Do I need to replace Medela tubing?

Do I need to replace Medela tubing?

Spectra recommends replacing tubing immediately if breast milk or other moisture gets into the pump because it can damage the motor, or if it easily slides off when not in use. However, Medela says that tubing can be washed or dried if moisture threatens the pump. Otherwise, replace every three to six months.

Can you reuse breast pump tubing?

Answer: “If a breast pump has a separate breast cover and tubing, then it can be reused once cleaned, but the pumps are not labeled as such. Breast pumps that are reused by different mothers can carry infectious diseases, such as HIV or hepatitis.”

Can you share Medela tubing?

The only pumps that are safe to share are hospital grade pumps like the Medela Symphony and can only be shared using your own pumping kit.

Do you have to clean Medela tubing after each use?

Fortunately, Medela tubing does not need to be cleaned after every use, or even frequently. The tubing only needs to be cleaned when it comes into contact with breast milk or any other contaminant. When it is time to clean the tubing, simply submerge it in warm, soapy water.

Do all Medela pumps use the same tubing?

Only Medela offers replacement tubing tested and designed to work with your Pump In Style Advanced Breast Pump. Works with all Medela Pump In Style Advanced Breast Pumps, including the Advanced Starter Set and Advanced Personal Double Breast Pumps*.

How often replace Medela pump parts?

Medela pump parts such as valves and membranes should be replaced every 2 to 8 weeks. This depends on the number of pumping sessions they are used in each day. Other Medela pump parts such as breast shields, connectors, and bottles should be replaced every 6 months or if they look dirty.

Can I use someone else’s Medela breast pump?

With the exception of multiple user pumps, the FDA considers breast pumps to be single-user devices. That means that a breast pump should only be used by one woman because there is no way to guarantee the pump can be cleaned and disinfected between uses by different women.

Does Medela tubing come in contact with milk?

It is not necessary to clean breast pump tubing unless it comes in contact with breast milk. If you wash your tubing, make sure you hang it to air dry before attaching it to your breast pump.

Are all Medela parts compatible?

Note: Most Medela parts are compatible with all Medela Pumps. The exceptions are the Freestyle pumps and Hospital grade pumps. Those may have some unique parts. I have flagged a few items that are different.

Can Medela tubing be used for breast pump?

Medela tubing is great as a spare or replacement to worn or damaged tubing. One set of two tubes comes in each retail package. Works with all Medela Pump In Style Advanced Breast Pumps, including the Advanced Starter Set and Advanced Personal Double Breast Pumps*.

What is the best replacement tubing for a breast pump?

Medela Authentic Pump Accessories: Only Medela offers replacement tubing tested and designed to work with your Pump in Style Breast Pump. Medela tubing is great as a spare or replacement to worn or damaged tubing.

Can I use the new pump in style with Maxflow breast pump?

No, the NEW Pump In Style with MaxFlow breast pump and prior Pump In Style Advanced breast pumps have different tubing designed to optimize their individual performance. Tubing is not compatible between these two pump types.