How to Use a Medela Pump

Breast pumps apply manual suction (simulating a nursing infant) to a mother's nipple, allowing the collection of breast milk for later use. At first glance the Medela breast pump may seem intimidating, with all the parts and accessories, accompanied by a novel-sized instruction manual. In actuality, the Medela breast pump provides a comfortable and efficient way to nourish your baby when mom can't physically be there.

Things You'll Need

  • Tubing
  • Breastshield
  • Connector piece (breastshield to Medela bottles)

Instructions

    • 1

      Attach the tubing to the pump.

    • 2

      Screw the connector to the accompanying Medela bottle. Make sure that the flexible membrane (penny-sized) is already attatched and lying flat on the connector.

    • 3

      Attach the tubing to the connector that is now secured to the bottle.

    • 4

      Attach the breastshield (a horn-shaped piece that comes into contact with the breast) to the opposite side of the connector.

    • 5

      Bring the horn to your breast, centering it over the nipple. (sizes vary from 18-24 mm)

    • 6

      Keeping the horn at the breast, turn the machine on, using its lowest suction setting.

    • 7

      Slowly increase suction to your personal comfort level.

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