Breast Shield Sizing; Correctly Fi Tting Breast Shields - Medela Symphony Mode D'emploi

9. Breast Shield Sizing

Caution
• While some discomfort may be felt when fi rst using a breast pump, using a breast pump
should not cause pain.
• If you are experiencing discomfort at the base of the nipple due to rubbing of your breast
tissue with the breast shield tunnel, use of a lubricant such as Tender Care
be benefi cial.
• For assistance with correct breast shield sizing and comfort please visit
www.medelabreastshields.com or see a lactation consultant / breastfeeding specialist.
Correctly fi tting breast shields
Properly fi tting breast shields will ensure comfort and effi cient milk expression.
To determine if you have the correct size, look at the following diagram:
• The nipple should be centered in the tunnel of the shield.
• The nipple should move freely without rubbing when the pump is turned on.
• Minimal or no part of your areola should be pulled into the tunnel of the
breast shield.
• You should see a gentle, rhythmic motion in the breast with each cycle of the
pump.
• After pumping, your breast should feel less full with no areas of hardness.
PersonalFit Breast Shields
™
21
mm
Item 87072 Item 87073
Too Small
Nipple
Areola
• Nipple rubs along side
of tunnel
• Try a larger size
Nipple
PersonalFit Breast Shields are available at many local retailers or visit
™
www.shopmedela.com.
20
Nipple
27
mm
Areola
Item 87074
Correct Fit
• Nipple is centered and
moves freely
Nipple
Areola
30
mm
Item 87075
Nipple
Areola
Lanolin may
™
Nipple
Areola
Nipple
36
mm
Item 87084
Too Large
Nipple
Areola
• Nipple and excessive
areola are pulled into
the tunnel
• Try a smaller size
Areola