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I want to breastfeed: the nursing bra, the essential
Daily, the nursing bra is essentiallike THE basic material. All the more reason to choose it well. It is recommended to try it well. “ It should not compress the breast, nor the area under the armpits, at the level of the areola », Warns Françoise Coudray, breastfeeding professional. Indeed, such pressure can have an influence on the flow of breast milk, and eventually, generate engorgement.
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Question budget, count from 10 to 60 €, depending on the model.
Breastfeeding: useful products
The breast pump
No doubt, the breast pump is the invaluable ally of active mothers, who wish to delay mixed breastfeeding or weaning as much as possible. Ideal for fkeep a reserve of breast milk for leaving or returning to work.
Electric or manual, the choice of breast pump depends above all on your needs. Very practical, the breast pump double pumping offers a real time saving, without breaking the bank! The equipment can be rented in pharmacies or from a professional rental company, on medical prescription. Do not hesitate to ask for a recent, two-phase model, reproducing Baby’s sucking.
What is the price of a breast pump?
In stores, the price of a manual breast pump varies from € 30 to € 150
Count 180 to 600 € for a personal electric model.
Hospital grade breast pumps cost $ 500 to $ 1500
The milk collector
The silicone milk collector is a useful and practical alternative, for those who want to collect the easily flowing milk from the second breast when breastfeeding the baby on one side. It is generally used as a manual booster pump.
Sold between 20 and 35 €
Breast pads
Washable or disposable, breast pads slip, neither seen nor known, into your breastfeeding bra to absorb any breastmilk leakage. Result: no unsightly stain on your beautiful blouse! Remember to bring a box in advance, just in case. ” The pads should be changed often to keep the breasts clean and dry, otherwise beware of irritation », Warns Françoise Coudray, our breastfeeding pro. Are you out of stock? Use small guest towels. From 3 to 16 €.
Breastfeeding, accessory equipment
Nursing shells or cups
Slipped into your bra, cups or cups avoid the rubbing of the nipples on the fabric. However, caution is in order. Indeed, these accessories stimulate the breasts and can be the cause of congestion. Our advice: only wear them for a short period, or during the first few days, to facilitate the flow of milk.
Usually sold in pairs, from 8 to 15 €.
Breast tips
Recommended after a premature birth to help the baby to breastfeed, or in the event of major cracks, the breast tips are very specific breastfeeding accessories. Before any use, it is essential to seek advice from a breastfeeding specialist. Note: the use of breast tips generally involves using a breast pump in parallel to avoid engorgement, blocked ducts, difficulty in installing a good milk secretion. Baby’s nipple size and oral cavity will determine the size of the nipple tips. All the more reason to inquire about the merits of this purchase. From € 4 per pair.