As a general rule, add 4mm, and that's the size of the flange you should choose Use a tape measure or ruler to measure from one side of the widest part of your nipple to the other, which is usually across the centre Ģ. To work out the flange you need, measure the diameter of your nipple:ġ. The mm size of the flange refers to the width of the opening. Most breast pumps come with a 'standard' size flange but will offer smaller or bigger sizes too. When choosing the size of your breast pump flange, you need to consider the size of your nipple and the level of comfort you feel when you are using it to express. The pump creates a seal around the areola and nipple within the flange to suck and release the nipple, similar to the rhythmic sucking of a baby at the breast.
MEASURING FLANGE SIZE SPECTRA HOW TO
Read on for how to choose the right size for you and more tips + tricks for expressing breastmilk.Īnd FYI, for any mamas that are new to expressing, the flange is the plastic part of the pump that you hold against your boobs and place your nipple into. Want to know one of the things they don't tell you about when it comes to pumping breastmilk? There are many different size flanges, and using the wrong size can impact upon the amount of milk you get + any discomfort you feel while expressing.
Written by Jade | Midwife, Mama of 3 & Tiny Hearts Educator
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