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Medela Soft Shells for Sore Nipples
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Manufacturer: Medela
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Model#: 802.20
Weight: 2lbs
Height: 3" | | Width: 9"
Length: 12"
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Average Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars
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Retail Price: $14.99
Online Sale Price: $12.50
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Features:- Back disc of soft, flexible silicone for comfort
- Vented shell provides for natural air flow
- Natural contour to be more discreet under clothing
- Includes 2 shells, 2 silicone backs and 4 absorbent and reusable foam inserts for breastmilk leakage
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SoftShells Breast Shells were created with working mothers in mind. Offering the same care for sore, flat or inverted nipples as Medela s other shells, the SoftShells offer increased comfort and a more flattering appearance. Soft, silicone backs on the shells flex to match the contour of a woman s breast, creating a more snug, comfortable fit. The fronts of the shells are vented on the top to provide proper air circulation. Highly absorbent foam inserts protect against leaking.
User Submitted Medela Soft Shells for Sore Nipples Reviews
September 13, 2008
I Strongly Recommend These!
I first used these while nursing our third baby and my nipples were cracked and bleeding. I was assured that latching on was correct. I am fair-skinned, so maybe that contributed to the problem. Whatever. The shells helped almost immediately and within a couple of days I was so much more comfortable.
We just had our fourth baby and I've been using the shells since my milk came in. I've had NO PAIN whatsoever!
I know proper nursing isn't supposed to hurt, but in my case (and most of my friends' cases) there are a few weeks when latching on and getting going can be pretty toe-curling. These shells saved me from that this time around. I don't know why they are not promoted more! They are so worth the money!
June 8, 2008
Wish I had these for Baby #1 and Baby #2!
A friend gave these to me when I had my third child. They were so helpful that I wanted to cry! I couldn't believe what a relief they were, and I would have spared myself a lot of pain if I had had them with my first and second babies.
Here's the scoop: You don't use these for months and months, and they definitely don't stand in place of pads when you go out in public. They're just for home use (in my opinion) and what do they do? They help sore nipples. They REALLY help sore nipples. What more could a nursing mom want?
February 22, 2008
Not helpful for me
My son has been having latching problems due to my milk overproduction and VERY forceful letdown, so my nipples are usually very sore. My lactation consultant suggested these for my sore nipples, but because I overproduce so much milk, the pressure of the shells on my areola hurts just as bad as my sore nipples! So, this product has not been too helpful for me. The Medela Soft Shells for Inverted or Flat Nipples did help me fix my flat nipple problem at the beginning, though. And a good solution to those useless little sponges - my LC suggested putting tampons inside the shells instead of the sponges. They soak up SO much more leaking milk and kept me from soaking through my clothing!
May 18, 2007
nice product
Wow - what a difference!!! I nursed my first child for 21 months and sure could have used these. I just wish I had bought the large ones. Be careful about wearing them while engorged. It gets pretty scary when your breasts take on the shape of the shell. I am also using a new nipple cream that my Dr. prescribed. Don't be fooled though - there is still going to be some pain for most women. Just know it is the best thing for your baby.
November 25, 2006
What a relief!
After nursing for one month straight for a voracious baby, my nipples had gotten so sore and painful that I wondered if me crying while nursing was going to be the "norm" for me - even with lathering the lanolin after each feeding. I had already seen a lactation consultant, who said the latching was perfect, so I knew that wasn't the problem. I decided that other moms must have gone through this too, so I researched and found these Soft Shells ---- What a DREAM these are! They protect my sore nipples so well, I wish I had found them sooner! I began to notice things I was doing that probably aggravated the situation. For example, holding the baby against my shoulder to burp him, then I'd slide his body down my chest to settle him in my lap -- HELLO! rubbing against my nipple! OUCH! NO MORE PAIN WITH THESE SOFT SHELLS!! They even help while driving (the seatbelt kept chafing against my breast - so I'd have to drive with one hand holding the seatbelt away and the other on the steering wheel!) I am a D cup, and they do, unfortunately, look silly under T-shirts, but with winter coming it won't matter with sweater season and all.
I had no problem wih leakage like some of the other reviewers have, but I do use the washable breast pads folded in half like someone else had mentioned, just in case. Then I wash all in a laundry bag along with the foam inserts that come with it.
If you have a soreness problem - DEFINITELY try these! Like I mentioned before, if I had found these sooner, I might not have had to use formula to supplement - I couldn't deal with the pain anymore! Now I nurse, pump, and use formula. Oh, well, maybe with my next baby I'll have these to help me nurse exclusively for longer.
I hope this helps more nursing mothers - good luck! And don't give up!
April 5, 2006
I loved this product.
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.
February 17, 2006
Wonderful for Soreness or Sensitivity
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.
November 13, 2005
Enh.
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.
September 7, 2005
Good product, but there is another way to solve the problem
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.
November 4, 2004
Oh my God - RELIEF!
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.
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