Medela Classic Breastpump - Manual (Page 2)

Breastpumps come in a variety of styles. It is important that
breastpumps are safe, effective and comfortable. Always
read the manufacturer’s instructions before using your pump.
A healthy infant is far more effective at emptying the breast
than any pump. Remember, breastfeeding is a learned
process. Be patient. It may take some time before you are
comfortable and proficient.
Here are some basic tips to boost your breastpumping
know-how:
• Always wash your hands before breastpumping.
• Center your nipple in the tunnel of the breastshield.
• For relaxation purposes, drink water, juice or tea before
or during pumping.
• Start pumping on minimum vacuum setting, and
gradually increase as needed.
• If pumping is uncomfortable, decrease vacuum.
• If nipple rubs on inside of breastshield, ask your nurse
or rental station for a larger breastshield (PersonalFit ™
Breastshield) or call Medela at 1-800-435-8316.
Your ideal pumping time will depend on your baby’s
schedule. If you want to prepare a feeding, try pumping
in the morning when milk is most plentiful.
To maintain an adequate milk supply, frequent feedings at
the breast and/or pumping are essential. Fatigue, illness,
or decreased stimulation can decrease milk supply.
As stimulation increases, however, milk production
will increase.
Finally, remember to take good care of yourself! Eat well,
drink plenty of fluids and get lots of rest.
Breastpumping Tips Table of Contents
Breastpumping Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Health, Safety & Storage
Cleaning and Sterilization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Hospital Sterilization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Home Sanitizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Home and Hospital Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Tubing Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Storing Breastmilk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Thawing Breastmilk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Breastmilk Storage Time Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Assembly and Use of Breastpumps
and Accessory Kits
■ Lactina ® Breastpump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
■ Classic ™ Breastpump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
■ Manual Breastpumping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
To Order Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Your Hospitalized Infant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
A Critical Time for Establishing Milk Supply . . . . . . .21
Increasing Your Milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
After Baby Comes Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Medela, Inc., P.O. Box 660, McHenry, IL 60051-0660
P.O. Box 131, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4T 3B5
Phone: 800-435-8316 or 815-363-1166 Fax: 800-995-7867 or 815-363-1246
Classic is a trademark and Lactina is a registered trademark of Medela, Inc.
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