Stillkäppchen ( Brestfeeding caps )
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The Important instructions for the handling and care of the breastfeeding caps. ( Stillkäppchen )
Properties:
The brestfeeding caps (Stillkäppchen) are handmade from pure tin. They serve to protect the nipples in general and, in the case of over-irritation or inflammation during the brestfeeding period, they help to create a climate which reduces these discomforts. As you will see below, during use these brestfeeding caps ( Stillkäppchen ) are "linded" with fresh breast milk, which both antibacterial and antiseptic qualities that help to reduce any form of abrasion or inflammation on the skin.
Due to its properties as a metal, tin helps to regulate the situation between wet and dry, thus reducing the potential of any form of irritation, and gently supports the healing process.
Handling, perfect shape:
These breastfeeding caps ( Stillkäppchen ) are , in their basic form, firm. However, since thin is vey soft, they can, with a little force, be molded by hand into the ideal shape for you.
Adjustment:
You can put on and wear these brestfeeding caps without any need for correction. Nevertheless, should you begin to feel any pressure at any particular point/s, please, first, check that your clothing is not too tight. If this is not the case, then second, remember the position of the breastfeeding cap and identify the exact point/s where you can feel the discomfort. Bend these areas into the correct shape, as described above. Check the fit and, once they have the perfect shape for you, place the cap in this position from now on.
Care:
It is recommended that you clean the breastfeeding caps regularly and thoroughly. Please rinse off any detergent residues thoroughly with very hot water. For desinfection, use boiling water and preferably an appropriate metal sieve. As tin has a low melting point, contact with the hotplate shoud be avoided.
Application:
Follow the basic instructions of your midwife or lactation consultant. Before their first use, the caps should be cleanded in boiling water. The caps should preferably be moistened with a little breast milk or filled with breast milk. This activates the natural healing proberties of the tin. Before breastfeeding carefully remove any oder breast milk and gently clean the nipples. A constantly fresh climate in the breastfeeding caps promotes the healing process.
Storage:
When you no longer need the caps, pack them in an airtight container and store them in a dark place, protected from direkt light. Before reuse they should be boilde to desinfect them.
Breastfeeding caps ( Stillkäppchen ) should only be used for the described purpose.
Hilden Stillkäppchen were developed in consultation with midwives and lactation consultants. The effectiveness is based on traditional midwifery knoweledge and experience.
Breastfeeding caps are not an approved medical product.