Expressing Milk
Instructions for expressing both breasts at the same time
Place Expresser on a flat surface such as a desk or table.
- Remove the Express Kits from the Carrying Bag.
- If necessary, insert tubing into Filter Caps (See Figure 13) — blue to blue, clear
to clear. Plug opposite ends into Motor — blue to blue, clear to clear. Plug 6’
cord into Power Supply. Plug opposite end into electrical outlet. Then, plug single
prong pin into Motor near ON/OFF switch. Turn vacuum dial clockwise to
maximum setting, then back one full turn.
- Turn on the Expresser motor by pressing the on/off switch located on the motor
case. The initial start-up sound is normal.
- You are now ready! While holding the Express Kits, center the Express Cups onto
your nipples, taking care to make full contact with breasts.
- Be patient. It may take time for your body to get used to an Expresser instead of
your baby or the harsh vacuum of a traditional breast pump.
- Adjust vacuum dial for maximum comfort.
ATTENTION: Always operate Expresser with the carrying bag flap OPEN.
When finished expressing milk, turn off the motor. Lean forward and remove the Express Kits from your breasts. Place the Express Kits in the bottle holders, taking care to keep them upright. Next, unscrew and cap the bottles. Place them into the cooling compartment of the carrying bag. Store them in a refrigerator or freezer.
When finished expressing, place all components into Carrying Bag for storage. Always disconnect the tubing from the Motor and the Filter Cap and place in plastic bag provided. Roll tubing to prevent kinking.
Single Breast Expression (2001 model)
If single expressing, remove one set of Tubing from port on Motor; cover the exposed blue
port with the narrow blue port cap provided. Leave clear port uncovered. See Figure 14A.
Single Breast Expression (2002 model)
When single expressing, remove Tubing from ports on left side of Motor (closest to the ON/OFF switch); plug exposed ports with Single Express Caps provided. See Figure 14B.
Breastmilk Storage Recommendations
The following storage recommendations are for healthy, full-term infants using mature milk:
Human breastmilk varies in color, consistency and odor, depending on the mother’s diet and
type of storage container used. Breastmilk is not homogenized; therefore the fat will
separate and rise to the top of the container. Breastmilk may be safely stored by carefully
following these guidelines:
* Breastmilk can be stored at room temperature for 6-8 hours (66-72 F/19- 22 C).
* Breastmilk can be stored in a refrigerator for 6-8 days (32- 39 F/0- 4 C).
The Whittlestone Collection BottlesTM are ideal for short-term storage. For long-term storage, the Whittlestone Milk Storage Bags™ are recommended.
Freezing Breastmilk
For longer storage, freeze your breastmilk. Frozen breastmilk may be stored in a refrigerator freezer for six months or in a deep freeze (-20 0 C) for up to 12 months. Fill the container only ¾ full to allow room for expansion during freezing. Freeze the milk in 2 oz. to 4 oz. portions. These smaller amounts will thaw quicker. If your baby doesn’t drink the entire portion, there is less waste.
When freezing breastmilk, place storage container in middle of freezer – not on the door.
To thaw breastmilk in refrigerator, place container in a clean bowl. Use within 24 hours. For quick thawing, place container in a clean bowl of warm water until thawed. Breastmilk should be fed at room temperature.
Do not microwave or boil breastmilk; doing so will destroy live cells and important nutrients. Also, it may heat unevenly and possibly burn your baby during feeding.
Breastmilk may separate with fat rising to the top. If so, gently swirl container to re-mix.
Label container with date and amount of milk collected; be sure to use oldest milk first.
