Q: What is a Milk Band?
A: A Milk Band is a breastfeeding bracelet used to remind a nursing mother which breast she last started her feeding from as well as either what time the last feeding started or ended, when the next feeding may begin and/or how long your baby fed.
Q: Will Milk Bands™ wear out?
A: With proper use and care one Milk Band nursing bracelet should last for months.
Q: How many nursing bracelets will I need?
A: We have customers that buy all colors available to match different outfits but one Milk Band may be just enough. Some mothers wear more than one Milk Band to track twins or other activities. We recommend one breastfeeding bracelet to be used per nursing child.
Q: Milk Bands™ look like they are made of rubber. Are they comfortable?
A: Our breastfeeding bracelets are made of soft, flexible and breathable silicone. You’re baby will not be bothered by this piece of jewelry under his or her neck.
Q: I'm allergic to latex, will I have an allergic reaction to Milk Bands™?
A: Unlike latex, silicone is a material that is not associated with any allergic reactions.
Q: What are Milk Bands™ made of?
A: Milk Bands™ are manufactured from silicone rubber compounds, the same materials used in baby bottle nipples.
Q: Can Milk Bands™ be sterilized?
A: Yes, Milk Bands™ can be sterilized by placing them in boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes. It may cause a slight color fade.
Q: Are Milk Bands™ safe?
A: Yes, Milk Bands™ nursing bracelets are made of pure silicone, a material that shows no allergic reactions. However, we recommend not to allow your child to play with the breastfeeding bracelet.
Q: Can I swim while wearing Milk Bands™?
A: Yes. Our breastfeeding bracelet can be worn during any activity wet or dry.
Q: Can the slider fall off of the Milk Band?
A: Under normal circumstances the sliders stay in place until moved by the wearer. If you need replacement sliders click here to purchase them. They are free, just pay a small shipping fee.
Q: Can I still use my Milk Bands™ bracelet even if I no longer breastfeed?
A: Of course you can! Wear your nursing bracelet to keep track of appointment times, how many glasses of water you drank, how many dirty diapers your baby has had during the day (use it to keep track of your parking stall!)…use your imagination!
Q: Can I use Milk Bands™ nursing bracelet even if I bottle feed?
A: Of course! Whether your baby is breastfed or bottle fed, Milk Bands™ can help you observe and record your baby’s feeding routine.
Q: Can Milk Bands™ nursing bracelet help prevent breast lopsidedness?
A: With continued and proper use, Milk Bands™ should prevent post nursing lopsidedness. There is no better product on the market to help a nursing mother consistently alternate which breast is offered first at each feeding.
