Medela Harmony [11/73] Preparing for pumping

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6. Preparing for pumping

Does your breastshield t?

It is important that the breastshield ts correctly. A properly tting breastshield

ensures comfort and efcient milk expression. Figure A above shows a breastshield

that is the correct size. The breastshield in gure B is too small, the one in gure C

too large.

Answer the following questions to nd out whether your breastshield ts correctly:

l Is your nipple moving freely in the tunnel of the shield?

l Is no or a minimal part of your areola being pulled into the tunnel of the breast-

shield?

l Do you see a gentle, rhythmic motion in the breast with each cycle of the pump?

l After pumping, does your breast feel much less full, with no areas of hardness?

l Is your nipple pain-free?

If the answer to all of these questions is “Yes”, then your breastshield ts correctly.

If the answer to any of these questions is “No”, or if you experience problems or pain

during expression, your breastshield may not be the right size. Medela offers ve

different sizes of the PersonalFit™ breastshield. Consult your breastfeeding and

lactation consultant or midwife for advice.

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6.2 continued

6.3 Placing the breastshield

Wipe your breast with a warm

cloth (do not use alcohol).

Place the breastshield on

your breast so that your

nipple is properly centred in

the tunnel.

Hold the breastshield onto

your breast with your thumb

and index nger. Support

your breast with the palm of

your hand.

Screw the bottle onto the

connector.

Insert the stem of the handle

assembly into the opening

on top of the connector. Push

until the stem locks into

place.