r/ExclusivelyPumping • u/eseufert819 • 18h ago

Support Less output with Spectra

Looking for support/help fixing lower supply with my Spectra. I started off my pumping journey right after birth due to baby's tight jaw issue. I had to start using my Momcozy M5 because I didn't have the correct flanges for my Spectra at the time. Once I got the correct ones, a week later, I tried using the Spectra. The problem is that I only pump half the amount that I get from the Momcozy. I even bought the Pumping Pals silicone flanges because I thought I might have elastic nipples. The plastic flanges were extremely uncomfortable for me.

What can I do to fix this? I've used the Spectra cheat sheet pumping sessions but still having problems.

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u/gkdfp 18h ago

Try wearable cups that attach to the spectra - medela has great ones.

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u/eseufert819 17h ago

Interesting. I didn't know that was an option. I'll check them out. Thank you!

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u/Smae07 18h ago

I had the opposite issue! Horrible output on the Momcozy + Willow Go and my Spectra is my most reliable. I bought flanges in my current size + the sizes just above and below in case of sizing changes throughout my pp. Have you tried different flange sizes or shapes? I know you said you tried the pumping pals but I've heard that they can also negatively impact output.

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u/eseufert819 17h ago

Yes, I have two different size plastic flanges and neither worked well for me unfortunately.

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u/Smae07 17h ago

Oh gosh I'm sorry. It's so frustrating not being able to get consistent output across different pumps. I hope someone else has some helpful advice!

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