Medela Mini-SpecialNeeds Feeder Instrucciones De Uso página 8

Check to see if either the valve membrane or teat needs to be
replaced. Also, if using a container other than the Medela 80ml
or 150ml containers, some leakage may occur around the collar
and container connection.
Feeder not working
Check that the slit in the mouthpiece is opening properly. Hold
it vertically between your fingers and squeeze it open. The slit
should be about 3mm long. Sometimes, after storage, the slit
may close up. If this occurs, apply warm soapy water and
gently ease it open. Thoroughly rinse in cold water before use.
Traveling
To keep the cost of the unit as low as possible, we do not
provide a travel lid. Instead, invert the teat and disc so that
the teat is inside the container, then screw on the collar.
Alternatively, put the feeder inside a sanitized, water-tight
plastic container.
Using expressed breast milk
For mothers feeding expressed breast milk, please note that the
container of the SpecialNeeds Feeder can be directly attached
to the breastshield of any Medela Breastpump Accessory Kit.
Container size
The SpecialNeeds Feeder is available with either an 80ml or 150ml
container. The Mini-SpecialNeeds Feeder is available with an 80ml
container. Other containers may be used, however you may
experience some leakage around the collar and the container.
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Baby rejects teat
If your baby rejects the teat, squeeze a little feed onto your
finger and let him taste it.
Touching your baby's cheek with the teat may encourage him to
feed by stimulating the natural rooting reflex.
Remember to be relaxed and patient. The initial success of
using this device may not be measured in a large volume of
intake, but rather by your baby learning to coordinate a routine
of sucking, swallowing and breathing.
Baby still not feeding well
Ask your Speech Therapist, Lactation Consultant, Physician or
other health care professional for advice. Feeding can often be
improved by adjusting the baby's position and/or simple
stimulation techniques.
Removing Teat
If there is some feed left in the feeder, hold it horizontally over a
sink before unscrewing the collar. The disc should stay in the
teat, preventing feed from spilling out. Quickly stand the
container upright.
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