With Breastfeeding Week taking place during 1-7 August, Philips AVENT is sharing their top breastfeeding accessories designed to support you through every step of your breastfeeding journey. Whether you want to develop your milk supply, take care of your breasts, or simply fit more into your day, Philips AVENT breast care accessories make breastfeeding easier.
Give your breasts excellent care
You might experience a few bumps in the road in the early days. Having the right tools to soothe and protect your breasts makes it easier to stay comfortable and continue breastfeeding.
- Philips AVENT Nipple Shields – helping you to breastfeed for longer
Philips AVENT nipple shields (RSP R183, 60) made of ultra-fine, soft, odourless, taste-free silicone protects sore or cracked nipples during breastfeeding. It provides an easy latch on for your baby and is shaped to allow skin contact with baby.
- Philips AVENT Niplette – a simple, effective solution for inverted nipples
Inverted or non-protractile nipples affect up to 10% of women, causing psychological distress and making breast feeding difficult for mother and baby. The suckling action of the baby should draw out the nipple. If not, the Niplette (RSP R1678, 38) is a simple, comfortable solution that can help. The device makes it possible for women with flat or inverted nipples to comfortably breastfeed without the need for invasive surgery. It consists of a transparent nipple mould with a sealing flange, attached to a valve and a syringe port.
- Philips AVENT Washable Breast Pads – Cotton Lace- comfort with confidence
Developed with breastfeeding expert, Vicky Scott, Philips AVENT Washable Breast Pads (RSP R298, 59) have a brushed cotton lining which is soft and gentle and features an absorbent layer which draws moisture away from the skin behind a leak-proof liner. The breast pads have a contoured shape that allows you to discretely wear them under your clothing with adhesive tape to keep the breasts in place. The pads are individually wrapped for extra hygiene.
- Philips AVENT Comfort Breast Shell Set – Comfort and protection
The ultra-soft Philips AVENT breast shells (RSP R384, 71) are worn inside your bra to protect your nipples from chafing and to collect excess breast milk when feeding or using a breast pump. Ventilated shells- protect sore or cracked nipples and help them heal more quickly. Their gentle pressure helps relieve engorgement and the holes allow air to circulate. They come with ultrasoft silicone backing cushions.
Find more flexibility
Whether you’re going back to work, or just want to fit a little extra into your day, there are easy ways to keep giving your baby the benefits of breast milk when you can’t be there.
- Philips AVENT Breast milk storage cups – store breast milk securely
Express, transport, store and feed your breast milk efficiently, with Philips AVENT storage cups (RSP R445, 88). Sterilise and reuse the storage cups with the Philips AVENT pump or teats—one system, many options! Stackable cups and lids make for an organised fridge and freezer. Write-on cups and lids to track easy dates & contents. The breast milk storage cups are BPA free and easy to clean.
- Philips AVENT Breastmilk Storage Bags – Ultimate protection for your breastmilk
Philips AVENT breastmilk storage bags (RSP R213, 44) made out of BPA free material provide safe and secure storage for your precious breastmilk. They can be stored in the fridge or freezer and are pre-sterilized for immediate use. The wide opening allows for easy filling and pouring whilst the sturdy design of the bag enables it to be self-standing. Bags can be laid flat for easy storage too.
Available at Baby City, Toys R Us, Baby Boom, Dis-Chem and Clicks as well as online at www.takelot.com, www.babiesrus.co.za and www.babiesafrica.com.
The range includes breastfeeding, bottle feeding, toddler feeding, baby monitors and newborn gifts.
Philips Avent products are all designed to fit your busy life and make it easier for you to make the best feeding choices.
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