Common Mistakes To Avoid When Buying Breastfeeding Products
There are a few products for breastfeeding that mothers buy when they decide to nurse their babies. Most often, these purchases are guided by discussions in baby forums and a large number of advertisements for baby products from the best brands. Common breastfeeding products bought by nursing mothers are breast pumps and breastfeeding pump accessories, feeding bottles, nipples, storage bottles and bags for expressed breast milk, nursing bras, and nipple shields. There are certain things to keep in mind while buying breastfeeding products for moms.
Choosing Safe Breastfeeding Products
After addressing the question of what breastfeeding accessories I need, parents should move on to the more pertinent question of how safe are those accessories for the baby. Just as it is important to identify products that are comfortable to use, it is important to ensure that the products are made of good quality materials that are safe for the baby. PIGEON breastfeeding bottles are made of either top-quality borosilicate material or BPA-free plastic that is safe for babies. PIGEON nipples and nipple shields are made of premium quality silicone that is soft, elastic, and comfortable for the baby.
Breast Pumps and Breast Pump Accessories
Breast pumps are a great investment for mothers who breastfeed their babies. Since the benefits of breastfeeding, particularly in the first six months after birth, far outweigh bottle feeding, mothers are often keen to continue exclusively breastfeeding even when the baby needs to be fed every two hours or so. Pumping and breastfeeding provide the mother more freedom whether it is to go to work, step out of the house on errands or for leisure, or just take a nap when exhausted while looking after the baby. Common breast pumping tips include buying the breast pump that is most suited to the mother’s lifestyle and requirements, buying breast pumps with a bottle stand (in case of electric pumps) to avoid spilling, choosing pumps with ergonomic designs that reduce hand fatigue (in case of manual pumps) and looking for flanges that fit perfectly with the mother’s breast in order to comfortably express breast milk. PIGEON breast pumps come with Comfort ProperFit™” Soft Silicone Cushion that has a secure seal for efficient and comfortable pumping, a 2 Phase Technology providing Stimulation and Expression modes to initiate milk flow as well as to maximize the flow of breast milk while pumping.
Breast Milk Storage Guidelines
The duration for which the expressed breast milk is being stored determines the method of storage. If the breast milk is being used within 24 hours after being pumped, it should be stored in breast milk storage bottles in the refrigerator. PIGEON breast milk storage bottles are compatible with their feeding bottle nipples, making it easy to feed the baby from the storage bottle after the milk is warmed up. If the breast milk is not going to be consumed by the baby within 24 hours of expression, it should not be stored in the refrigerator. The expressed breast milk should then be stored in sterile breast milk storage bags and placed in the freezer, with the most recent bag being placed last. It is important to note down the date and time of expressing the breast milk on the storage bag so that the older bags can be emptied first. PIGEON breast milk storage bags are self-standing bags that come with leak-proof double zipper seals and are pre-sterilized with gamma rays for hygiene and safety before use. Once defrosted, the contents of the breast milk storage bags should not be frozen again since they are no longer sterile. The milk can be warmed up for bottle feeding breast milk to the baby through feeding bottles.
How Often Should Feeding Bottles Be Sterilized?
Breast milk can leave a residue that needs to be cleaned thoroughly with a feeding bottle and nipple brush after every use to ensure that it does not become a breeding ground for germs. For increased protection, feeding bottles and nipples must be sterilized at least once a day. PIGEON sterilizers come with fast sterilization cycles and can accommodate a good number of feeding bottles in a single cycle, making them a much sought-after feeding accessory among mothers.
With just a little attention to detail to identify and use the right products, it is possible to make breastfeeding a comfortable and happy experience for the mother and her baby.
