BF Pump Question

gokahne9 · July 2015

So i read that for BF to be less painful, you need the correct size flange. Would I be crazy to try the pump out now to make sure everything fits? What's the best way for a FTM to prepare herself in this department

dkizz82 · July 2015

I thought about that too, but wanted to wait until 38 weeks since nipple stimulation can possibly induce labor. We have a lacation room at our hospital so I think I'll let them fit me.

CaliforniaDream87 · July 2015

I wouldn't start pumping this early. However, you can try the flange to make sure you have the right size.

Size makes a world of a difference!!!!

Seed0824 · July 2015

The pump company told me supposedly the size they give with the pump work for most people. I would guess when I'm asking about buying more they would've taken advantage but since they didn't I'm going to wait to see if I have an issue especially in these days of overnight shipping.

Baby2HG · July 2015

I tried mine for about three min and found the correct one. I have huge boobs so I choose the biggest one.

cosplaymom · July 2015

I bought the smaller size and it worked noticeably better.

The breastshield size has nothing to do with your breast size (I'm a 36E), it has to do with the size of your nipples.

https://www.medela.com/IW/en/breastfeeding/good-to-know/right-size-of-breastshield.html

emmacake08 · July 2015

They'll do this at the hospital for you. If you need a different size flange, the LC should provide it to you. This is how I got 2 sets of parts.

emmacake08 · July 2015

And yes @cosplaymom is right, it's all about your nipple not making contact on the sides in the tube as you pump than cup size. I have large nipples but not really large breasts.

laurenbeyer · July 2015

Your boobs may get bigger after the baby comes and your milk comes in after delivery. The flanges that come with the pump work with most people.

gulimz · July 2015

You can possibly induce labor with nipple stimulation since it releases oxytocin (the all natural pitocin) I would stay away from that. There are lactation consultants there to show you how to use and size things for you.

buckleyk · July 2015

Yes! Do no start pumping now!

You can test the size without actually turning on the pump. Just hold it up to yourself to see it fits. The nurses at the hospital can help tell you if you need a larger/ smaller size. It's not about your breast size- it's about the shape and size of your nipples.

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