Medela Mini-SpecialNeeds, Instructions For Use Manual

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Helpful Hints
Teat not refilling properly
If you are using thickened feed or additives and the teat
becomes floppy, unscrew the collar and check that the air-
groove in the disc has not become blocked by sediment. You
may need to use finger pressure to help the flow of feed. The
teat will also not fill properly if the disc is upside down.
Bubbles of air in teat
If air is entering the teat as you feed, tilt the container a little
more so that feed completely covers the valve membrane and
disc. Sometimes on maximum flow, the baby’s sucking action
may cause an occasional bubble of air to enter via the
mouthpiece. If this happens often, set the flow to just below
maximum.
When to use the SpecialNeeds ™ or Mini-SpecialNeeds ™
The Mini-SpecialNeeds was designed for smaller or premature
infants. Consult with your physician or other health care
provider for advice on which product to use for your baby.
Feeder leaking
If the feeder leaks, check that the feeder has been correctly
assembled. The stud of the valve membrane must be properly
inserted through the hole in the disc. The collar must be firmly
screwed onto the container. Make sure the feed is not too hot.
The feeder is designed for use with room temperature feed and
should not be used with hot liquids.