Breast Shells-These are small cushions worn inside a bra to protect nipples from chaffing and to collect leaking breast milk. Some are ventilated, which means they have holes that allow air to circulate around the breast.
breast shell ~ a round plastic shell that fits around the breast. It is used to correct inverted or flat nipples. Also referred to as breast shield or milk cup.
These breast shells are designed to help relieve breast pain by allowing air drying of the nipples and prevent rubbing of the nipple on clothes or bras. They also allow the collection of breast milk when single pumping on the other side.
Antenatal breast shells for inverted or flat nipples
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There are several options available, such as reusable breast pads, disposable breast pads, breast shells.
Although the benefit of using hard plastic breast shells is not conclusive, some mothers find it helps to wear them in the bra between feedings. Breast shells exert a small amount of traction to help draw the nipple outward.
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Flat Nipple - A nipple that does not protrude with stimulation. Breastfeeding can still be accomplished by the use of breast shells..
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