Pumping with traditional flanges and collection cups

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Hello y'all. I'm currently using Pumpables GA with the Medela cups and I find that they don't empty me as efficient and would have to pump for 40-50 mins to reach the same amount as the traditional flanges. I understand also that using collection cups are considered as secondary.

I do want to maximize what I could get tho... So my question is for those who pump with both traditional flanges and collection cups - do you use the same pump settings for both options or do you tweak them each? What about the flange inserts, do you use the same sizes too?

Also please share if you have any pointers on using and wearing the collection cups correctly! How do I know if it feels correct, how to tell if bra is too tight or if my boobs are squished enough but not too much that no milk will come out? 😅

TIA!

Posted Mar 6, 2026, 5:30 PM UTC

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