Medela Soft Shells for Sore Nipples
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Baby Products Reviews of Medela Soft Shells for Sore Nipples
Customer Review: I loved this product.
Summary: 5 Stars
These can definitely be a life saver during the first 1-2 weeks when you don't want compression on the nipple and you want them to air dry. I have small breasts so I could wear them in any bra, and I didn't have a huge leakage problem, so I changed the foam twice a day.
The only problem I had was that my skin broke out where the rubber rested against it. I think it got damp and wasn't allowed to breathe because it cleared up within 48 hours after I stopped using them. Bottom line: the relief was worth any minor inconvenience.
Customer Review: Wonderful for Soreness or Sensitivity
Summary: 5 Stars
The Soft Shells are fantastic - even better than the medela thera shells which are smaller and have hard backs. The soft shells have a soft rubber backing that contours to your body - much more comfortable. I have found that I use them almost every day for sensitivity - even when there is no soreness. I highly recommend this product for women who are breastfeeding or even just pumping (I'm just pumping). Get two pairs so that you can wear the other pair when you are washing and sterilizing the first. Customer Review: Enh.
Summary: 2 Stars
I bought these because they come with foam inserts to help collect leakage. I'm a 38 DD and use the large flange for my medela pump, so I too found the sharp edge that contacts the breast was cutting into my sore areola/nipple. The ameda shells had a round edge and were much more comfortable, although leakage city! My sore nipples got nearly instantly better using my brest friend (great proper latch!), and treatment for a mild yeast infection. Hope this helps.Customer Review: Good product, but there is another way to solve the problem
Summary: 3 Stars
I used this shells for about a month because my nipples were sore. When I was wearing them while sleeping, I had to wear the medela bra; otherwise the shells would come out of the bra with the regular sleeping bras, like the one from Motherhood Maternity. Another thing I discovered while wearing them is that you have to put a pad in between the shells and the bra. If you don't do that, your bra and bed will get wet.
The reason why I stop wearing them is that while reading a book I learned that to avoid sore nipples, you first have to make sure that your baby is not sucking on the nipple only, and also, when you are done feeding or pumping, don't wipe your nipples and cover them immediately. Instead, let them air-dry for a few minutes. The breastmilk is supposed to help the nipples like a moisturizer.
Customer Review: Oh my God - RELIEF!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have large breasts - DD normally without the added bonus of the milk. My son latched on great at first, but then got a cold and could not latch properly. He got lazy with my milk supply being very good and refused to open his mouth wide enough. Needless to say breastfeeding became torture. I was almost to the point of considering formula when I came across these.
Within just a few hours of wearing them, the pain decreased. The shells helped shape my nipples a little better and made it easier for my son to latch with little effort. After a full day of use, the pain has become almost non-existant.
I wish I had bought these for my daughter because I might have been able to breastfeed her longer than just 9 months. These shells have made breastfeeding the wondeful bonding experience it was meant to be. My son is still a little lazy with the latch, but he is getting better and opening his mouth wider now.
At first I was discouraged by the thought of needing to sanitize them every night, but I bought a microwave bottle sanitizer which makes sanitizing them a breeze. I am a very satisfied customer.