Here is a link to the nursing bra that I used with my pumping attachment. I loved that it was comfortable and had a great silky feel against my skin. Only use the power adapter and cable that comes with the Solo™ breast pump to recharge the battery. Can I turn the Solo™ Hands-free single electric breast pump into a double? Using the INITIATE program in the first few days of lactation has been shown to produce significantly more milk during the first 14 days compared to starting with standard pumping programs. According to research, you can pump up to 50% more milk within the first 14 days 3 after birth when double pumping with INITIATE and MAINTAIN as indicated. ​ Yes, it is possible to use the Solo™ Hands-free breast pump at the same time as breastfeeding your baby/child from the other breast. As with many new skills, it may be a little difficult at first to do both at the same time. It can be helpful to discuss this with your breastfeeding specialist or breastfeeding support group to see how you can make this easier. Do wearable collection cups cause more soreness?

The Hands-free Collection Cup should be boiled for 10 minutes before first use, washed after every use (hand wash or dishwash), and sanitised once per day (boil for 10 minutes or microsteam). Is the Hands-free Collection Cup dishwasher safe?The pump unit and the exterior of tubing can be wiped down with a damp cloth if needed. The pump features a closed-system so milk cannot get into the tube when used as instructed. Do not clean or rinse the inside of the tubing under any circumstances. How often do I need to clean the Hands-free Collection Cup? The tunnel diameter on the Hands-free Collection Cup is sized the same as the Medela PersonalFit Flex™ breast shields from all the pumps in the range. Therefore, with correct sizing and use of the Hands-free Collection Cup it should support a comfortable pumping experience. No, you do not need WiFi to use the Solo™ Hands-free pump. The pump has the ability to connect to the Medela Family™ app via Bluetooth ® connectivity. Yes. The Solo™ Hands-free pump does not shut off automatically when the milk collection cup is full. However, because of the Hands-free Collection Cup’s transparent design and side scale measurement indicator, it makes it easy to monitor how much has been collected and pause the pumping when the collection cup is full. Just continue your pumping session once the collection cup is emptied.

No, Freestyle™ Hands-free does not shut off automatically when the collection containers are full. However, because of the collection cups’ transparent design and side scale indicator, it’s easy for a mum to monitor how much she has collected during that session and pause pumping if the cups are full. Is the Freestyle™ Hands-free breast pump easy to clean? Sanitise before first use and once daily, and wash before first use and after each use. Always allow all parts to completely dry on a clean towel. Can I return Freestyle™ Hands-free if I change my mind? After using that bra for a few months, I realized that I really wanted a pumping bra that was comfortable to wear all day.

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Intuitive Control: with only 4 buttons, the Solo™ Hands-free pump is intuitive to use and easy to control. Medela researchers found that double pumping obtains 18% more milk on average, compared to single pumping 3. When cups are full can you empty them and then keep pumping?

Anatomically shaped collection cups uniquely designed to maximise milk expression and comfort by reducing compression of breast tissue This postpartum care box has a couple of my must-have items for the first few months after baby arrives. The tubes that help with engorgement provide so much relief. The 21 mm size is for smaller or up to 17 mm nipple diameter. The 24 mm size is for larger than 17 mm up to 20 mm nipple diameter. Easy to clean and assemble collection cups with just three parts and in only three steps. Dishwasher safe A special bra is not required when using the Freestyle™ Hands-free collection cups. The cups are designed to fit into most nursing bras. Do you have control of suction in stimulation and expression?Suitability: Make sure you buy a bra that is compatible with your breast pump. Some brands produce bras dedicated to their pumps, while others are pretty much universal. Having 2 pumping bras is necessary if you pump every day because you will need to have one available to pump while you are washing and air drying the other bra. Solo™ Hands-free has been anatomically designed to fit comfortably to most breast and nipple shapes. If you just got your pump, you may be wondering which hands free pumping bra will work the best with a Spectra.