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Medela nipple instructions

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Front:

Contact™ nipple shield fitting guide

S M
L

Back:

Sizing: The correct size should be a close but comfortable fit around the
widest part of your nipple. The edge of the sizing circle MAY touch the sides
of your nipple, but there should be NO forcing or pinching.

For full instructions go to:


medela.com/contact-nipple-shield
© Medela AG/101038412/MAGEN/2022-08-/A

Medela AG, Lättichstrasse 4b, 6340 Baar, Switzerland, medela.com


Your Contact™ nipple
shield fitting guide
If you need a Contact™ nipple shield it is important to use the right size. Medela offers three sizes, using the correct size helps your baby to latch on,
supports milk flow during breastfeeding, and is more comfortable for you.

If you are still unsure that you have selected the correct size please see a breastfeeding specialist.

Step 1
Choosing your correct Contact™ nipple shield size

Option 1: Measuring your nipple with a ruler:


Measure the diameter of your nipple (not your areola) using the picture
guide below.

• If your nipple diameter measures up to 12 mm choose an S


Up to 20
• If your nipple diameter measures up to 16 mm choose an M Up to 12 Up to 16
• If your nipple diameter measures up to 20 mm choose an L

Nipple Nipple diameter


S M L
Measure Contact TM nipple shield size

Areola Nipple base

Example: If your nipple size measures 15 mm in diameter, the recommended nipple shield will be an M

Option 2: Sizing your nipple with the fitting guide


Follow steps 1- 3 on how to use the fitting guide.
The detachable/printable fitting guide is available at the bottom of page.

Step Step Step The correct size


1 2 3 should be a close
but comfortable fit
around your nipple.

• If the circle feels


too small = try a
larger size
• If the circle is
much bigger than
your nipple = try a
smaller size

The fitting guide


Contact nipple shield fitting guide
™

Printing and cutting out the fitting guide:

IMPORTANT: Always print at 100% or FULL SCALE


otherwise sizing will be incorrect.
Fold along the line
Carefully cut out the dotted line circles
S M
L
Step 2
Apply your Contact™ nipple shield correctly:
A B
Wash hands, then Using your
moisten the nipple thumbs, push
shield with drinking- the tip of the
quality water shield half-
way in

C D
Place the shield Push down on the
centrally over wings until the shield
the nipple so the pops out again and
cut-out will face a seal is formed
your baby’s nose
during feeding

Step 3
Test your nipple shield while you are breastfeeding
The shield feels too small for your nipple
> try a larger size

The nipple and your baby are comfortable during feeding


> you are using the right size

The shield feels too large for your nipple


> try a smaller size

Did you know?


Sore nipples can have various causes, so it’s important to understand the root cause before taking action.
Your breastfeeding specialist can help ensure your baby is latching well and feeding effectively. In general,
nipple shields are a short-term solution - as you and your baby get used to breastfeeding, you may well be
able to stop using them.

© Medela AG/101038412/MAGEN/2022-08-/A
If you have a premature baby and need to use a nipple shield, check with your breastfeeding specialist to
help choose the right size for you and your baby.

For full instructions go to: medela.com/contact-nipple-shield

Medela AG, Lättichstrasse 4b, 6340 Baar, Switzerland, medela.com

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