S12 Pro breast pumps are with 3 modes which are expression, stimulation, and mixed along with 9 levels of suction intensity for each mode so that every mom can find the best mode for herself to cater to each pumping need.
Momcozy Breast Pump Settings
What is this? The modes are: Heart – letdown mode/massage mode/stimulation mode – quick bursts. Droplet – normal mode/expression mode – slower longer pulls.
2-Phase Expression imitates baby's natural sucking action and switches from a fast to a slow rhythm during pumping: Stimulation Phase: Pumping rhythm of >100 cycles/minute. Fast and efficient to start milk flow. Expression Phase: Slower pumping rhythm of between 42 and 87 cycles/minute.
Stimulation is a fast paced suction pattern that stimulates the nipple to bring on milk flow or let down. With Willow Go™, there are six different levels of rapid stimulation. Expression is a slower and stronger suction pattern. Often best for expressing milk from the breast once milk has begun to flow.
What I generally recommend is starting in letdown mode, and then once you see your milk start flowing, switch to expression mode. However, sometimes women find that they get more output by staying in letdown/massage mode for the entire pumping session, and they wonder whether or not this is okay.
Expression Mode: Expression mode is used after your letdown and once milk starts flowing. This is where you'll find a slower but stronger suction. Many moms choose to alternate between massage and expression mode to stimulate second or third letdowns. Some moms even prefer to stay in one mode the entire time.
When you start pumping, most pumps will begin in the “letdown phase” – which is lighter and quieter – for about two minutes. During this time, before you letdown, you might see milk dribbling out your nipple, and just a few drops going into the bottles.
Stimulation mode means to stimulate milk production to flow. In stimulation mode, the breast pump attempts to mimic the sucking pattern of a breastfeeding infant, which begins with a quick sucking pattern.
You can expect to stay in Expression Mode for anywhere from 3-6 minutes. Most digital pumps will switch back at the 3-minute mark. Again, as you learn your body, you will know the timeframe that best fits you. You want to encourage your milk to letdown again.
Massage mode mimics the quick gentle suckling of a baby to initiate a letdown. Expression mode mimics slow, deep suckling once milk flow has begun.
Many moms assume that having a pump with a higher suction strength will automatically mean that they will be able to pump more milk, but in fact, pumping at too high of a setting can actually inhibit your milk production.
Dual phase — alternately known as split phase — is basically the same thing as single phase. Dual phase consists of an Alternating Current (AC) with two wires. In the United States, the typical power setup in households consists of two 120 V power wires — a phase A and a phase B, which are out of phase by 180 degrees.
Massage mode, lower strength and faster cycles, is the first part of a pumping session. Indicated by the image of a hand, this stimulates the nipple with gentle tugging to alert the body to release milk and relax. This step lasts one-three minutes, and can manually be switched once milk flow becomes consistent.
Use Both The Sides While Nursing
Many women just start sticking to one side while nursing. However, if you want to increase your milk supply then you need to use both sides while nursing. You may notice that your baby doesn't take the side they are not used to but offer it anyway.
Time: Generally, the time of using the breast pump is about 8 minutes, and the whole process is controlled within 20 minutes. It should not be too long.
The stimulation mode normally lasts about two minutes, but once you see milk flowing as described, it's important to switch to the expression phase. This is because that first let down typically provides around 36% of the milk volume, so you'll be taking advantage of your flow to collect more milk.
Generally, moms should be pumping every 3 hours. Pumping more often can help stimulate breasts to produce more milk. Moms can try pumping both breasts for 15 minutes every two hours for 48-72 hours. Then moms can return to their normal pumping routine. Pumping for longer than 30 minutes may not be beneficial.
Hand expression increases the pressure inside the breast by compressing the alveoli that hold the milk and hence, pushing it into the ducts and towards the openings in the nipple. Pumping decreases the pressure outside the breast by creating a vacuum at the nipple. This is called suction.
There is no hard fast rule for using massage mode. Some pumping mamas find more success leaving their breast pump in massage mode the entire time, while others only use it at the beginning of their session, and even some don't use it at all – and so on and so forth.
Max suction value range: 280～300mmHg. Low Noise - Innovative pumping technology, the sound is less than 55 dB when used, and will not disturb a sleeping baby.
At one week, you should be able to pump two to three ounces every two to three hours, or about 24 ounces in a 24 hour period. You would need to double this amount if you have twins, triple it for triplets, etc.
Increasing your milk supply will take time, so don't give up. Even dry pumps (when you pump but nothing comes out) sends a signal to your body that more milk is needed on tap, so it's getting the work done even if there's no output to show for it right away. Stick with it and you'll see the results after a few days.
If there is a continual delay in letdown from the breast it can lead to reduced milk supply. Babies are also really in tune with how their mother's are feeling. Your baby can totally sense when you are sad, stressed, or anxious.
To put a number on it, it usually takes about 20 to 30 minutes after feeding to generate enough milk for your baby, and about 60 minutes to replenish fully. The more often your baby feeds, and the more they empty your breasts, the more milk your body will produce.