I am concerned that this product will be incredibly difficult to clean properly.
Nina Berry
Australia
On 10/02/2011, at 6:09 AM, Jennifer Welch wrote:

> Hello wise ones,
> 
> I have just finished looking at some literature from medela promoting their new "Calma" teat.  I have yet to see any critical reviews of this product.  They claim that it "eliminates nipple confusion."  That's a big claim.  I've seen no research that evaluates this claim.  The requirement for baby to generate suction for milk to flow sounds like a step in the right direction, but I am not convinced.  I need more info about how breastfed babies fair with this product in real life.  What about the other factors involved in nipple confusion?  Yes, I am trying practise my critical thinking skills!  But wow!  is their marketing ever seductive!
> 
> In my area, there are many moms who offer EBM to their babies via bottles.  While I am well aware of the problems with this, it is the reality in my city.  I would like to have a full picture of this product so I know whether or not it is a good option for moms who insist (or truly need to) on using a bottle.
> 
> Do any of you have any independant (i.e. did not come from medela) info to share?  Do any of you have any experience with this product?
> 
> Thanks for any info you can share.  Feel free to email me privately.
> 
> Jennifer Welch, IBCLC, LLLL
> Montreal, Quebec, Canada
> 
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