dminer84
Fulfilling a dream...
I'm planning on doing the same when I'm a bit bigger. My ex used this system and we had to evaluate the sizing. Thankfully the shields aren't highly expensive but I would suggest getting a set of small and medium (the system used to come with mediums). I know if I started now that I would be using small myself. It would be similar to noogleberry -- just size up as needed over time. Oh.. And a pump bra is very handy too (to free the hands ).
As for the 'letdown' button, you do want to use it a bit but not often until you've gotten accustomed. It causes the machine to cycle a more vigorous suckling-like action (2 minutes if I recall). Also, pay close attention to your nipples over the days and weeks for drying or rashes. My ex had a rough time initially until we found the right size shield and a mild lube that was safe for our daughter.
DJ
As for the 'letdown' button, you do want to use it a bit but not often until you've gotten accustomed. It causes the machine to cycle a more vigorous suckling-like action (2 minutes if I recall). Also, pay close attention to your nipples over the days and weeks for drying or rashes. My ex had a rough time initially until we found the right size shield and a mild lube that was safe for our daughter.
DJ