When cups are full, can you empty them and then keep pumping?
Yes! When the cups are full, mom can pause the pumping by pressing the play/pause button on the display, pour the expressed milk into a breast milk-safe collection bottle or storage bag, and continue her pumping session. Freestyle Hands-free collection cups hold 150ml / 5oz of breastmilk each.
Do you have to be sitting, or can you be more active when using the Hands-free Collection Cups?
The Hands-free Collection Cups (or wearable breast pump cups) are great for relaxing back and taking a moment, and also for those times when you have to be on the go. Whether you choose to pump while sitting, walking around, or tending to your baby, the Hands-free Collection Cups allow you both options. It is good to note as with all pumps, the cups are not designed to be used when leaning over completely or during exercise, as there is an opening (pouring spout) at the top of the cups through which milk could spill out.
How often do I need to clean the Hands-free Collection Cups?
The Hands-free Collection Cups should be boiled before first use, washed after every use (hand wash or dishwasher), and sanitized once per day (boil or micro-steam). During regular washing and sanitizing, you do not need to remove the O-rings from the breast shield. Always allow all parts to completely dry on a clean towel.
Do the o-rings fit all breast shield sizes?
Yes. The o-ring fits all breast shield sizes for the Hands-free Collection Cups.
At times, I produce a lot of milk. Can I pause the pump to empty the full Hands-free Collection Cups?
Yes. Medela personal-use pumps do not shut off automatically when the collection containers are full. However, the Hands-free Collection Cups' transparent design and side scale measurement indicator make it easy to monitor how much has been collected and pause the pumping when the cups are full.
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