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Frequently asked questions:
- Is using a breast pump painful?
Whatever happens, using a breast pump should never be painful. Do not set the suction power at too high a level, this will not
generate larger quantities of milk. If using the breast pump is painful, reduce the suction or consult a breastfeeding professional.
- I can't manage to express my milk
Using a breast pump is a habit that needs to be acquired and you may need to try several times. Don't be discouraged if you
cannot manage it first time. If after a few minutes you are still not successful, try again later. Our advice section will also help
you prepare yourself in the best possible way.
- How long does it take to express my milk?
Times can be extremely variable depending on your physiology. Allow approximately 10 to 15 minutes for a 150 ml bottle.
- How often should I express my milk?
When you temporarily stop breastfeeding your child or when it is impossible to do so but you want to maintain your milk pro-
duction, you must keep to the natural feeding rhythm. Therefore, express your milk at least 4 to 5 times per day.
In all other circumstances you can express your milk in a totally individual manner and according to your needs.
- When I pump milk from one breast I lose a lot of milk from the other breast, what should I do?
This is normal because when you use a breast pump you stimulate the milk let down reflex for both breasts at the same time.
Tigex advises you to use protective breastfeeding shells. Placed on the other breast when using a breast pump, they enable
you to collect then keep milk that is expressed. Make sure you sterilise them properly before using them and transfer the milk
collected immediately.
- Which breast should I use for pumping milk?
As for breastfeeding, milk may be expressed alternately from both breasts. Change breast when milk flow is less or reduces.
Suction must be long enough to make sure you collect hindmilk which is the most nourishing for baby.
- When should I pump my milk?
In order to pump your milk so as to create a reserve, it is better to wait until lactation is well established, after 4 to 5 weeks ap-
proximately. Preferably express your milk 30 to 60 minutes after feeding and at least one hour before the next feed to be sure
you have enough milk for baby at feeding time. Never express your milk just before a feed if you are still offering the breast.
- My breast pump is not working
Check that the batteries are installed and operating correctly or that the mains adapter is plugged in properly.
You should be aware that the breast pump stops automatically if it is at too much of an angle, in order to prevent milk from not
flowing into the bottle: reposition the breast pump vertically.
You should also be aware that if the bottle is too full and the milk covers the lip valve this can block the operation of the breast
pump: use an empty bottle.
Also check that the lip valve is positioned correctly and that it is not torn or has a hole in it: if this is the case, contact our cus-
tomer service for a replacement.
Meaning of the symbols
used on the device:
In the motor unit (battery compartment)
Symbol
Meaning
• When inserting batteries, check for
correct pole alignment
• Do not dispose of batteries or the
pump with household waste
• Refer to the operating instructions
•
• Serial number
On the motor unit
• Model name
• Complies with all the requirements
of applicable EC directives
• Electrically protected device,
Protection Class II
• Refer to accompanying documents
Refer to accompanying documents
• Direct current 4,5V, max. 0,5 A
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