Ameda N Protect 6oz Breast Milk Storage Bags User Manual

Ameda N Protect 6oz Breast Milk Storage Bags

Product Information

The Pump`N ProtectTM is a breast milk storage system designed to allow mothers to pump directly into milk storage bags without the risk of spilling precious pumped milk. The system includes flange adapters that are compatible with all Ameda breast pump flanges and some other brand pumps. The adapters have universal bottle threads and can be securely attached to the breast flanges.

Note that other brands of breast pumps may not function optimally when used with an open style collection container such as a storage bag. If you experience a drop in vacuum levels, it is recommended to discontinue using the adapter option and pump into the container supplied with your breast pump. After pumping, the breast milk can be transferred to the Ameda Pump`N Protect Breast Milk Storage Bags.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Before pumping or handling breast milk, wash your hands well with soap and water.

2. Getting Started:

   • If single pumping, remove one bag. If double pumping, remove
     two bags.

   • Write your baby’s or your name and date of pumping on the bag(s).

   • Attach the adapter to the breast flange by twisting the top of the adapter into the bottom of the flange.

   • Open the top of the milk storage bag and insert the adapter into the bag with the pegs facing the sides of the bag.

   • Twist the pegs to align them with the bag slots and insert them into the slots.

   • Position the opening of the adapter slightly below the zip seal closure of the storage bag.

   • Pinch the sides of the bag closed around the flange adapter and gently pull at the bottom to ensure secure attachment. Repeat with the other flange if double pumping.

3. You are now ready to pump directly into the Pump N Protect Breast Milk Storage Bags. Pump as you would normally until the bags are full (6oz/180mL) or until you have finished pumping.

4. If double pumping, secure one flange to your body with your forearm while removing the other flange from your breast with the same hand. Carefully remove the bag with your opposite hand by unhooking the slots of the bag from the adapter. Set the flange down and immediately seal the zip seal of the bag to prevent spills. Repeat on the other side.

5. To seal the bag:

   • To prevent freezer burn, remove as much air from the storage bag as possible.
   • Place your middle and index fingers on opposite sides of the bag and gently pinch the bag closed as close as possible to the top of the milk.
   • Slide your fingers upward to remove the air from the bag. When reaching the double zip seal at the top, remove your fingers and pinch the zip seal closed completely.

6. To transfer milk to the Pump`N Protect Milk Storage Bag:

   • Open the top of the Pump’N Protect Breast Milk Storage Bag.
   • Squeeze the zip seal at the outer edge with your thumb and forefinger to open the mouth of the bag.
   • While holding the bag securely, pour freshly expressed milk into the bag. Do not fill beyond the 6oz/180mL mark to allow for safe closure and normal expansion during freezing.

Pump‘N ProtectTM Instructions

Clean Adapters – Before First and After Every Use Always wash hands well with soap and water before handling the Ameda Pump‘N Protect Flange Adapters. Unless otherwise directed by your healthcare provider, prepare the product for use as follows: Wash in warm, soapy water before first use. After every use, rinse with cool water to remove any milk residue. Then wash well in warm soapy water and rinse well in warm, clean water. Allow to air dry. Product can also be washed on upper rack of a standard household dishwasher away from heating elements. Do not use solvents or abrasives.

To Sanitize

• Boil adapters in water for 20 minutes.
• Remove from water after boiling.
• Allow to air dry before using.

Before Pumping or Handling Breast Milk

Always wash hands well with soap and water.

Using the Pump‘N Protect bags with Flange Adapter
The Ameda Pump ‘N Protect Flange Adapters allow mothers to pump directly into milk storage bags without the fuss and potential risk of spilling precious pumped milk while transferring to storage bags. The adapter is designed with universal bottle threads and will fit all Ameda breast pump flanges, as well as flanges from several other brand pumps.

NOTE: Other brands of breast pumps may not function at optimal performance levels when used with an open style collection container such as a storage bag. If you sense a drop in vacuum levels, you should discontinue use of the adapter option and pump into the container supplied with your breast pump. Breast milk can be transferred to the Ameda Pump‘N Protect Breast Milk Storage Bags after pumping.

Getting Started
Remove one (if single pumping) or two bags (if double pumping). Write your baby’s or your name and date of pumping where indicated on the bag(s).3

1. Attach adapter to breast flange by twisting the top of the adapter into the bottom of the flange where the collection bottle would typically attach.

2. Open the top of milk storage bag and insert the adapter into the bag with the pegs facing the sides of the bag.

3. When the pegs are lined up to the level of the bag slots, slowly twist the pegs to the bag slots and insert the pegs into the slots.

