Using a breast pump takes practice.You may need to make several attempts before you
succeed, but because ISIS iQ UNO is so simple and comfortable to use, you will soon
get used to expressing milk.
1. Choose a quiet time when you’re not rushed and
unlikely to be disturbed.
2. Having your baby or a photograph of your baby
nearby can help encourage your milk to flow.
3. Warmth and relaxation can also help so you might
like to try expressing after a warm bath or shower.
4. Placing a warm cloth on your breasts for a few
minutes before you start pumping can encourage
your milk flow and soothe painful breasts.
5. Try expressing from one breast while your baby
is feeding from the other, or continue expressing
just after a feed.
6. Repositioning the pump on your breast from time
to time can help stimulate your milk ducts.
7. Some women may prefer to use the pump without the Let-down Massage Cushion.
However, it has been shown that, in most cases, the massaging effect of the petals
flexing in and out around the areola stimulates the let-down reflex and allows you
to express more milk, faster.
8. To relieve engorgement, we recommend gentle, slow pumping to relieve
the pressure.
Practice with your pump to find the best pumping techniques for you. Don’t worry
if your milk doesn’t flow immediately, relax and continue pumping.
CAUTION: IF AFTER 5 MINUTES NO RESULT IS ACHIEVED,TRY AGAIN AT ANOTHER TIME
OF DAY. IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY PAIN IN THE BREAST AREA, STOP AND CONSULT YOUR
BREASTFEEDING ADVISOR.
How much milk can you expect?
On average you will need to pump for 10 minutes to express 60-125mls or 2-4ozs
of milk. However, this is just a guide and varies from woman to woman. If you find that
you regularly express more than 125mls/4ozs of milk per session, attach a 260ml/9oz
milk container to the pump body.
Hints to help you succeed
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