MAM Nipple Shields Size Small (Pack of 2), Breast Shields with Sterilisable Travel Case, Breast Protectors to Support and Enhance Breastfeeding

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Nipple shields can provide relief and allow those wounds to heal so that no breastfeeding break is necessary. As a result of exposure to BPA, experts and studies have seen disruptions to the hormone system and brain, diabetes and heart damage as well as an increased risk of cancer. However, Monika emphasizes that it is important to use nipple shields for as short a time as possible – after all, the baby should remain accustomed to the breast.

The sudden and unexpected strain of breastfeeding and suckling, for example caused by incorrect positioning techniques, can be excessive for the nipples, especially at the beginning of the breastfeeding relationship," explains midwife Monika Thönen. Please note that the sizes below refer to the baby's body measurement, rather than the measurement of the garments.The Size 2 Nipple Shields are for medium/large nipples measuring 23mm and are packed in a handy box which acts as a mini steriliser.

But if you want some more teething tips and advice, we've worked alongside Cheeky Chompers to pull together some teething advice and tips on how to survive weaning with your little one, you can read this here. We've teamed up with Beaba and Registered Dietitian, Mummy Nutrition, to put together our top tips for weaning. Among other items, food packaging, plastic utensils and baby bottles are just a few examples of products made with PC, whereas the main usage of BPS is in thermal papers and inks.The MAM-expert recommends: "Nipple shields should be made from the thinnest material possible, which adapts perfectly to the breast shape while also feeling familiar to the baby.