Defrosting breast milk
Defrosting method Speed
Antibodies
well in advance at the back
gradual
retains protective properties 100%
of the fridge
in running, lukewarm water
fast
if the water is too hot,
properties may be destroyed
Heating method Correct!
(Difrax) bottle warmer
- heat up to a maximum temperature of 37°C
in a bain-marie
- heat up to a maximum temperature of 37°C
- keep stirring to prevent any hot spots
microwave
- lowest capacity
- remove the teat from the bottle
- always shake twice in between
Heating up breast milk
Breast milk can be safely and easily warmed up in a bain-marie in hot water or with the
Difrax bottle warmer. Heating up breast milk in the microwave is not recommended,
unless you follow the instructions extremely carefully.
Tip:
Use the Difrax S-bottle warmer.
Your breast milk at the right temperature of 37°C
within 3 minutes’ time
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: I have little or no suction, why is this happening?
• Check whether there is any damage to parts and replace them if necessary.
• Check that all components (including the tubes and milk valve) are securely in place.
• Check that the breast pump is switched on. The display should light up.
• Regularly check the milk valve (D6) for small tears. These can affect the operation
of the breast pump. If the milk valve (D6) is damaged, replace it immediately.
• Use the blue valve
O
• When using batteries, replace them.
Question: The breast does not lactate. What can I do?
• See the useful tips on page 11.
Question: My breasts are producing milk, but the bottle is not filling up, what can I do?
• Make sure that the pump
A
is in a lower position than your breast.
• Check that the inner shell
C
is firmly pressed to the breast and that a vacuum is created.
Press outer shell
B
gently to stimulate a vacuum.
• Check that your bra is not blocking the flow of milk through milk tube
E
.
• Check whether the milk valve is clogged.
Tip:
Place the milk tube between your breasts in the middle of your bra.
Question: It hurts when I use the breast pump, why is this happening?
• If your breasts are tensed up, massage them gently. If your nipple is pressed against
the back of outer shell
B
, switch to a smaller shell (see page 8). If this does not solve
the problem, contact our Customer Service department
www.difrax.com.
• If the pain does not go away, consult your doctor or lactation expert.
Question: Milk has entered air tube
F
, is this a problem?
• No, this is nothing to worry about. In this case, rinse the tube with water and leave
to dry before use.
Question: Milk has entered pump
A
, is this a problem?
• Stop expressing, remove the shell from your breast, disconnect air tube
F
from pump
A
and leave pump
A
on the lowest setting for 10 minutes. This will draw the milk out of
pump
A
. Pump
A
may make a heavy noise when you first start using it, but this will
not affect its operation.
Question: There is condensation in the air tube, is this a problem?
• No, this is not a problem, make sure the tube is dried out thoroughly after use
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