The Supple Way
Helps gently stretch flat or inverted nipples.
Baby gets a deeper latch and has fewer problems latching on.

Instructions: Use a liberal amount of nipple gel or lanolin on the nipple prior to applying the Supple Cups for a better seal and rub some of the gel inside the cup. Center the Supple Cup over the nipple and gently squeeze the tip; this will create a gentle vacuum, pulling the nipple into the cup. After it is in place, give a gently tug to make certain the device has a good seal. If pain is experienced, remove and do not squeeze as much from the tip to allow for lower suction. We recommend the Soft Shells for inverted nipples or for sore nipples to be worn over the device.

Helpful Hints: Many bras will cause the device to immediately come off. We recommend the Shells to everyone using the Supple Cups. Place the Shell over the Supple Cup inside your bra and set a timer. Do not wear it over one or two hours on the first day. If you do not have any pain or discomfort, you may advance your time each day. By the end of the week, most people will be able to wear it for eight hours. Do not wear it over eight hours. The Shells for inverted nipples can also be worn opposite of the time the Supples are being worn to speed up treatment time. Using shells for sore and inverted nipples can help prevent a tight bra from flattening out the nipples. It may take up to three weeks before your nipple will fill up the Supple. Do not use excessive suction to speed up this process. Nipple trauma could result and may delay treatment time.

If you are pregnant: Please make sure your OB knows you are using this during pregnancy. Stop use immediately if you notice uterine contractions related to wearing it. In the last trimester, its use may not be recommended. Leaking milk may cause it to dislodge easily and nipple stimulation can cause contractions in the third trimester. It is best to use before becoming pregnant or early on in the pregnancy. Use with caution after 20 weeks gestation.

Postpartum use: This can be used to facilitate breastfeeding after the baby is born. Take it to the hospital and have readily available before delivery. Place it on your nipples with the OB’s approval prior to giving birth. It can also be used in the early days of breastfeeding after the baby is born, but once a copious milk supply has come in, the device will not stay on. For flat nipples, edema and engorgement, Supple Cups can be worn for 5-10 minutes prior to latching baby. Supple Cups enlarge flat nipples and enable the baby to latch. They reduce edema and engorgement when a normal nipple becomes flattened.

Internal dimensions of Supple Cups:
Size	Diameter in mm	Inches	Working length in mm	Inches
#1	11 mm	7/16	15.5 mm	5/8
#2	12.5 mm	1/2	21 mm	13/16
#3	14.5 mm	9/16	21.5 mm	13/16
#4	16.5 mm	5/8	19.5 mm	3/4

Cleaning: Place a few drops of vegetable oil in the Supple Cups and roll between fingers a few times, then place a drop of liquid soap and a little water to remove the oil. They can also be washed in hot soapy water and air-dried or placed in boiling water to sterilize. An ideal new nipple gel that we suggest that is eco friendly is sold by Beaute de Maman (www.beautedemaman.com). More information on nursing creams here.

Warning:
* Stop using immediately for any nipple pain, trauma, sore or blister and contact your health care provider.
* If you experience any tri-phasic color changes of your nipple, contact your health care provider. Color changes of blue, purple, black, deep red or white nipples should be reported.
* Keep out of reach of children and pets; this is a small part and can be a choking hazard.
* Supples should not be worn on open sores, cuts, or where a rash exist.
* Supples should not be placed in the mouth.

Disclaimers:
* Nipple stimulation can cause uterine contractions and possibly bring on early labor, though extremely rare.
* If you are unsure about the status of your pregnancy, please consult with your doctor before using Supple Cups with your pregnancy.
* Supple cups should only be used during normal, low risk, healthy pregnancies.
* Supple cups should be worn according to directions and worn at your own risk, as we are not responsible for misuse of Supple Cups during pregnancy.
* In a normal low risk pregnancy supple cups could be worn for 4 hours a day with no problems. Please check with your OBGYN, or lactation consultant.