Product Dimensions | 3.6 x 3.6 x 1.1 inches |
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Item model number | 67218 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Safety warning | Use under direction of a Healthcare Professional |
Minimum weight recommendation | 1 Pounds |
Maximum weight recommendation | 96 Pounds |
Material Type | BPA Free |
Material Composition | Silicone |
Material free | BPA Free |
Number Of Items | 1 |
Batteries required | No |
Is portable | No |
Item Weight | 0.32 ounces |
Country/Region of origin | Switzerland |
Medela Contact Nipple Shield, 20mm Small, Nippleshield for Breastfeeding with Latch Difficulties or Flat or Inverted Nipples, Made Without BPA
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- DESIGNED FOR CONTINUED BREASTFEEDING IN SPECIAL SITUATIONS: Medela’s Contact Nipple Shields are carefully designed to accommodate and address special breastfeeding situations, such as latching difficulties, flat nipples, overactive letdowns, and inverted nipples – our goal is to help you continue breastfeeding for as long as you choose while making nursing as convenient as possible for you and your new baby
- UNIQUE SHAPE ALLOWS FOR MORE SKIN-TO-SKIN CONTACT: The innovative cut-out shape of these nipple shields allow for maximized skin-to-skin contact between you and your little one, while promoting the bonding experience that breastfeeding provides
- RANGE OF AVAILABLE SIZES TO CHOOSE FROM: Your order contains one 20mm nipple shield; Medela also offers contact nipple shields in 16mm and 24mm sizes, so you can easily find the most comfortable nipple shields for you and your baby
- MADE WITHOUT BPA: Like all other Medela breast pump parts and accessories that come into contact with breast milk, our contact nipple shields are – and have always been – made without BPA; our contact nipple shields are made of 100% ultra-thin, soft silicone that is safe for mom and baby
- CONSULT WITH A LACTATION PROFESSIONAL FOR ASSISTANCE: Be sure to consult with a lactation professional to ensure proper usage and sizing, as well as additional assistance with any special breastfeeding situations to enable continued nursing for as long as you choose
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From the manufacturer
Contact Nipple Shields: An essential part of successful breastfeeding
Medela Contact Nipple Shields were made to address common breastfeeding issues, including flat or inverted nipples and those experiencing latching difficulties, soreness, and overactive letdown | Available in 3 sizes that are designed to fit the size of the infant’s mouth.
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All parts that touch breast milk are made without BPA and safe for mom and baby |
Unique cut-out area allows more skin contact between mother and baby |
Includes 2 nipple shields and 1 case |
Instructions for Use
- Support the breast with a “C” hold.
- Place thumb on top of the breast and nipple shield and with fingers below, away from the areola.
- Tickle baby’s lower lip with nipple until he opens WIDE.
- Pull baby onto the nipple shield, so baby takes as much of the nipple as possible into his mouth.
For Babies with Latch Difficulties
Remove the nipple shield after a minute or two of breastfeeding. Try to attach the baby to the breast without the nipple shield. Continue to do this with each feeding until the baby is able to latch without the shield.
Tips for Use
Before Feeding
Place the nipple shield in hot water prior to nursing to make the shield more pliable and easier to adhere to the breast. A small amount of lanolin cream under just the rim may also help it stick.
Proper Placement
Turn the nipple shield inside-out halfway, holding it by the rim. Place the nipple shield over the breast with the nipple centered inside the nipple portion of the shield. Then flip the shield right side out, enclosing as much of the nipple as possible. If using the Contact nipple shield, position the open section where the baby’s nose will contact the breast.
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Product Description
Product Description
Medela’s Contact Nipple Shields can be an effective tool for both healthcare and lactation professionals, as well as moms, to address breastfeeding through special situations like latching difficulties, overactive letdowns, flat or inverted nipples, and even soreness and irritation. These nipple shields for breastfeeding enable and promote continued nursing without interruption, as these problems are addressed and resolved. Uniquely designed to encourage closer contact with your baby, our Contact Nipple Shields are available in a range of sizes for effective feeding for your baby and your comfort.
What’s Included: (1) Contact Nipple Shield, Size Small, 20mm
Talk with a lactation professional for assistance in getting started with these nipple shields, ensuring proper use, and finding the optimal fit for your body while addressing any special breastfeeding situations. Our contact nipple shields for breastfeeding – like all other Medela accessories that come into contact with breast milk – are made without BPA for the peace of mind that you and your little one deserve.
