Medela BabyWeigh User manual

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BabyWeighTM scale
parents’ instructions

Congratulations on making
the decision to breastfeed your baby!
Research shows that mothers’ milk provides babies
with the ideal nutrition for growth and extra
protection from infection, allergies and some chronic
diseases. Sustaining breastfeeding requires
commitment on your part, but these efforts represent
an important contribution to your baby’s health.

Table of Contents
Why use the BabyWeighTM scale?....................................... 1
What if my baby needs additional milk temporarily? ........... 1
What is Test-Weighing?..................................................... 2
What is unique about the BabyWeigh scale? ..................... 3
Are there any safety precautions with Test-Weighing? ....... 4
How do I perform Test-Weights?....................................... 5
How should Test-Weights be recorded?............................ 6
How do I know if my baby needs additional milk?.............. 6
How long will I need to use the BabyWeigh scale? ............ 7
Additional questions about Test-Weighing ....................8-10
Closing comments........................................................... 10
Performing Test-Weights with the BabyWeigh scale ...11-12
Milk Intake Record Sample .........................................13-19

The BabyWeigh scale operates with
an electrical adapter or with 6 “C”
alkaline batteries.
Assembly of the BabyWeigh™scale
is easy. A single screw joins the tray
base to the digital display unit. For
easy cleaning, the top tray slides on
and off with a snap/release button.
snap/release button
electrical adapter input
For further information on the operation of the BabyWeigh scale,
see the operator’s manual.
Assembly of the
BabyWeighTM
scale