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Question About Cleaning Tubing for Medela Breast Pump
Asked by L.S. from Los Angeles
on April 13, 2009
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Hey mamas - any recommendations on cleaning the tubing for the Medela breast pump? How and how often?
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- I always use the steam bags with 4 oz of water. Hang to dry overnight. : )
- i never cleaned my tubing for my medella. only air passes through it. however sometimes condensation would get in there and i would have to hang it straight up and dow...
- Call Medela on their 800 #. They are so helpful. I thought I was going to have to buy a whole new pump with baby #2 because my pump wasn't working right. They taugh...
Medela Pump Tubing
Asked by R.C. from Milwaukee
on October 11, 2008
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I have the In Style breast pump from Medela. I'm having a hard time cleaning the tubing. They get full of condensation and then start to mold. I run the pump after ...
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- After you replace your tubing and if/when you do get condensation in it again...try taking it outside and whipping it like you are Indian Jones! =) Worked every time...
- I had that problem and had to buy a new set of tubing. Try running the pump for a couple minutes after each pump sometimes up to about 10-15 min. good luck
- Submerge tubing in a container or sink with bleach and HOT water for few hours...could also use a pipe cleaner. I did put mine (years ago) in a dishwasher..did ok ther...
Tubing Discoloration
Asked by T.S. from Portland
on December 4, 2008
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My tubing for my breast pump looks as if it has mold (little black spots) at the end. I know that I have not dried the tubing completely on more than a few occasions. ...
Medela Pump
Asked by B.B. from Detroit
on June 25, 2010
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I feel really stupid, but I can't figure out how to attach the tube to the Medela breast shield (I bought the one that comes with the valves).
I have been using an ...
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- I believe there are 2 types of tubing they sell - one that's all rubber and one that's rubber but has hard plastic on one end. The hard plastic would fit into the hole...
- You can try contacting Medela directly for assistance. They can sell you parts separately. You can also check with a local Lactation Consultant. She might be able to h...
- Go to www.medela.com, click on products and find the particular Pump in Style that you use (backpack, shoulder bag, etc.). Once on the product page for your style, the...
Problems with Medela Pumps?
Asked by T.A. from Dover
on December 1, 2009
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Here's a question for other nursing/working moms. I have a Medela 'Pump n style' backpack pump. Thus far it has served me well. I'm on baby number 2, he's 3 months, an...
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- The only new suggestion I have is to check that the front cover plate is securely locked in place. I had the same problem once and pressing that face plate in securel...
- The membranes need to be replaced regularly and if they are not closing properly, your suction won't be much. A thorough cleaning also helps. Otherwise, failing th...
- DO NOT GO BUY ANOTHER PUMP! you need a new membrane... the tiny flexible white piece, about the size of a dime. they get a bit born out after a while... i usually buy ...
Cleaning Wipes for Breast/nipple and for Medela Pump Parts and Storage Bags
Asked by N.B. from New York
on September 30, 2008
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Hi,
I'm stocking up for breastfeeding supplies and wanted to know...
Do I have to use the cleansing pads specifically sold to clean your breast before breastfeeding ...
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- Just wanted to add a note about Lansinoh cream - try to only use it when you really need it e.g. when you first start breastfeeding & when your nipples are very dry. ...
- I breastfed my son for a year, nursing when I could and pumping and leaving bottles for my husband and caregivers when necessary. I really liked the medela storage bag...
- I used the Medela bags for the first few months, and then switched to the Lansinoh because they held more. Both were exactly the same, functionally. Technically, you...
Looking for Medela Hoses for My Pump-in-Style - Where to Buy???
Asked by L.A. from Raleigh
on September 18, 2008
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Hey ladies - My hoses for my Pump-in-Style Medela breastpump are looking ragged. I've tried steam cleaning them in the microwave bags, but that doesn't really help. I ...
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- I was able to get tubing at the Women's Birth and Wellness Center Boutique in Chapel Hill. It's a great little store with lots of breastfeeding-related things, and ver...
- I ordered a set on Amazon.com and received them yesterday.
- You can buy them separately, you probably just need to contact a lactation specialist in the area and she will probably have some. I got mine from a lady that rented m...
Cleaning a Breast Pump
Asked by J.P. from Boise
on December 16, 2010
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Hello smart mommas. I am hoping that you either know of a product out there that I don't know about, or have more creativity than I do. You know in the breast pumps ...
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- I'm not sure exactly what you're talking about...inside the tubing?? If it's inside the tubing then sanitize the tubing either on the stove or in the microwave. Take...
- Some bottle brushes have the detachable 'nipple cleaner', I used to use that on my pump, it's pretty good about getting those nooks and crannies. Also, maybe try a too...
- You can get spare parts to replace the pieces that are problems without having to by a whole new pump. See http://www.bosombuddies.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=...
"Hand Me Down" Breastpump.
Asked by D.J. from Cleveland
on January 24, 2009
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Has anyone used/borrowed a 'single user' Medela breastpump? My sister gave me her pump, but I'm not sure if it's safe to use. Of course, Medela says it isn't. HELP!!
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- DON'T BORROW A BREASTPUMP! As a lactation consultant I have seen multiple mothers with yeast infections and mastitis from using someone elses breatpump. The pumps you...
- I gave my pump to my best friend to use. She works at Children's hospital and questioned / polled several co-workers (Dr's, nurses, educators, etc) on the safety of do...
- You seem to have gotten a lost of responses saying that it is just fine as long as you replace the tubing and such. What I have read and researched though strongly su...
Breast Pump
Asked by T.C. from Detroit
on July 5, 2009
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What breast pump do you recommend? I was thinking about the medela but using avent bottles. The lady at the store said avent bottles have more nipple options than me...
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- some advent bottle leak. the ones I use where from johnson and johnson. I don't know hwats good and not.
- I used the Medela Pump In Style Advanced. I pumped for about a year 3 times a day 5 days a week and it still works great. My advice if you get this or any other pump...
- I have used only Medela - both the single electric & the double electric. Hands down, I love the Medela Pump In Style double electric. It's a time & life saver! ...
