For those of you with flat nipples, were you able to wean off the nipple shield? If so, when and how did you do it?
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If you aren't able to wean off the shield, don't worry. You can continue using it for as long as you need to, even all the way. I've been using it since the beginning, for 4 months now. I kept trying to wean off of it at the beginning but we were both getting too frustrated, so I gave up. She's starting to bite now so I'm glad I have the shield!Update: 10 and a half months now, and still using the shield. No problems whatsoever, milk supply has been great, the baby is doing great. She has teeth now so I'm REALLY glad I have the shield!
444692
I tried like crazy to get my little guy to latch. I had to use the shield to even make it work. I would try to pump and then get him to latch, and no such luck. I was never able to wean him off it. :( it only lasted three months though I ended up drying up, I don't think it was caused by the shield. I also found that the Medela therashells helped draw mine out some, wear them between feedings they also helped lots! Good luck!
444693
I would offer breast before feeding and she would get frustrated what worked for us is offering bare breast when switching to second breast. This kept baby from getting upset fast and in turn helped with my anxiety. When she started to get a hold of it (a few days) I started to just offer bare breast first and one day she just latched and we haven't used it since.
1808858
My son hasnt used it yet...I didn't think it would be difficult for him but since he's exclusively breast fed he's doesn't care for it. Sorry can't be more helpful
2119004
I would get one to err on the side of caution. My lactation consultants were very helpful and offered me one of these. I don't know if you have an LC or how breastfeeding friendly your providers will be or how willing they'll be to work with you. Not knowing your situation, I'd say to get a shield just in case. It has been a lifesaver for me.
799661
Sorry it took a few days to answer this - I had to check since it had been so long! You can absolutely switch out the breast shields. The same yellow piece with the white membrane can be changed to the different shields. Good luck & happy pumping!
296967
Yes, these nipples worked very well for my grandson. The shape of the nipple is more like Momma than others. I would highly recommend these nipples.
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Wide base nipples are like all other nipples a hole the the milk drips threw and is sucked out of the Calma is hard to explain in a message but it is like your breastfeeding nothing comes out unless there is suction. My daughter wouldn't take ANY bottle or nipple until we used the Calma
1233207
That works too. I had to do that because the nipple that came with it was choking my granddaughter also it is very long nipple an d made her gag. I switched it out with slow flow and it still works.
658010
**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! **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... » Read More **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! « Show Less
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When using suction hold them in place till they start to go inside cups when they are snug inside you can let go and the cups will stay in place proceed to suction till either nipple is at end of cup if it feels uncomfortable stop before that point hope this helps you
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I want to say yes! I am not 100% sure but it seemed me as they were. Because when u bought level 1 nipples from another brand it would pour less than with this nipple. I used it for my new born he was fine with it he got used to it with out a problem. They are so convenient!
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Hi - our bottles have a substantially wider neck (designed for easy cleaning) and as such, our nipples won't fit into other brands. Thanks!
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I didnt feel like it! You need to clean two nipples instead of one and that is all! I used Tommee Tippee for my first baby and that yes it was a meticulous cleaning (bad) however, loved the fact my child didn't have gas colic though!
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Nope. That's why we switched. They're intended for single use. If you sterilize them, they will warp out of shape, and maybe even leach? Go with silicone nipples instead. They can be boiled, nuked and reused over and over. We wound up buying a salvo of Even Flow glass bottles with silicone nipples. They work like a champ.
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Yes. Just check out YouTube. 3 m clear bra removal is all I searched and got multiple responses.
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Hi Maulana, I'd say it depends more in the nipple size rather than the breast size. The shield is quite flexible and soft, but the hole for the nipple is fixed size. But I think it is big enough for most nipple size unless for extra big nipple. Hope this will answer your question.
1944142
The breast area is not so much flat as it is not formed. The flatness issue comes more from not having the heaviness shape that is at the bottom of the breast. You have the ability to get the right measurements though. It worked out well because I was able to get the right size/measurement by adjusting the dials, and then put one of my bras on it (then filled the cups) to get the right shape. It provides a good base you can then add to if needed. I think the breast area would provide a good slope to start you off in shaping.
547260
I'm afraid I'm not much help to you. I used these nipples to feed a orphan puppy. I did have it on a 4 oz baby bottle (if that helps).