Linda,
Ameda Egnell's newer kits (hygeinikits) are closed systems- no air is
exchanged between the pump and the milk, therefore the tubing never has to be
washed.  This is the reason for the change in cleaning recommendations. I
recommend that moms wash the diaphragm, valve, collection container and pump
body in hot soapy water.  Moms of hospitalized infants are counseled to
sterilize once each 24 hours, or follow the NICU's protocol.  We don't want
the milk being dumped for failure to follow the rules.
        It is my understanding that it is okay to use product names if you are
transmitting information or opinions.  It is not okay to advertise- to offer
an item for sale to participants on Lactnet.  Is this correct, Kathleens?
        Catherine Watson Genna, IBCLC   NYC  [log in to unmask]