Medela Breast Shells For Sore Nipples (1 pair) 8211 Made in Switzerland

Medela Breast Shells For Sore Nipples are breast shells designed specifically to help with sore nipples, they offer protection that allows the nipple to heal.Medela Breast Shells feature a soft, flexible back for exceptional support. They adapt to the shape of your breast. The Breast Shells have a low-profile design for a natural appearance under clothes. Provide protection until nipples heal Soft, flexible backs for exceptional comfort Low-profile design for a natural appearance under clothes Holes allow air ventilation to nipples for faster healing Collects milk leaks (not to be fed to baby) This product contains 1 pair of breast shells (2 pc). Benefits of Breast Shells The soft, flexible, BPA-free silicone membranes feel comfortable on the skin and adapt to the shape of your breast. Breast Shells help prevent friction from clothing, reducing discomfort and promoting healing through air circulation. The Medela Breast Shells allow unique wearingcomfort. Thediscreet shape and the flexible silicone membrane,which isgentle on the skin, mean that they are pleasantand invisibleto wear.The ventilation holes in the top of the shells allow air to circulate,thus preventing humidity and promoting healing.The Breast Shells protects sore nipples from further chafing(incorrectpositioning of the babys mouth around the breastcould be a reason for the soreness). Milk leakage is simultaneouslycollected. The shells can be worn continuously betweenbreastfeedingsessions. If soreness becomes severe or persists,consult a physician or lactation consultant. Avoid wearingat night to prevent tender spots. Assembly and UsePut the silicone membrane on the shell. Be sure it snaps onall the way around. Place the assembled Breast Shells insideyour bra with the opening in the silicone membrane centeredover your nipple. The ventilation holes in the shell must pointupwards. We recommendwearing a nursing bra when usinga shell; nursing bras are roomier and the shell will fit morecomfortably. Caution: Do not feed the breast milk collected in the shellto the baby. Discard this milk. Cleaning InstructionsBefore first use and subsequently once dailyPlace the separated parts in a small pan filled with cold water.Distilledwater is recommended if tap water is used, a teaspoonof citric acid may be added to the water to avoid abuild-up of limescale. Bring the water to boil and allow it tocontinue boilingfor approximately 5 minutes. Drain off thewater and place the parts on a clean cloth to dry. After each useSeparate the parts. Shells and membranes should be washedwith a mild cleaning solution, rinsed thoroughly in cold waterand dried on a clean cloth. NoteShells and membranes can be put in a dishwasher or autoclave. MaterialShell: Polypropylene / Silicone membrane: Silicone