Elvie Sizing Guide
Which size is right for me?
Already know your nipple measurement?
Use the below table to find your recommended fit:
NIPPLE MEASUREMENT: |
OUR RECOMMENDATION: |
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11 mm - 12 mm |
15 mm Nipple Cushion placed in 24mm Breast Shield |
13 mm - 15 mm |
17 mm Nipple Cushion placed in 24mm Breast Shield |
15 mm - 17 mm |
19 mm Nipple Cushion placed in 24mm Breast Shield |
17 mm - 19 mm |
21mm Breast Shield |
20 mm - 22 mm |
24mm Breast Shield |
23 mm - 26 mm |
28mm Breast Shield |
If you have smaller sized nipples you might also need Elvie Nipple Cushions. These fit inside 24mm Elvie Breast Shields (which are included with all Elvie breast pumps).
Understanding breast pump sizing
Why is sizing so important?
What Breast Shield sizes are available?
Elvie makes three different Breast Shields. Sizes 21mm, 24mm and 28mm are available. You can tell the Breast Shields apart by the symbols on them.
You can purchase Elvie Breast Shields for Elvie Pump and Elvie Stride with our accessories.
What if the Elvie Breast Shields are too big?
What am I sizing?
Good question. The answer is your nipple. More specifically, the width of the base of your nipple. The base of your nipple is where it meets the areola.
It’s important to size both of your nipples. No two nipples are the same, so you might find you need different sizes for left and right.
How do I find the right size?
Already own an Elvie Breast Pump and Shields? You can use the fit lines on the Breast Shield itself. To see if a Breast Shield fits, start by putting it on your nipple. If it fits you, the fit lines should line up with the outside of your nipple.
Yet to buy an Elvie Breast Pump? We'd recommend using our sizing tool before you buy.
Do my nipples really change size?
Yup, they certainly do. Your nipples could get bigger or smaller before and after giving birth.
This is why It’s really important to check your Breast Shield sizing during your pumping journey. We’d recommend doing this every couple of weeks.
Where do I start?
If you ever need more help with sizing, please reach out. Our Customer Care Team is on hand to answer all your questions.