Tommee Tippee Made for Me Nipple Shields for Breastfeeding Mums, Soft, Flexible Silicone, Protects Sore and Cracked Nipples, Pack of 2

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Nipple shields come in different sizes based on the size of your nipples. Ask your PHN or midwife for advice on how to measure properly. Close monitoring will help them decide if you're ready to start breastfeeding directly from your breast. Other nipple and breast products For safety and hygiene reasons it is recommended that the nipple shield is replaced at least every 2 months.

The Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Nipple Shields are made from ultra-thin, soft silicone which is odourless and tasteless for the baby. The shields are also BPA-free for total reassurance. Nipple shields might be recommended if there are problems positioning and attaching (latching) your baby to your breast. Once you have your measurement in millimetres, add 4mm to this measurement. This is because it’s better to have a larger breast shield diameter than your nipple base size so that when your breast pump is used and creates a vacuum, it’ll make your nipple slightly larger. Having a gap of about 4mm between your nipple and the breast shield allows for your nipple to expand comfortably while you’re pumping. So, if your nipple base measures 20mm across, the correct horn size for you is 24mm.Your nipple should be centred in the middle and move freely in and out of the tunnel while you pump without causing rubbing, redness, or pain. It was in the early 60s that a British business man discovered Tommee Tippee and set up a manufacturing unit in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK to produce the baby feeding products of cups and accessories. The original cup was designed by a Doctor with a weighted base which prevented it ‘tippping’ over and was embellished with a picture of a dog owned by the plastic company’s producers called ‘Tommee’; hence the name Tommee Tippee. Today the brand is the number one in the UK and Australian baby essentials market with approximately 65% of its overall sales coming via distribution in international markets reaching over 40 countries. In 2020 it won the'Parenting Brand of the Year' by Made for Mums. Ask your public health nurse (PHN), midwife or lactation consultant for advice before using them. When you might need nipple shields

Before you get started, it’s best to make sure that your nipple is full size. You can do this by gently rolling it between your thumb and finger or by putting something cold on it.

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They can provide short-term help with breastfeeding problems but can cause your body to produce less milk. Before you pump, you should use a ruler or measuring tape to find the diameter of the base of your nipple in millimetres. You should only measure your nipple on its own, don’t include your areola (the outer edge around your nipple).