- In between each mother and/or on a regular basis, e.g. daily.
- Use a damp (not wet) cloth to wipe over the breastpump. Optionally, soapy water or a non-abrasive detergent may be used.
- Do not spray or pour liquid directly onto the pump.
- Do not immerse the Symphony pump unit in water or shower the diaphragm area.
Personal Hygiene
- Hands should be thoroughly washed with soap and water before touching the breast and pump parts.
- The breast and surrounding area needs cleaning with a damp cloth. Soap or alcohol should not be used which can dry the skin and cause cracked nipples.
- Touching the inside of bottles and lids should be avoided.
Useful Hints/Trouble Shooting
- If there is no vacuum or if the pumping performance is poor, make sure the connector and breastshield are securely attached.
- Check proper fit of shield on breast (needs to seal completely).
Consisting of
- 1 PersonalFit Breastshield.
- 1 Connector.
Can be used for all Medela breastpumps
Autoclavable
Available in 5 different sizes
Maximum Comfort: Personalize the breastshield size for most comfortable pumping
Maximum Output: Optimize breast emptying
Instructions included
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