Crane EE-9003, Manual

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Preparing to pump
So, your pump is clean, sterilized, assembled and you’ve familiarized yourself
with the controls. Now it’s time to start pumping.
Be prepared - Make sure you have everything you need for the 30 minutes or so.
Have a glass of water and a snack in arms reach a cloth for any spills. Do you
have your phone charged, or something else to read, watch or listen to.
You can do this! Take a breath and relax. Whether this is your first time using
your pump or you’ve done it many times…just take a moment to relax, think
about your baby and know you’ve got this.
See & hear your baby - Many moms find that pumping is more successful if they
have the right sensory cues. Watching a video or seeing a picture of your baby
may be enough to help your milk let down. Listening to a recording of your baby
or having an item of clothing that has their smell may also help to get your milk
flowing.
The power of routine - Your body will also respond to the familiarities of how
and where you pump, so expressing at the same times of day helps your body
know what is expected.
Get comfortable – Pumping where you normally feed your baby can be a good
cue for your body. Try to choose a chair or position that takes care of your neck
and back. Supporting your breast with a cushion may help too, particularly if you
are expressing from both breasts at once
and need a hand free.
Using Your Crane Pump
Remove the dust cover – Always remove the dust cover before you start to
pump.
Position the breast shield
- Massage around your breast, then position your
nipple in the center of the silicone 3D cushion.