Medela Nipple Formers are a non-invasive method to prepare flat or inverted nipples for breastfeeding.The low-profile design guarantees a natural appearance under clothing. The soft, flexible silicone membrane offers a snug and comfortable fit, while the rim exerts gentle pressure.Vented fronts allow for air circulation

• Soft silicone backs for a snug, comfortable fit
• Vented fronts to allow air circulation
• Contoured for less visibility through clothing
• One size fits all mums
• BPA free

*For hygienic reasons, this cannot be returned to store once opened.

Delivery:

We can deliver to any mainland New Zealand physical address. (Sorry this excludes Chatham Islands, Stewart Island and Waiheke Island - please contact our Customer Services Department for freight options)

$7.00 Freight Charge for any orders under $100 when delivered within New Zealand
Free Freight for any orders over $100 when delivered within New Zealand
$5 surcharge for rural deliveries

Oversized items freight costs will be:
$30 North Island, $70 South Island per oversized item - if a rural delivery please contact customerservices@babyfactory.co.nz for a freight cost.

Gift Vouchers: Freight is FREE for all Physical Gift Vouchers purchased to go to a New Zealand address.

Overseas Orders: We also ship overseas. All our overseas orders go by New Zealand Post (with a tracking service). Overseas freight charges will be confirmed when you check out.

If you have any questions regarding shipping please contact us at customerservices@babyfactory.co.nz

*Please note the free freight offer only applies to orders made online at www.babyfactory.co.nz and delivered within New Zealand. Exclusions for oversized items may apply.

Please allow:

2 - 3 working days for Auckland deliveries
3 - 4 working days for North Island deliveries
5 - 6 working days for South Island deliveries
Rural Deliveries: 2-3 extra days for rural deliveries. Please mention your RD number when placing your order.

Around public holiday periods - please allow a few extra working days. During the Christmas period - please expect courier delivery to take a little longer than usual.

Please Note: Breast Pumps are unable to be returned (exchanged or refunded) due to Health Reasons.

Breastfeeding with inverted nipples or flat nipples

If you have inverted or flat nipples, breastfeeding may be more challenging, but it’s certainly not impossible! Some babies can struggle to latch on to flat nipples, causing nipple soreness. In addition, an inverted or flat nipple might not reach the roof of your baby’s mouth, which means that the sucking reflex may not be triggered. But remember, many women with these types of nipples have no breastfeeding problems at all. In fact, you may find that as your breasts change during pregnancy, your nipples become more prominent anyway. However, if this isn’t the case, you may want to try nipple formers.

How do Medela nipple formers work?

Nipple formers apply gentle pressure on the areola (the circle of darker-coloured skin around the nipple), which can help to gradually draw out a flat or inverted nipple.

When can I start using nipple formers?

You can start to use nipple formers during pregnancy, from about 32 weeks onwards. However, if you have a medical condition known as an incompetent (weakened) cervix or have been told your baby may be born prematurely, speak to your healthcare professional before using nipple formers, as nipple stimulation may bring on contractions. Begin by wearing nipple formers for one hour a day and gradually increase to around eight hours per day. If necessary, you can continue wearing them after your baby’s birth, between feeds (for 30 minutes to an hour before breastfeeding). However, avoid wearing them at night, to prevent tender nipples developing.

Medela nipple formers: How to use

Medela nipple formers come in two parts: a soft and supple silicone membrane that is gentle on skin, and an outer shell with holes in the top that allow air to circulate, preventing humidity. The shell’s shape has been optimised to create a snug, comfortable fit, and it has a low profile so it won’t show through your clothes. To use, follow these simple steps:

1. Put the silicone membrane on the shell, making sure it snaps on all the way around.


2. Once assembled, place the nipple former inside your bra, with the membrane’s opening centred over your nipple. The ventilation holes must point upwards.

While wearing nipple formers, some breast milk may collect in the shell. Do not feed this to your baby, simply discard it when you clean the shells (see below).

How to clean nipple formers

Like all breastfeeding accessories, you’ll need to keep your nipple formers clean. You should sanitise them before using them for the first time, and then once a day after that, but this is quick and easy to do:

• Separate the parts and put them in a small pan filled with cold, preferably distilled, water. If you use tap water, you can add a teaspoon of citric acid to help avoid limescale build-up.


• Bring to the boil, and continue to boil for approximately five minutes.


• Carefully drain off the water and place the nipple former parts on a clean cloth to dry.


• Alternatively, you can use a Medela Quick Clean Microwave bags

It’s also important to clean nipple formers after each use by separating the parts and washing them with a mild cleaning solution, then rinsing thoroughly in cold water and drying on a clean cloth