Medela flange sizes
- how should my breast pump fit
- how should your breast pump fit
- how should the breast pump fit
- how should my breast pump flange fit
Signs of wrong flange size...
How to measure flange size with measuring tape
What Size Breast Pump Flange Do I Need?
To accurately measure for the right flange size:
1. Start by gathering a few simple tools: a ruler or caliper for precise measurements, and a pen and paper to note the size.
2.
It is best to measure your nipple diameter after a pumping session or nursing when the nipple is most similar to its size during pumping.
3. Gently measure the diameter of the nipple, avoiding the areola, and take note of this measurement in millimeters.
This number will be the baseline for choosing your flange size.
4. Once you have the measurement, consider adding 2-3 millimeters to the diameter to get an “adjusted size.” This accounts for the space needed for your nipple to move freely in the flange without rubbing against the sides.
5.
Breast pump flange insertBreast pump manufacturers offer flanges in standard sizes, usually starting at around 21mm and going up in increments (like 24mm, 27mm, etc.) to accommodate different nipple sizes.
6. If your nipple measures 17mm, and you add 2mm, your adjusted size is 19mm.
Since most manufacturers start their flange sizes at 21
- how should the breast pump flange fit
- how should your breast pump flange fit