Ep. 5: Flange Size Matters: A Comparative Pilot Study of the Flange FITS Guide Versus Traditional Sizing Methods

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Ep. 5: Flange Size Matters: A Comparative Pilot Study of the Flange FITS Guide Versus Traditional Sizing Methods

The Journal of Human Lactation Podcast

38 minutes 3 seconds

9 months ago

Ep. 5: Flange Size Matters: A Comparative Pilot Study of the Flange FITS Guide Versus Traditional Sizing Methods

Episode Title: Flange Fit Matters: A Deep Dive into Pumping Comfort and Milk Output

Authors: Lisa Anders, Jeanette Mesite Frem, Thomas McCoy

Full bios for all authors of the study available at ⁠⁠JHL’s podcast page⁠

Podcast Summary:

In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking research on flange sizing for breast pumps, featured in the article Flange Size Matters: A Comparative Pilot Study of the Flange-Fits Guide Versus Traditional Sizing Methods. Hosts Ellen Chetwynd and Adina Kopinsky are joined by researchers Dr. Lisa Anders and Jeanette Mesite Frem to discuss their findings on how smaller-fit flange sizing impacts milk output and pumping comfort.

The conversation covers:

How smaller flange sizes improve milk output and reduce discomfort
The evolving field of lactation research and the practical applications of these findings.
The need for continued research on flange shapes, materials, and the physiological mechanisms of pumping.

Key Takeaway:

Customized flange sizing is crucial for maximizing pumping efficiency and comfort, challenging outdated practices and paving the way for better lactation support.

Resources:

Link to the article: this is an open access article, free for anyone to open at any time! Flange Size Matters: A Comparative Pilot Study of the Flange FITS Guide Versus Traditional Sizing Methods

Anders LA, Mesite Frem J, McCoy TP. Flange Size Matters: A Comparative Pilot Study of the Flange FITS Guide Versus Traditional Sizing Methods. Journal of Human Lactation. 2024;0(0). doi:10.1177/08903344241296036

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