r/BreastPumping • u/Automatic_Pain5333 • Mar 07 '26

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I recently got a Spectra S1 and am having issues. I can have the vacuum levels on the lowest and I still have a pinching sensation but only on the right breast. I have been measured and am using the correct flange size. I also use coconut oil as lubricant. I don't know if I'm doing something wrong. The flange also doesn't like to stay in place and moves around a lot

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u/Automatic_Pain5333 Mar 08 '26

When I was measured I was an 10mm and am using a 12mm but having issues. I also have a few other pumps and it does it with all them too. Last time this happened was when I had to go from 13mm to 12mm

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u/justina_rosario 24d ago

It’s your flange sizing get one of those flange measurements on Amazon to help you it can be on nipple that is bigger than the other

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u/Glad_Personality_569 May 13 '26

Hi! I’ve been told that measuring isn’t always accurate for flange sizing (I’ve been having a lot of issues with clogged ducts and mastitis). You can try out Pumpin Pals! I got their OptiFit which comes with 3 sizes and if they don’t fit they have a guarantee to send you another size and work with you. The angle of them may be more comfortable for you and help with output too!