I like the soft rim sound the shield, it keeps from digging into my skin. I also liked that it was a smaller size than the standard large ones that are typocally provided, but i still needed a smaller flange. They do run shorter than other brands so at times I felt my nipple was all the way to the back of it, but never had a problem with milk output.

The silicone rings on these were a game changer. I had the original one with my eldest, but these were so much more comfortable. The silicone allowed them to fit snugly without pinching and improved suction greatly. Super easy to clean just washed and then popped in a microwave sterilising bag

Game changer! I love these breast shields!!As a first time mom and breastfeeder I don’t have much to compare to and often become a “silent sufferer” in many areas because of this. The general plastic breast shields were terribly uncomfortable and on the verge of painful, but what did I know? Until I talked to a friend, and mom of 2, who informed me of more comfortable breast shields. I looked into Medela products because that is the brand of pump I have. After reading reviews (good and bad) I gave these a try. I was blown away! Pumping is so much more comfortable for me now! I sized down from the average medium that the pump kit came with (plastic shields), which has also made a nice difference. Also the oval shape of these is more comfortable as well. I found my ... MoreGame changer! I love these breast shields!!As a first time mom and breastfeeder I don’t have much to compare to and often become a “silent sufferer” in many areas because of this. The general plastic breast shields were terribly uncomfortable and on the verge of painful, but what did I know? Until I talked to a friend, and mom of 2, who informed me of more comfortable breast shields. I looked into Medela products because that is the brand of pump I have. After reading reviews (good and bad) I gave these a try. I was blown away! Pumping is so much more comfortable for me now! I sized down from the average medium that the pump kit came with (plastic shields), which has also made a nice difference. Also the oval shape of these is more comfortable as well. I found my milk comes out more easily as well.LOVE LOVE LOVE

I received these from my post discharge after my c section to help me pump. These are comfortable but the only down side is we have to hold them while it’s pumping. I do wish there was an automatic one where we didn’t have to hold non stop. Sometimes if we don’t hold strong enough, it can loosen and come out so we always have to use strength. But other than that it’s been working great for me while pumping while my babies are in NICU and I’m able to support and get them milk. The cleaning is easy to rinse with water. Sizing is good too. It’s pretty comfortable. I just wish they had more automatic where we don’t have to hold the entire time. Great product. Medela is such a great brand. I highly recommend!

Absolutely crucial. You can use these on your harmony hand pump, and multiple other pump types. Getting the right size absolutely changed the game for me with pumping. I also LOVE the comfort of the white rim compared to other all hard plastic pump flanges. Chefs kiss, these are perfect

All are too big

I understand that I may be a minority here, but I cant believe how big these are. They are supposed to fit around the tip of your nipple with just a little bit areola. I bought the smallest size they carry (21mm) and it's still pulling half my areola through the tube. Also they could be made of a softer silicone material instead of rock hard plastic. If you are hating the way your pump is pulling on your breast tissue, look into pumpin palms. They carry a much wider range of silicone shields that can be placed into the medela ones. I can't believe healthcare pushes breastfeeding onto moms and lactation consultants don't talk about breast pumps. Do they think most nursing moms don't work? Because in this economy most moms have to...

Disappointed in flange sizing options

I was initially very happy when I purchased my Medela Pump in style, excited to use a hospital grade pump to ensure my newborn was receiving my breastmilk after having latching issues. Needless to say, my opinion of Medela quickly changed when I realized the smallest flanges they have available is 21mm.. I am a 15mm. Pumping is quite uncomfortable and can get painful, even on the lowest setting; and ultimately my supply is dwindling, despite my constant pumping every 2 hours for 30-60 minutes! I wish I would have known this before purchasing, as I would have never wasted $500 on what’s supposed to be the ‘best brand out there’. Medela needs to start providing sizes starting at 15mm. I really don’t understand why Medela does not, when there are other brands that do ... MoreI was initially very happy when I purchased my Medela Pump in style, excited to use a hospital grade pump to ensure my newborn was receiving my breastmilk after having latching issues. Needless to say, my opinion of Medela quickly changed when I realized the smallest flanges they have available is 21mm.. I am a 15mm. Pumping is quite uncomfortable and can get painful, even on the lowest setting; and ultimately my supply is dwindling, despite my constant pumping every 2 hours for 30-60 minutes! I wish I would have known this before purchasing, as I would have never wasted $500 on what’s supposed to be the ‘best brand out there’. Medela needs to start providing sizes starting at 15mm. I really don’t understand why Medela does not, when there are other brands that do provide the smaller sized flanges; there are many women who need the smaller ones! If you are a mother or mother to be who plans on pumping, check your nipple size first and don’t waste your money like I did. Medela obviously isn’t planning on making smaller flanges anytime soon, as I’ve read reviews dating back over a year from women saying the same as I; as well as Medela responses saying they are ‘working on it’. I am utterly disappointed with Medela.

Flanges Too Big!

I had to have emergency surgery after my sons birth, and due to my small nipples and groggy state, I had to use nipple shields to encourage breastfeeding in the first few weeks of my sons life. I soon developed De Quervain's tenosynovitis in both of my wrists, which made maneuvering my son into latch position extremely painful. Pumping became the only way that I could continue feeding my son breast milk, which is extremely important to me. My husband bought me the Medela Free Style, thinking it was the best of the best. It was a non refundable purchas for obvious reasons, so we put a lot of stock into your reputation. When I realized that the standard flanges didn't fit, I purchased the 21mm adapters at additional cost. They are still too big!Unfortunately I ... MoreI had to have emergency surgery after my sons birth, and due to my small nipples and groggy state, I had to use nipple shields to encourage breastfeeding in the first few weeks of my sons life. I soon developed De Quervain's tenosynovitis in both of my wrists, which made maneuvering my son into latch position extremely painful. Pumping became the only way that I could continue feeding my son breast milk, which is extremely important to me. My husband bought me the Medela Free Style, thinking it was the best of the best. It was a non refundable purchas for obvious reasons, so we put a lot of stock into your reputation. When I realized that the standard flanges didn't fit, I purchased the 21mm adapters at additional cost. They are still too big!Unfortunately I continue to struggle, as this extremely expensive pump does not come with flanges that are small enough for a proper fit. As a consequence, I have suffered from plugged ducts on numerous occasions and pumping takes me a very long time. No other companies make flanges in a smaller size that are compatible with this model of pump, and I am not in a position to spend another $600 on a pump that has a flange size that will fit. Oddly enough, the nipple shields that I used in the beginning while breastfeeding, which are made by Medela, come in 20mm size, which fit perfectly.Many women I talk to who have small nipples struggle with breastfeeding and rely on pumping to feed their infants. It is extremely disappointing that the company that makes the best pumps (and I admit the actual pump is AMAZING), does not make flanges that will work for a demographic that so heavily relies on their products - those of us with small nipples! Please, please, please, make smaller flanges for your pumps.Do not recommend to women with small nipples.

Too big. Need smaller sizes

I’m a size 17 and when I was in the hospital, I was sized incorrectly for the size 21 that came with my in style pump. I experienced so much pain and frustration for the first month. When i got resized and purchased new flanges, I was really happy. What made me extremely disappointed is that I couldn’t purchase these parts from Medela and now I have a bunch of parts that are pretty much useless because my new flanges came in one part, not multiple.I have seen other reviews and it looks like this request for smaller sizes has been going on for over a year if not longer. Please get it together and get smaller sizes for women like myself. The excruciating pain that comes with using the wrong size is unbearable.