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ASIN | B000YQMWLU |
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Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #3,391 in Baby (See Top 100 in Baby) #29 in Breast Shells & Nipple Therapy Products |
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Use under direction of a Healthcare Professional
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IN NO EVENT, REGARDLESS OF CAUSE, SHALL CompanyC BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER ARISING UNDER BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, AND WHETHER BASED ON THIS AGREEMENT OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
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Customers like the performance and latch of the nipple shield. For example, they say it works well, is easy to clean and helps with latching problems and letdown issues. That said, some complain about the suction. Opinions are mixed on pain relief and fit.
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Customers like the performance of the nipple shield. They mention that it works well, is easy to clean, and is great for first time moms learning to breast feed. Some say that the shields are very useful and effective for women with nips that don't work well with lactching.
"...These shields are that effective!*** Updated 4/13 ***..." Read more
"very useful. :) So happy with this." Read more
"...They are great while he is fussing (normally you cannot latch a crying baby properly even if he is hungry) and magical at night while feeding in bed..." Read more
"...have some nipple damage that just has to heal (like I did), this shield works wonders...." Read more
Customers like the latch. They say it works great for latching problems and letdown issues. Customers also mention that it helps the baby latch on. Some say that it has a neutral effect on latching. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product.
"...This nipple shield totally changed that and now he has no problem latching and staying latched...." Read more
"...and the lansinoh brand - these fit me much better, were easier for my baby to latch onto, and felt softer and more natural...." Read more
"...Easy to clean- No issues getting him to latchCons:-..." Read more
"...I've used these shields in the past and they worked great with getting baby too latch. I'm rating 3 only because it was sent wrong size." Read more
Customers like the ease of cleaning the baby product. They mention that it's easy to use and clean.
"...It’s also easy to clean and durable!..." Read more
"Super lightweight. Easy to clean. Got a backup for the one they gave me at the hospital since I have flat nipples. I was sized there...." Read more
"...Doesn't hurt to nurse anymore - my nipples have been saved- Easy to clean- No issues getting him to latchCons:-..." Read more
"...Washing. Yes, you have to wash it between uses, which is why it's great to have several. I got 2 from the hospital and then bought 2 more...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the pain relief provided by the shield. Some mention it helps a lot, while others say it's definitely a pain to use and keep on.
"...I think an unintended positive side effect is that these eased some of the pain associated with nursing in the early days...." Read more
"...would use it each time I nursed and my nipples healed and it didn't hurt at all anymore...." Read more
"...I have one regular shield from the hospital and it's pretty frustrating to use...." Read more
"...No more cracked nipples, nipple blisters, or Lanolin/nipple butters!!" Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the nipple shield. Some mention that it fits, but is not practical for everyday use. They appreciate the different size options and the fact that it's perfect for smaller or inverted nips. However, others say that it was bigger than their nappy and that they can't make it fit.
"...They are small and easy to misplace so I highly recommend having several" Read more
"Easy to clean. Reusable. I didn’t end up using because the size was not correct so make sure you know your size first. But suction power is good...." Read more
"...I tried these and the lansinoh brand - these fit me much better, were easier for my baby to latch onto, and felt softer and more natural...." Read more
"...are so helpful in allowing me to feed my baby and the smaller size helps her latch better!" Read more
Customers are not satisfied with the suction of the baby product. They mention that it falls off quickly, the shield would not stick to the other side, and it constantly wants to pop off. They also say that the shield can slide off target or detach. Overall, customers are not happy with the product's suction.
"...to side when feeding (for whatever idiotic reason), the shield can slide off target or detach...." Read more
"...After washing and after a few uses, it did seem they were a little less “sticky” and didn’t suction on as strong...." Read more
"...I found that theses stay on well even though they seem like they would just fall off...." Read more
"...ones, the silicone was unnecessarily thick, and they were constantly coming off while she was nursing...." Read more
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- Washing. Yes, you have to wash it between uses, which is why it's great to have several. I got 2 from the hospital and then bought 2 more. That will last me for a while into the day, and then I just wash all of them when I have a minute. Doesn't take long and I don't mind. Then I'm good for the rest of the day and night.
- Easily lost. Yes, they're clear and delicate and hard to find if you drop them, but that hasn't been a problem for me. I've only dropped a shield maybe twice in 4 months, and that's because I threw it across the bed and missed... I keep them in a little tray basket on the night stand or by the nursing chair. When I'm done I just put it back on the tray, and grab another at the next feed. Then I batch-wash them all and put them all back in the tray. It really helps keep them in one place and helps keep them from falling or getting lost. Before I started putting them in the tray, they were rolling around all over the house - much easier to fall or get lost.
