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6. TIPS ABOUT PUMPING
n Familiarize yourself with the pump and parts prior to use.
n The most important part of successful pumping is the let-down reex. This is
when your breastmilk begins to ow freely. Warm wet compresses applied to the
breasts and gentle, circular massaging of the breasts prior to and/or during a
pumping session can help encourage this natural reex.
n Try to choose a time to pump when you are not rushed and will not be interrupted.
Trying to relax and thinking of your baby or looking at a photo of your baby can
also be helpful when pumping your breastmilk.
n Overall a pumping session can last about 20-30 minutes but it depends on your
body. Remember, successful pumping is a learned art. Early practice sessions
may be shorter or longer than stated here and may result in a small amount of
breastmilk collected, but that does not mean your body is not making enough
milk or that you are doing anything wrong. Milk is produced on a supply and
demand basis and pumping your breasts regularly in addition to nursing your
baby stimulates and maintains your breastmilk supply.
n If breastfeeding problems occur, call your physician, an International Board
Certied Lactation Consultant, or breastfeeding counselor for an in-person
consultation.
n You may pump one breast while nursing the baby on the other. This allows you
to maximize pumping effectiveness using the let-down reex stimulated by your
baby’s suckling.
n Make sure the tunnel of the breast ange is tilted slightly downward to allow your
breastmilk to ow naturally toward the bottle.
7. TROUBLESHOOTING FOR THE
LANSINOH®MANUAL BREAST PUMP
Lack of Suction / Decreased Suction
If it feels like the suction has decreased, try the following:
n Make sure that all pump parts have been properly dried and properly assembled.
n Inspect the white valve for a tear or pinhole. This component is critical to achieving
proper suction. If necessary, replace the white valve with the spare valve provided
with the pump.
n Ensure that the silicone diaphragm and stem is tted securely to the pump body
and a perfect seal is created.
n Ensure that the ComfortFit™ Flange is tted securely to the ange body and a
perfect seal is created.
n If your nipple is unable to be centered within the tunnel of the ange without
rubbing, you may need the larger size ComfortFit™ ange included in the pack.
No Breastmilk Expressed
If you are not successful in expressing any milk, try the following:
n Make sure that all the parts have been properly dried and assembled and that
proper suction is created.
n Try to relax as successful pumping is a learned art and may take several practice
attempts to get started. Gentle breast massage before and during pumping can
also aid in milk let-down and ow.
n Please refer to the “Tips About Pumping” section.
Pain When Pumping
If you are experiencing pain when expressing breastmilk, try the following:
n You may be pumping too hard. It may not be necessary to use all of the suction
that the pump can generate. Try depressing the handle half way.
n You may need a larger or smaller ange. Try the other ange included in this
package. Consult your lactation consultant for an assessment and sizing.
n Consult your physician, breastfeeding advisor or lactation consultant.
Precautions: When feeding expressed breastmilk:
n DO NOT MICROWAVE BREASTMILK! Microwaving alters the composition
of the milk and may also create “hot spots” in the milk that could burn the
infant.
n Always test the temperature of any liquid before feeding your baby.
nDo not let a child take a bottle to bed or self feed.
n To prevent possible choking hazard, test strength of the nipple by pulling
on the bulb portion. Discontinue use if any tear or crack appears.
Lost or Broken Parts
Spare parts are available through Lansinoh® Customer Service at 800-292-4794 or
on our website at www.lansinoh.com/store.
If you are still experiencing problems, please contact Lansinoh® Customer Service at
800-292-4794 or contact your physician or breastfeeding advisor.
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