Medela Contact Nipple Shield - 16mm (Extra Small)

Item #: 67251

Contact Nipple Shield - 16mm (Extra Small) is rated 4.8 out of 5 by 4.

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$9.19

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Switching from bottle back to breast has never been easier.

Features & Benefits

For latch-on difficulties or flat/inverted nipples: To help continue breastfeeding
Unique cut-out shape: Allows for more skin contact between mom and baby
Available in different sizes: Consult a lactation professional for assistance
Sterile versions available for hospitals: For immediate use in hospital
Made without BPA: All parts that come into contact with breast milk are not made with BPA

Contact Nipple Shield - 16mm (Extra Small) Details

Product Description
What's Included
Specifications
FAQ's
Instructions

Medela Nipple Shields can be an effective tool for professionals and moms to manage infants with latch-on problems, for moms with overactive let-downs or for flat, inverted and sore nipples. Medela Nipple Shields enable continued breastfeeding without interruption until these problems are resolved.

1 - nipple shield

General

Made of thin silicone

Dimensions

Unit Weight: 0.1 lbs
Unit Size/Packaging: 6 1/4 x 4 1/2 x 1 1/4

Warranty

For hygienic reasons they cannot be returned to store once opened

How do I sanitize the nipple shield?

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Cleaning

1. Rinse in cool water to remove breast milk.

2. Wash in warm, soapy water.

3. Rinse with clear water.

Note: Nipple shields can also be washed on top rack of dishwasher.

Drying & Storing

Allow nipple shield to air dry in a clean area and store dry with the nipple facing upwards. Do NOT store wet or damp parts.

Sanitizing

In addition to washing, you may sanitize your nipple shield once per day by following the instructions on Medela’s Quick Clean™ Micro-Steam™ bag or boiling.

If boiling your nipple shield:

1. Choose a pot that is large enough so the nipple shield DOES NOT rest on the sides or bottom while boiling.

2. Fill the pot with water and bring to a boil.

3. Carefully drop nipple shield into boiling water, and boil for 10 minutes.

4. Gently remove from water with tongs and place on a clean surface with nipple facing upwards. (For easier removal, add cool water to pot to prevent splashing.)

5. See Drying & Storing section above for further instructions.

What is the diameter of the nipple shield at the base?

Medela’s Nipple Shields are available in 3 sizes: 16 mm, 20 mm, and 24 mm (measured at the base).

How can I determine what size nipple shield I will need?

We recommend that you seek advice from a lactation consultant or other healthcare professional to determine the correct size for you and your baby.

Whether your product instruction manual is lost, ripped, or covered in spit–up — We always have it available for you here.

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Rated 5 out of 5 by Kasey from Latch problems My baby was having latch problems from birth, she wouldn’t open wide enough to get a deep latch. The hospital provided me with at 20mm and I used that for 3 weeks and it worked great but now I am going to try and ween her off the shield all together so I bought this 16mm and it works great too. I would say if you are having latch problems or have flat/inverted nipples you should buy one or two of these. They are 100% worth it. Do not give up on breastfeeding! It’s hard mentally and physically especially when baby has latch problems and is hurting your nipples but breastfeeding is so worth it! If you’re having problems buy a shield and have a Lactation consultant teach you how to use it :)

Date published: 2017-12-25

Rated 5 out of 5 by Jamie from Weaned my baby ONTO breastfeeding. Started with a bottle so when I decided to try breastfeeding she rejected it. But with the segue with the shield I was actually able to get her to take the breast after about 3 weeks. Wonder cure!

Date published: 2017-08-24

Rated 5 out of 5 by Lina from Great transition method! Life saver for my Newborn I bought this product to help transition from the shield to the breast. I was using the 24 mm medium size. The typical size purchased at the stores. It was doing its job but the size was making it difficult for my NB to latch onto me naturally without the use of the shield. The 16mm extra small size got her to transition faster. The extra small is more realistic for women with flat or inverted nipples. Its much smaller allowing the baby a more successful transition from the shield to a non typical breast (flat or inverted nipples) The larger sizes are too much like a bottle nipple and NB babies develop a lazy latch. I am so glad I ordered the extra small!!!!

Date published: 2017-08-18

Rated 4 out of 5 by soknurdy from Get Sizing Right! The sizes for these nipple things are the worst. I never know quite what size I fit. I had originally ordered the S but it bruised my nipple after nursing since it was too big. After I tried the XS, it fit perfect. It's enables my little tongue tied baby to nurse. Yay!

Date published: 2018-03-20