- Detaching/sliding. This is my only point of frustration with the shield. If you have a wiggly baby who moves their face from side to side when feeding (for whatever idiotic reason), the shield can slide off target or detach. It's easily repositioned though, and most of the time it does stay on. I've gotten so used to adjusting it that it's really no big deal now. Given the amount of moving my baby does, I'm actually surprised the thing manages to stay on as well as it does! Also, it's easy to tell if it has shifted even without looking at it - by how your nipple feels. When it's on target and the baby is sucking, I can really feel the suction and the draw in my nipple. If I don't feel it, then the shield must have shifted, so I check it and readjust if necessary. I can do that in the dark. You really get used to it. You should be aware of its positioning one way or another though, whether by how it feels or by checking, because if it shifts, the baby would be sucking on air and won't get a good feed.
- Leakage. Definitely put a burp cloth under your breast when nursing with the shield. The milk that collects in it can leak out if the shield comes unstuck or the baby falls asleep with their mouth open.
- Contact vs. regular. I would definitely advise you to get the contact shield as opposed to the regular. I don't care so much if the baby's nose touches my skin (its advertising point) - I doubt she cares about my skin - but the actual benefit of it is that it gives the baby more room to breathe. With the full shield, the part that's under the baby's nose tends to come unstuck and flap itself back onto the baby's nose, blocking their breathing. I have one regular shield from the hospital and it's pretty frustrating to use. The baby can't breathe and throws her head back to get some air, yanking the nipple in the process. With the contact shield, that part is cut out so the baby's nose is unobstructed.
UPDATE: 10 and a half months now and I'm still nursing only with the shields. The transition never worked for us, but whatever - the shields are making nursing possible! We've had no problems whatsoever - not with letdown, not with feeding, nothing at all. My boobs and the baby are doing great! She has teeth now and oh am I glad I have shields! :-)
While I was pregnant, a girlfriend of mine gave this to me and said, "Don't ask now, but you'll be thanking me later." Boy was she right. Late one night about a week and a half into the breast feeding realm, I was at my wits end. My nips were, well, in rough shape. No one at the hospital had quite prepared me for just how painful it could get. OMG I felt like a failure! But I remembered that the friend had given this to me and I stumbled to the closet where I had stashed it... and I opened the package...and it has literally saved my breast feeding experience. I still had another painful bout after beginning to use these (perhaps a week into the usage and not nearly as bad as the first meltdown - I would describe this bout as bruising or soreness rather than outright injury), but now three weeks post partum I really feel as though I have turned a corner. I even sent the friend a wine gift basket from my nips as a show of appreciation!
The shield is made of very thin, flexible silicone and has a cutout fo allow the baby's nose to still come in contact with the breast. It reminds me of a bottle nipple but way more pliable. Just figure out what angle you need to position the cutout at, apply it over the nip and you're rolling. The edges do flip up after a while but my son doesnt seem to care. Usually just manually flattening them back down works fine. You are supposed to boil them once a day but I do it every two to three and just wash them with antibacterial soap every day. They dry very quickly. I keep a few placed around the house at my breast feeding "stations."
The baby does seem to prefer the shield to the real thing, which for some may be detracting. But honey, I am no hero and am simply glad to still be able to further the bond with my baby through breast feeding while enjoying pain free nips!
A word about the pain of breast feeding: It flabbergasts me that hospitals aren't doling out nursing aids such as this! Lets all get real here - breast feeding for most women is a painful experience. New stats just came out that said that by six months, less than half of post partum women are still breast feeding. Well if you don't get proper support and aren't warned about the pitfalls, you're definitely going to be set up for failure! Possibly needing to give up on it is the most gult trippy thing I've ever experienced. If lactation consultants could just offer up a few realistic tools for a new mom to put into her arsenal, such as these, way more women would still be breast feeding months later! These shields are that effective!
*** Updated 4/13 ***
I used these shields until my 2.5 month old son started turning away from them (read: he was shouting at my boobs). So, I've gotten him to latch better and I've started pumping here and there, and we aren't having too many issues. But I realized that the shields may have been causing plugged ducts (one every other day, and I haven't gotten a plugged duct since I stopped using the shields) and they were also dramatically slowing down my feeding time. Before it used to take me over an hour to feed my little guy and now it takes max a half hour. Overall I would recommend these shields to a friend who was having problems and I would not hesitate to buy one if I needed it during a rough time, but I want any other ladies who have babies who spend hours at the breast, or have repeated plugged ducts, to consider that it might be the shields.
After washing and after a few uses, it did seem they were a little less “sticky” and didn’t suction on as strong. My baby would constantly pull it off with his mouth or bat it off with his hand, which was frustrating for a new nursing momma because it would dump out milk and I would have to rush to replace it back on as baby was crying to eat. I was desperate to be successful in latching at least a couple times to experience it, but I don’t think it would’ve been a long term solution. I don’t think it’s made to be, either!
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Les recomiendo que se midan bien y aumenten dos mm más de su medida para que no batallen