Breastfeeding Tips & Breast Pump Guide | Lactation Connection

At Lactation Connection, we are frequently asked which setting mom should use on the popular Spectra S1 and S2 breast pump  to get the most milk.  While settings are important, flange size is equally important. Your goal with your Spectra flange size is to engage the milk sinuses which are located an inch behind the nipple.  So it is really important that the flange allows the nipple to move freely without drawing in too much tissue.  You can use the guide below or a silicone nipple measuring tool . What about the settings?  Cycle pumping is recommended by Spectra when using the S1 or S2. Below is the procedure to start using the Spectra pump effectively.         Cycle 70 (Massage Mode) for 5 minutes        Cycle 54 (Expression Mode) for 5 minutes        Cycle 70 (Massage Mode) for 5 minutes        Cycle 38 (Expression Mode) for 5 minutes  Some moms leave their pump on hig...