Ready to get started with your Spectra S2 breast pump? Not sure how something works? Look no further as we’ve put together a brand new Spectra S2 breast pump manual, updated for 2018. You can download the manual to have on your phone while you’re using your breast pump, or print it out. Spectra S2 […]
Spectra Baby is hiring! We are growing and need a new awesome Customer Service Team Member! We are looking for someone with awesome customer service skills, breastfeeding and expressing knowledge, great communication and initiative to make things happen. Please have a read through the requirements for the position below and if you think you’d be […]
Ready to get started with your Spectra S1 breast pump? Not sure how something works? Look no further as we’ve put together a brand new Spectra S1 breast pump manual, updated for 2018. You can download the manual to have on your phone while you’re using your breast pump, or print it out. Spectra S1 […]
So you’ve built up a freezer stash – awesome! You might be wondering how to thaw breastmilk from the freezer safely, and without damaging it. Here are several methods you can use to thaw breastmilk from the freezer. Thaw breastmilk overnight in the refrigerator If you know in advanced when you’ll be using frozen breastmilk, […]
If you’re an expecting mother, you might have noticed your breasts leaking. This is completely normal – your body has started producing colostrum, which means you’re getting ready to feed your baby. Colostrum is what you’re newborn baby will eat for the first few days of life while your breastmilk is coming in. You can […]
Being a new mum and being tired go hand in hand – especially if you’re waking up early to use a breast pump. Is caffeine safe while breastfeeding? How much coffee can you drink while breastfeeding? Does caffeine impact your milk supply? This is a common question because your care provider likely recommended limiting caffeine […]
Not ready for another baby? Will birth control impact your milk supply? Here’s what you need to know about birth control and breastfeeding. Hormonal birth control and breastfeeding Under normal circumstances you can safely take hormonal birth control while breastfeeding. Unless you have an older baby (who is not relying exclusively on breastmilk) the birth […]
If you’ve purchased the Spectra 9 plus breast pump, you’re probably aware that it’s one of the most lightweight, quiet and portable pumps on the market. Here’s everything you need to know to get started with your Spectra S9 breast pump. Sterilising your Spectra breast pump parts Before you begin pumping it’s important that you […]
You have two options when it comes to selecting a Spectra breast pump valve. You can choose from either the duck valve or the valve head & membrane set, both of which are interchangeable on your Spectra breastshield. Your Spectra breast pump will come with valves included, however you will need to replace them regularly. […]
If you’ve purchased a breast pump you might be wondering about how to feed expressed breastmilk to your baby. Did you know that there is more than one method for breastmilk feeding? It’s important to be familiar with alternatives to bottle feedings because you never know when you might need them. There’s also more than […]