Sterilizing Spectra® Breast Pump Parts

[@petarb45]

Thank you for detailed tutorial! Best regards from half a globe across the world :)

[@spectrababyusa1010]

Glad we can help and appreciate your comment!

[@moiayap2743]

Can I sterilize the parts before first use and every after using in my philips avent sterilizer instead of boiling water? Thank you

[@spectrababyusa1010]

Yes you can. But no more than 5 minutes.

[@senorashepard4386]

I thought you couldn't get the tubing wet and that you had to replace them if you did? I sanitized all the parts without closely reading the manual first so the inside of my tubing is currently wet.

[@spectrababyusa1010]

Hi Senora. Yes, the tubing doesn't need sanitizing as it never comes in contact with breast milk. You can try and hang it to air dry, but if it takes a while, we recommend replacing it.

[@amycircelli4143]

I boiled my parts before first use and since have been washing the parts with antibac wash after each use and airdrying. Is this correct? Or should I be boiling after each use? Thanks

[@spectrababyusa1010]

CDC recommends washing all parts in warm soapy water after use and sanitizing 1x a day for added germ removal. Here's more information --> www.cdc.gov/healthywater/pdf/hygiene/breast-pump-fact-sheet-p.pdf

[@amaanriza7589]

How often should you be sterilising the pump parts? should they be sterilised after every use?

[@spectrababyusa1010]

The CDC recommends washing all pump parts that come into contact with breast milk after every use and sanitizing them once a day for extra germ removal. For more information, download the sheet provided here: www.cdc.gov/hygiene/pdf/breastpumpkit-clean-508.pdf

[@nicolelee8483]

This video is a bit confusing. For the boiling water method, do you boil the water first, put the pump parts in, then take out after 3-5 minutes OR put all the parts in the water, bring to a boil, wait 5 minutes and then take out??

[@Pinksodabubbles]

Agree I was just about to ask the same oddly!

[@spectrababyusa1010]

Once the water reaches boiling point, turn off the heat and then submerge accessories in boiling water - the water should continue to boil. Remove accessories after 3-5 min. You can message our LCs directly at [e-mail]. Congratulations on your breastfeeding journey!

[@marys5090]

@@spectrababyusa1010 how does this work for Induction cooktops? Unlike gas/electric stoves, the water does not continue to boil for more than a second or two once it’s shut off.

[@ctry4702]

@@marys5090 just put it lower. don’t turn off. The water should be at 100C to sterilize. If u turn off, it won’t boil and it ain’t sterilization.

[@marys5090]

@@ctry4702 thank you! We just left it to boil. The video footage doesn’t match the written instructions either so I just made my best guess…

[@shelynasawatzky4697]

Can I use the Dr Brown’s electric sterilizer? The cycle on the machine is 8 mins.

[@spectrababyusa1010]

We recommend sterilizing all parts no more than 5 min. For more information on routine cleaning visit: www.spectrababyusa.com/manuals/

[@wampastompastomp]

Does boiling the parts kill off mold?

[@spectrababyusa1010]

We recommend replacing if mold is present on the Spectra baby USA accessories. Please connect with us at [e-mail] if you have any additional questions. Wishing you the best!

[@btctothemoon7504]

Are we sure we should be putting boiling water on the plastic?

[@spectrababyusa1010]

The CDC recommends sanitizing your accessories at initial use and once daily after being cleaned for extra germ protection. Learn more about cleaning your Spectra baby USA accessories at www.spectrababyusa.com/cleaning-your-spectra-baby-usa-pump-and-accessories/.

[@itz.mariavicz]

Sooo question.. if the 3-piece UFO looking thing only has one side, if I understand correctly, which comes in contact with the milk, do all 3 parts still need to be cleaned and sterilised?

[@spectrababyusa1010]

Yes. The Backflow Protector and its' 3 parts, need to be cleaned after every use.

[@itz.mariavicz]

@@spectrababyusa1010 thanks a million!

[@radhikakamath3972]

What to do if there is hard water sediments in the pumping parts

[@spectrababyusa1010]

If you find hard water sediments on your breast pump parts, cleaning them thoroughly is important to maintain their functionality and ensure proper hygiene. Refer to the CDC guidelines for detailed instructions on safe cleaning practices. www.cdc.gov/hygiene/pdf/breastpumpkit-clean-508.pdf

[@hastidwisetiati7410]

Can I use Philips Avent Steam Sterilizer to sterilize instead of boiling water?

[@spectrababyusa1010]

Yes, but not more than 5 minutes or the parts will warp.

[@rebeccaschadt7136]

Hey, can you sterilize them in the Medela steam bags???

[@spectrababyusa1010]

Hi Rebecca. It is possible but you must refer to the manufacturers manual and adhere to their guidelines.

[@manonlucci7781]

Can’t you just sterilize everything in a microwave sterilizer?

[@nicoleoliver9109]

Hey i’m a spectra dad while mommas breastfeeding okay so say hi to us dads too please

[@spectrababyusa1010]

We LOVE our Spectra dads! Thank you for all that you do to support breastfeeding!

[@ctry4702]

Sorry but what does she have in her mouth? I had to turn on the volume so high to be able to hear what she is saying. Also confusing video. Why can’t we use the sterilizer & drier machines (like we do with Medela parts)???

[@marys5090]

I use the Avent microwave sterilizer. Should I not? Assuming they didn't mention it because it's a different brand? I used the pot at first but it feels dangerous to have a boiling pot and newborn near one another so often

[@mymak-jq1hy]

You can, but they're hard on the parts, so you'll probably need to replace them a bit more often. Medela says the same thing about their parts.

[@spectrababyusa1010]

We recommend sterilizing all parts no more than 5 min. For more information on routine cleaning visit: www.spectrababyusa.com/manuals/

[@Dree2022]

Can I use the baby Brezza to sterilize instead of boiling water?

[@spectrababyusa1010]

Yes no more than 5 min.