How To Know What Size Flange For Breast Pump

Camila Farah

All breast pumps come with at least one average sized breast pump flange. Draw in only your nipple and a small portion of your areola. It s a good idea to check the fit of the pump flange from time to time.

Choosing The Right Size Pumping Flanges Also For Breastshields But The Same Measurements Concep Baby Breastfeeding Breastfeeding And Pumping Breastfeeding

Properly fitting breast pump flanges.

You can measure with a standard ruler as long as it has millimeters on it or you can use a nipple ruler specifically designed for measuring flange size which many moms find easier to use. How to find the right flange size. Almost all breast pumps come with a standard size breast flange and the size itself can vary between different brands. Compare the diameter of your nipple to the available flange size options.

Of course not all women fit into the standard sizes. Finding the proper size for a breast flange is based on the diameter of the nipple not the areola the softer pigmented skin around the nipple. This is because the 21 mm shield fits nipples up to 17 mm in diameter. If your nipple measures 16 mm in diameter your recommended breast shield size is 21 mm.

Breast flange fitting guide sizing guide instructions watch as melissa explains how to properly use the sizing guide and why finding the right fit is key for maximizing performance in every pumping session. When the tunnel of the flange is placed on your breast it should only have a few millimeters 3 5 of wiggle room around the nipple. Determine the diameter of your nipple. Note that our personalfit flex breast shields are available in four sizes 21mm 24mm 27mm and 30mm.

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If neither size appears to fit correctly the pump manufacturer should have alternative sizes available for purchase. Most breast pumps come with two different sizes of flange. The standard flange size that comes with your pump can vary between 24 27 mm. Your breasts still feel full after pumping.

Depending on the brand they typically range from 24 mm to 27 mm. Here s what you need to know about breast pump flange sizing and fitting. Once your milk supply has started to increase or after around 5 7 days breasts should feel softer and lighter after pumping. Allow your nipple to move in and out freely without touching or rubbing along the sides.

Measure the diameter of the nipple at the base of the nipple. Well it s the piece of the pump that goes around your breast. The standard flange size is often 24mm but you may need to select smaller or larger flanges based on your measurement. The average flange is between 24 and 27 millimeters mm which corresponds to the size of your nipple but not everyone who breastfeeds will fit these sizes.

Common breast flange size guide. Redness on the nipple or base or a whiteness seen on the nipple or areola may indicate too small a flange. If your nipple diameter measures 24 mm your recommended size would be 30 mm.