4. The opening of the adapter should be positioned slightly below the zip seal closure of the storage bag.

5. Pinch the sides of the bag closed, around the flange adapter. Gently pull at the bottom of the bag to ensure the bag is securely attached. Repeat with other flange if double pumping.
   You are now ready to pump directly into the Pump‘N Protect Breast Milk Storage Bags. Pump as you would normally until milk storage bags are full (6oz/180mL) or until you have finished pumping.

6. If double pumping, you can secure one flange to your body with your forearm while removing the other flange from your breast with the same hand. Carefully remove the bag with your opposite hand by unhooking the slots of the bag from the adapter. Set the flange down and seal the zip seal of the bag immediately to prevent spills. Repeat on the other side.
   To Seal the Bag

7. To help prevent freezer burn, it is important to remove as much air from the storage bag as possible. To remove excess air from the storage bag, carefully place your middle and index fingers on opposite sides of the bag and gently pinch the bag closed as close as possible to the top of the milk.

Gently slide your fingers upward to remove the air from the bag. When reaching the double zip seal at the top of the bag, remove fingers from bag and pinch the zip seal closed completely.

To Transfer Milk to the Pump‘N Protect Milk Storage Bag
Open top of the Pump’N Protect Breast Milk Storage Bag. With your thumb and forefinger, squeeze the zip seal at the outer edge to open the mouth of the bag. While holding the bag securely, pour freshly expressed milk into the bag. Do not fill beyond the 6oz/180mL mark to allow for safe closure and normal expansion during freezing.

Dispensing Milk from the Pump‘N Protect Bag
When feeding stored breast milk, you will want to prepare only what your baby will eat at a single feeding. It is a good idea to store your milk in amounts that your baby typically eats. If you have more milk in the storage bag than is required for a single feeding, you may
reseal the remainder of the breast milk in the bag for the next feeding. The remainder of the breast milk should be stored according to the below milk storage guidelines. Any milk remaining in a bottle after a feeding should not be kept and fed at the next feeding.

Pouring Milk
Ameda Pump‘N Protect Breast Milk Storage Bags have been designed to help easily dispense breast milk, reducing the chance for spillage.

Storing and Handling Mother’s Milk

| Room Temperature

77ºF (25ºC)

| Refrigerator 39ºF (4ºC)| Freezer 0ºF (-18ºC)
---|---|---|---
Fresh Expressed or Pumped| Up to 4 hours| Up to 4 days| **** 6 Months – Best

12 Months – Acceptable

Thawed, Previously Frozen| 1-2 Hours| Up to 1 day (24 hours)| Do Not Refreeze
Leftover from Feeding

(baby did not finish

bottle)

| Use within 2 hours after the baby is finished feeding

• Storage times may vary for premature or sick babies.

NOTE: DO NOT reuse storage bags after initial use.
REMINDER : DO NOT REFREEZE PREVIOUSLY FROZEN MOTHER’S MILK.

Thawing Frozen Milk
Thaw frozen milk under cool running water, gradually adding warmer water until the milk is thawed. Milk should be warmed to between room temperature and body temperature.
Do not use boiling water or a microwave to thaw frozen mother’s milk. Microwaving alters the composition of the milk and can cause hot spots in the milk that could burn the infant.

Breast Milk Storage Bags

Distributed in USA by: Ameda, Inc.
485 Half Day Road, Ste. 320 Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 866.992.6332
www.ameda.com

Distributed in Canada by : Distribué au Canada par: Ameda, Inc.
485 Half Day Road, Ste. 320 Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 866.992.6332

Distributed in Australia by: Midmed Pty Ltd.
Unit 4, 62 Borthwick Avenue Murarrie QLD 4172
61 (7) 3348 9155
www.midmed.com.au

Mothers Choice Products Ltd.
2133-11871 Horseshoe Way
Richmond, BC V7A 5H5
1.800.604.6225
www.motherschoiceproducts.com

Distribution in other countries:
For product information or feedback, call your local distributor or location where you purchased the product. For a listing of distributors in your country, please visit www.ameda.com

Manufactured for:
Ameda, Inc.
485 Half Day Road, Ste. 320
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
USA

References

• Manufacturing Breast Pumps for Over 75 Years | Ameda
• Midmed Medical Suppliers - Australia's Leading Online Medical Supply Shop
• Mothers Choice Products
• Guidelines & Recommendations | Breastfeeding | CDC

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