Name: 18MM Medela Breast Shield for Medela Breast Pump - New Product
SKU: 163282

New product now available! Medela PersonalFit PLUS Breast Shields, 18mm Breast Pump Flange (1 single flange per order), Made Without BPA, Shaped Around You for Comfortable and Efficient Pumping.

Previously the smallest breastshield size was 21mm but now we are delighted to offer you an 18MM breastshield for all of your Medela Breast Pumps including the Symphony hospital grade double electric pump. Each order is a single item, please order more than 1 should you need 18MM for each breast.

This is a single item, one breast shield per order - should you need two 18MM breast shields, please order two items. Please note that this item does NOT have the soft white silicone rim.

Features & Benefits

ADAPTABLE DESIGN: 105-degree opening angle is designed to reduce pressure on the breast to optimize comfort and milk flow

MORE COMFORT: The soft rim lays smoothly on the breast for a comfortable, natural feeling

PERSONALIZED FIT: Oval shape can be rotated 360-degrees for comfortable, flexible positioning

SAFE FOR MOM AND BABY: Made of food-grade plastic; made without BPA, natural rubber latex, and phthalates

COMPATIBILITY: Compatible with all Medela Breast Pumps for pumping directly into the storage bottle

FAQs

How does the PersonalFit Flex™ Breast Shield yield more milk vs the traditional, 90 degree shields?

The new 105° opening angle and oval shape of the PersonalFit Flex breast shields allows more flexibility for mom to position the shield in different ways while she pumps, based on what’s comfortable for her. When let-down occurs, mom’s milk ducts get bigger – the new shape and angle allows the milk to flow more freely. Changing the opening angle of the flange from 90 degrees to 105 degrees made a difference; it better matched the contour of the breast and reduced compression of the milk ducts, which allows milk to flow more freely through them. This change resulted in increased volume of milk expressed during a pump session - 11.8 percent more overall on average. The 11.8 percent is the average but every mom’s personal experience will differ.

How should I clean my PersonalFit Flex™ Breast Shields?

The PersonalFit Flex Breast Shields should be washed and sanitized prior to first use. They should continue to be washed after each use and sanitized once daily. Cleaning instructions for the PersonalFit Flex Breast Shields are the same as the cleaning instructions for your other breast pump parts that come in contact with your breast or breast milk; please refer to the breast pump instructions for use for detailed cleaning instructions.

How do I choose the correct size breast shield?

Read an article for more information about choosing the right size breast shield.

What are the PersonalFit Flex™ Breast Shields made of?

Medela PersonalFit Flex™ Breast Shields are made of food grade Polypropylene (PP) and Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE).

What breast pumps can you use the shield with?

PersonalFit Flex™ Breast Shields can be used with all Medela breast pumps.

Is the material safe for mom and baby?

Yes, the material is made without BPA, natural rubber latex and phthalates.

Where are the Medela PersonalFit Flex™ Breast Shields produced?

Medela PersonalFit Flex Breast Shields are manufactured in Switzerland, packaged and printed in the U.S.

Product Description

Medela PersonalFit PLUS Breast Shields are the new standard in breast shield design. They are based on Medela’s ground-breaking research and clinically proven benefits resulting from more than 1,000 pumping sessions. We used 3D scans of lactating breasts with modelling software to find the best angle for optimal fit. The result is a new 105 degree breast shield with optimized oval shape.