Package contains 2 two-piece flanges in size large 29 mm and two white valves. Please Note: This item is not compatible with the Hygeia Fit or Evolve breast pump.
Is Hygeia compatible with Medela?
Medela parts are more widely available, at stores like Target and Walgreen’s, but you can use Medela parts with your Hygeia pump!
How do I know my flange size?
Use a ruler or measuring tape to find the diameter of your nipple (the horizontal width across it) in millimeters (1 cm = 10mm). Measure the nipple alone, do not include the areola, which is the outer edge around your nipple. Add 4 mm to this measurement, so if your nipple is 20 mm across, your flange size is 24 mm.
How do you know if your breast flange is the right size?
Accurately Measure Finding the proper size for a breast flange is based on the diameter of the nipple, not the areola (the softer pigmented skin around the nipple). When your nipple is centered inside the flange tunnel, it should only have a few millimeters (3-5) of wiggle room around the nipple.
Is Hygeia a good breast pump?
Hygeia Enjoye Breast Pump is an amazing breast pump and we are sure that you will love it. It is easy to use and you can pump your milk smoothly without hurting you. It great controls, you can adjust speed and strength settings.
Is Hygeia a closed system?
The Hygeia Difference Ecological – Because our pumps are a closed system, they can be rented and shared between mothers who use their own pumping sets. Our commitment to the environment makes our pumps one of the “greenest” on the market.
What happens if your flange is too big?
If your breast pump flange is too big you may experience: Your areola could become pulled into the flange and tunnel. Painful nipple pinching, pulling, and squeezing. Lower breast milk production. Your nipple or areola could become white or discolored.
Why are my nipples white after pumping?
If you notice that your nipples change color (to white or blue, usually) and that you have a burning sensation between feeds, you may be experiencing nipple vasospasms. Also known as Raynaud’s syndrome or mammary constriction syndrome, this condition results in small spasms that can limit your blood flow.
What happens if my flange is too big?
What if flange is too small?
Flanges that are too small may cause excess friction, pinching, or squeezing as the nipple is pulled against it. As a result, your nipple or areola could become white or discolored, and you could experience low milk supply or painful milk extraction.
Is Hygeia a hospital grade pump?
About the Hygeia Double Electric Product: Designed for long-term and frequent pumping use, the EnJoye Cordless pump is a hospital grade performing, personal-use, double electric breast pump. Mimics your baby’s unique suckling patterns with customizable speed and pressure controls.
