How much breast are you supposed to be able to pull into the cup? Will they still cause growth and gain even if the breast is only slightly inflated?
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You should be able to pull all of your breast tissue into the cup. As far as the growth/gain I really can't answer you on that as I have only started to use this manual pump system. I have used the Brava system and it worked but it was a constant "pumping" and you had to wear it for 10 hours at a time for 70 days. I did gain but lost it again when I stopped using it. My motor broke and I have started a new program and needed another pump so that is why I purchased this manual one to try. Try using this one this way, inflate as much as you can without hurting,leave on for maybe 7 minutes and the remove and massage for 2 min with your massage cream,repeat this for an hour. You should be able to pull all of your breast tissue into the cup. As far as the growth/gain I really can't answer you on that as I have only started to use this manual pump system. I have used the Brava system and it worked but it was a constant "pumping" and you had to wear it for 10 hours at a time for 70 days. I did gain but lost it again when I stopped using it. My motor broke and I have started a new program and needed another pump so that is why I purchased this manual one to try. Try using this one this way, inflate as much as you can without hurting,leave on for maybe 7... » Read More You should be able to pull all of your breast tissue into the cup. As far as the growth/gain I really can't answer you on that as I have only started to use this manual pump system. I have used the Brava system and it worked but it was a constant "pumping" and you had to wear it for 10 hours at a time for 70 days. I did gain but lost it again when I stopped using it. My motor broke and I have started a new program and needed another pump so that is why I purchased this manual one to try. Try using this one this way, inflate as much as you can without hurting,leave on for maybe 7 minutes and the remove and massage for 2 min with your massage cream,repeat this for an hour. « Show Less
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You should be able to pull all of your breast tissue into the cup. As far as the growth/gain I really can't answer you on that as I have only started to use this manual pump system. I have used the Brava system and it worked but it was a constant "pumping" and you had to wear it for 10 hours at a time for 70 days. I did gain but lost it again when I stopped using it. My motor broke and I have started a new program and needed another pump so that is why I purchased this manual one to try. Try using this one this way, inflate as much as you can without hurting,leave on for maybe 7 minutes and the remove and massage for 2 min with your massage cream,repeat this for an hour.
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Consistency is the key for growth. Two hours pumping in the morning and two at night. Expect a reasonable amount of soreness when you get started and each time you push a little harder after your breast have gotten used to it, like exercise. And make toj just get the right size. Don't try to save money in getting the size you think you'll soon fit into. It'll justake things difficult. And preferably get silicone rings to fit or second choice foam. Makes the indention from pumping smoother
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It definitely takes some practice. But, to be fair it's never really 'full'. I have a super heavy flow and I've never seen the cup be more than half filled, even after wearing it all night. Some tips which are kind of odd that work for me. If you use your vaginal muscles to help push it out and you gently pinch it, it's much easier to get out. Also, just remove it slowly and you'll be able to keep it upright. And,...don't be discouraged. It's an awesome alternative but takes some getting used to. Good luck!
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No. I am a 38 DD typically. So of course breast feeding enlarged them. This pump was horrible & I ended up paying for a different one. I now have medela & it works so much better. W this I got 1 oz from both sides. Medela- 7-10 oz both sides.
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Such a loaded question... However...They are a little on the heavy side, and the cups are a little big. They also grip kind of tightly. Probably a bit much for 5 and under.
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I normally use large and there is a little room left in the cup. I've never used extra large so I'm not sure how much bigger they are.
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In my opinion these would not work without a bra bc they are slightly thick/heavy. You need a bra to hold them in place.
