3Sore Nipples

If, due to sore nipples, you are experiencing discomfort while pumping in the Expression Phase, careful use of the Stimulation Phase may help to provide some relief. You can return to the Stimulation Phase at any time by pressing the let-down button. Although Medela strongly encourages pumping in the Expression Phase after milk ejection at Maximum Comfort Vacuum™ for the most effective removal of milk, it may be beneficial to address temporary discomfort issues by pumping in the Stimulation Phase. If your sore nipple condition persists or worsens, consult your physician or lactation consultant.

Important Note:

For the most effective pumping and removal of milk, Medela strongly encourages pumping in the Expression Phase after milk ejection at Maximum Comfort Vacuum™.

Storing Breastmilk

Check with your hospital for specific storage instructions.

When freezing, do not fill containers more than 3/4 full to allow space for expansion. Label containers with the date of pumping.

Breastmilk Storage (For Healthy Term Babies)

 

Room

Cooler with

Refrigerator

Self-contained

Deep

 

Temperature

3 Frozen

 

Refrigerator

Freezer

 

 

Ice Packs

 

Freezer Unit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Freshly

4 hours

24 hours

5 -7 days

3-4

6-12

expressed

at 66-72°F

at 59°F

at 32-39°F

months 3

months

breastmilk

(19-22°C) 1

(15°C) 1

(0°-4°C) 2

 

at 0°F

 

 

 

 

 

(-19°C) 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thawed

Do not

Do not

24 hours 4

Never

Never

breastmilk

store

store

 

refreeze

refreeze

(previously

 

 

 

thawed

thawed

frozen)

 

 

 

milk

milk

 

 

 

 

 

 

1Hamosh M, Ellis L, Pollock D, Henderson T, and Hamosh P: Pediatrics, Vol. 97, No. 4, April 1996. pp 492-497. (4 hours at 77° F/25° C).

2Sosa, Roberto; Barness, Lewis: AJDC, Vol. 141, Jan. 1987.

3Lawrence R, and Lawrence R: Breastfeeding: A Guide For the Medical Profession, 1999, p.894.

4Arnold L; Recommendations for Collection, Storage and Handling of a Mother's Milk for Her Own Infant

in the Hospital Setting, 3rd Edition.The Human Milk Banking Association of North America, Inc. 1999, p. 18.

Important Note: If the temperature in the room, car or outdoors exceeds 77° F / 25° C, chill milk immediately to preserve freshness.

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