Did anyone use these shields with a hands free pumping bra?
852607
Yes, I use these with the Simple Wishes hands free pumping bra and it works wonderfully. Going on 9 months of EBF and pumping while I'm at work and I owe it all to that bra and these shields!!
852608
yes, I tried to. I wasn't a fan of the hands free pumping bra, it is difficult to make adjustments to the shields once bra is in place.
1749656
Honestly, the 24 mm shields don't work with MOST breasts. However, there is a great aftermarket product that does work with the Avent Isis pump and every pumping mom should own anyhow. www.pumpinpal.com (no, I do not own the company -- just a satisfied customer!) The shields fit into the Avent shields and they actually "engulf" more breast tissue than a standard shield so you'll find you get more milk anyhow. Highly, highly recommended. I get so much more milk with the Avent Isis/Pumpin Pal combination than even with a rented Medela Symphony and the Pumpin Pal Super Shields. The Avent Isis is SO worth it -- you just need to buy the aftermarket shields (also, get a Simple Wishes bra!)
658009
**As far as the niplettes slipping off, get a $1 tube of personal lubricant. You put it on the entire area, then put the niplette over it. It creates a seal that was strong enough for me to sleep in! Yes! I started using mine as soon as I found out I was pregnant. The longer/more often each session you use them, the faster/better the long term effect will be. I've had flat/inverted nipples my whole life, just never knew the terminology. After 6 children and only the last baby bf successfully for 6 months ONLY because I wore breast shells 24/7 before delivery and for 6 months after, I was determined to bf again... With a lot less trouble! These are great!
1061451
yes. my bra is from 'pump ease' and it works fine. I am pretty sure these would work with most styles of pumping bra
96479
I do wear mine with ordinary bra's. And I also swim in them. Hope this helps. be sure and get the glue so it stay's in place.
1440528
Yes, you can go hands free if you have the special pumping bra to hold it in place. I initially tried making my homemade version out of an old sports bra, but it was too loose to effectively hold it in place (especially once the bottle started filling up with milk, it gets heavier as you pump). So if you do try to convert your own sports bra, make sure it's a very tight/snug fitting bra to hold it in place.
1331388
I didn't have that particular brand of pumping bra but I used it with my homemade pumping bra( I just use a sports bra with holes cut in it) and it works. It is a little trickier to get the flange through the hole because it is attached to the valve piece, unlike the medela flanges that detach from the valve portion, but I was able to do it with a little bit of wiggling. If the hole on the bra is very small with no give it might be difficult, you might have to cut the holes larger or get a different hands free solution.
463002
I have a heart rate monitor with a chest strap--it goes UNDER your boobs not over. I am large breasted too, it's not an issue.
931997
Hi, I have used it with the earmuffs wrapped around the back of my head instead of over the top, however it is a bit tight & I find it better for me using ear plugs instead. BTW, Great face shield, the best I have ever used!
1554671
They will, though not perfectly! Honestly if you want better pumping comfort, I would recommend a set of Pumpinpal flanges at http://www.pumpinpal.com/. They are reasonably priced and make pumping so much more comfortable! Not only that the owner and inventor will work with you if you cannot afford them, all you need to do is email him and you will find a link to his email on the site. Happy Pumping!
680422
They are more bulky so they can hold more liquid, but I do not find them uncomfortable. The shields are thin but only good for dribbles not serious leakage. The guards are better than diapers if urine is your only issue. I have had them leak when I have more larger liquid quantity but I still like them the best. Easy to change and insert a dry one.
799663
They are detachable, and other sizes are available seperately. The kit comes with a medium sized breast shield.
1891819
I am using one because of a Mastectomy and it has given me my full C. I would say yes it should work. I will warn you however that the breast forms are rather heavy and the nipple is VERY pronounced. In fact, I had to cut the nipple down because it made it difficult in wearing Tshirts. I tried a band aid but that did not work. I don't know if I would purchase this brand again because of the heaviness and nipples. Hope this helps.
214265
No unfortunately it isn't a "hand free" type of pump. BUT i will say this i would pump for maybe 5-10 mins and was done. I'd get about 3-4 ounces from each side and it worked great. Was really fast and comfortable.
1260553
Yes! But you can use it without a bra too. This can still works if you wear something like a tank top or something little tight, the idea is you need something to hold it against your breast.
2232152
yes - these are great. i've tried other brands' breastshields with their pumps and they didn't work very well. BUT, these medela shields worked great for me with the harmony
2040949
Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, the Born Free Breast Pump Adapter does not fit the Spectra Breast Pump.