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I wish I would have been smart enough to ask this! Our daughter is exclusively breastfed, and I never needed to use a bottle until she was about a month old. At that point, the smaller (4oz) bottles were more than big enough. But starting at about 3 months old, she needs between 4 and 5 oz to satisfy her. My biggest bit of advice would be to NOT overfill the small bottle. They will leak! I just assumed that if 5 oz would fit, it would be fine. No. I know that was a really long answer! I don't think babies ever need more than 8 oz of milk or formula at once, so they should not grow out of the 8 oz bottles. On a side note, we love these bottles! She never gets gassy from them, and she transitions from boob to bottle seamlessly! Congrats and good luck!
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These are slightly concave to the point of being almost flat. It will never be a replacement for the real breast lost due to cancer but it's close enough. The only negative I find is that they are a little heavy and the nipple protrudes a little too much to my taste. After cutting the nipple down just a little it fits great in my bra. I am wearing a 36C teardrop shape. I find this to be the more natural shape for me because of it giving a little padding under the arm. (More natural looking) Good Luck!
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If you were to double-pump, then pumping with one bag and then a bottle would work fine. I usually just pump one breast at a time. Often, I do pump into a bottle then pour into the bags though. I have poured from one bag to another with ease, but only if one has a lot more. I don't want to waste one.
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I don't have a definite answer for you as a customer and what these can do for you. I will say these are rather flat on the back side, that which is against the chest. The ability of the form to cover or wrap the breast may be limited as I have a very flat chest and have no need for that consideration. You may be better off looking at inserts or cup-size enhancers rather than full sized forms to get the effect and size you are looking for.
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Hello Thank you for your question. Somewhere between 1.5 cups and 2 cups. You may want to experiment a little. Some people prefer a thicker growth and some people prefer a little thinner.
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I bought the size A since I have had two children. I still leak a bit, but that is because it fills up and overflows. I love my Moon Cup, I just wish I had known about it years ago.
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It's very conservative to mimic your breast flow. It's just for baby when the pull becomes stronger say about 3/4 months.
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Sorry. I can't help you. The nipples I purchased were quickly abandoned by both the chicks and me because they didn't work as advertised.
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It has nothing to do with your breast size, but rather your nipples girth. Think of the diameter of just the nipple in millimeters.
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I have to second Michelle's post. I LOVE my Isis Duo pump & use it 6 times a day---it really pumps out my milk! My breasts grew form 33DD to 33H and my nipples were becoming bruised in the Isis. I removed the petals which helped, but didn't solve the problem. I read about the Pumpin Pal during a late night of very painful pumping & ordered them. They are incredible! The XL encases about half of my breast tissue which seems to pull out even more milk--and the pumping tube is now so long that my nipples don't hit anything--they just extract milk. It's the best complement to the ISIS. I also have the Simple Wishes bra which is also a great product and allows you to go hands free in pumping. Good luck! I have to second Michelle's post. I LOVE my Isis Duo pump & use it 6 times a day---it really pumps out my milk! My breasts grew form 33DD to 33H and my nipples were becoming bruised in the Isis. I removed the petals which helped, but didn't solve the problem. I read about the Pumpin Pal during a late night of very painful pumping & ordered them. They are incredible! The XL encases about half of my breast tissue which seems to pull out even more milk--and the pumping tube is now so long that my nipples don't hit anything--they just extract milk. It's the best complement to the ISIS. I also... » Read More I have to second Michelle's post. I LOVE my Isis Duo pump & use it 6 times a day---it really pumps out my milk! My breasts grew form 33DD to 33H and my nipples were becoming bruised in the Isis. I removed the petals which helped, but didn't solve the problem. I read about the Pumpin Pal during a late night of very painful pumping & ordered them. They are incredible! The XL encases about half of my breast tissue which seems to pull out even more milk--and the pumping tube is now so long that my nipples don't hit anything--they just extract milk. It's the best complement to the ISIS. I also have the Simple Wishes bra which is also a great product and allows you to go hands free in pumping. Good luck! « Show Less
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Yes, it actually works better when you are not breastfeeding. I have only been able to use them a little because I have milk. When there is no milk, the "latch" from the nipplettes will be better and therefore Work better.