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Silicone Breast Milk Collector for GentleBottle Letdown

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This silicone breast milk collector attaches to a GentleBottle and catches letdown from the non-nursing side while your baby feeds on the other, so that milk goes into a bottle instead of a breast pad.

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How it works

The collection attachment is a soft silicone piece that rests in place while you nurse and channels letdown milk into the GentleBottle it sits on. It collects passively, without a pump session, and a stopper is included for storage.

Why parents choose it

  • Catches letdown from the non-nursing side during a feed
  • Soft silicone rests in place while you nurse
  • Builds a milk stash without setting up a pump session
  • Stopper included for storing the collected milk
  • Turns a GentleBottle you already own into a letdown catcher

Who it is for

Good fit for
  • Collecting letdown into a GentleBottle you already own. The bottle is not included.
  • A parent building a stash without running a pump session.
  • Nursing on one side while collecting on the other.
Not right for
  • Anyone without a GentleBottle, since no bottle comes with this.
  • Active pumping. The manual pump set or a pump adapter covers that.
  • Another brand of bottle.

Collecting letdown directly into the bottle baby will feed from means less transferring, less washing, and less wasted milk, a simple setup I'm happy to recommend to pumping parents.

Emma Jenson, IBCLC, Baby's Nook

Why Olababy

Every feeding product is one material, food-grade silicone, soft enough for gums that are still teething and inert enough to go through a dishwasher for years. The panel above names what is in it and what is kept out of it.

Olababy has designed in Portland, Oregon since 2015, with parents testing the things their own children eat from.

Olababy silicone breast milk collector attachment with stopper
Olababy breast milk collector attached to a Mint GentleBottle
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The practical details

What it is made of

Made of
100% high-purity food-grade silicone
Free of
BPA, PVC, lead, phthalate
Tested to
FDA food-contact standards, 21 CFR 177.2600

Specifications

Weighs
4 oz
Designed in
Portland, Oregon

More about this one

How does a letdown collector work while nursing?

The Olababy silicone breast milk collector works passively. While your baby nurses on one side, the soft silicone attachment rests in place on the other side and channels the letdown from that side into the GentleBottle it is fitted to. There is nothing to pump, and the milk lands in a bottle rather than soaking into a breast pad.

Does the milk stay in the GentleBottle it was collected in?

Yes. The Olababy collection attachment channels letdown straight into a GentleBottle, and a stopper comes with it for storage, so the milk is already in a bottle when the feed ends. The bottle itself is not included, so the attachment is made for a GentleBottle you already own.

What is included

1 silicone collection attachment with stopper. It works with a GentleBottle, and the bottle is not included.

How to clean it

Dishwasher safe (top rack).

Shipping and returns

Free US shipping over $49, $6.99 under it. Orders ship the next business day.

Returns and exchanges run for 30 days from purchase, by mail, in three steps.

  1. Ask for a return numberEmail sales@olababy.us or call 503-893-8363 within 30 days of purchase.
  2. Pack it as it arrivedItems go back unused, in their original condition and packaging, with proof of purchase.
  3. Post it backReturn postage is paid by the customer and is not refunded.

A product bought from a retail partner is returned or exchanged through that retailer.

Questions parents ask

What comes in the box?

1 silicone collection attachment with stopper. It works with a GentleBottle, and the bottle is not included.

How do I clean it?

Dishwasher safe (top rack).

What is it made of?

100% high-purity food-grade silicone: BPA, PVC, lead, and phthalate free. Designed in Portland, Oregon.

How big is it?

It weighs 4 oz.

Will this work for a breastfed baby?

The GentleBottle system was designed specifically for breastfed babies, with a soft squeezable body and off-center nipple that mimics a natural latch to reduce bottle refusal.

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Is this safe for my baby?

Yes. Olababy feeding products are made from 100% high-purity food-grade silicone with no fillers, free of BPA, PVC, lead, and phthalates, and tested to FDA food-contact standards.

How do I clean and sterilize it?

Silicone products are dishwasher safe (top rack) and can be sterilized in boiling water or a steam sterilizer. Air-dry fully before storing.

What if it does not work for us?

Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery (see our return policy for details). US shipping is free on orders over $49.

Why buy from olababy.us instead of a retailer?

Olababy.us is the official store and the only place with the complete lineup: every product, every colorway, replacement parts, and bundle pricing. Orders over $49 ship free in the US, returns are accepted for 30 days, and support comes directly from the Olababy team.

Before you buy

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parents on the silicone breast milk collector for gentlebottle letdown

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Highlights

  • Rated 5 out of 5Verified buyer

    Amazing

    Seriously it’s so great. I go analog with pumps and use a manual one but using two at the same time is too tricky. I have a leaky side so I use the milk collector on that side while I pump the other side. Then I switch sides to finish pumping the leaky breast and catch anything leftover from the first pumped breast. I do wish there was a tutorial video, though. I had to try a couple times to get it right and looked for video assistance with no luck. It hasn’t fallen off but I’ve only used it up to two ounces collected. I don’t have the guts to test it more than that yet. Overall I really love the product and it’s exactly what I needed for my pumping routine at work.

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    Morgan Potter
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    Amazing Solution!

    This hand pump is seriously a lifesaver! I recently returned to work and can take a quick break to relieve some fullness without pulling out all of my pumping gear. I have spectra and using the other attachments with the bottle as well. So smart!

    HWTMAMA
  • Rated 2 out of 5Verified buyer

    No suction

    I tried to use this with the 4 oz bottle but could not get a good enough suction for attachment. Notwithstanding, we really like the bottle and colors.

    Alicia Hunter Warner
  • Rated 5 out of 5Verified buyer

    Love it

    Perfect for when we’re out and about

    Taya Bardwell

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Published guidance

published guidance

feeding questions, answered at the source

General information, not medical advice. For guidance specific to your baby, talk with your pediatrician.

When can a baby start baby led weaning?

The American Academy of Pediatrics says babies are usually ready to start solid foods at around 6 months, and that some infants may be ready as early as 4 months. It adds that each child's readiness depends on their own rate of development.

Ifunanya A. AgbimMD, FAAPChristine Waasdorp HurtadoMD, FAAPAmerican Academy of PediatricsBaby-Led Weaning: Is It Safe?, HealthyChildren.org

What does food grade silicone actually mean?

Rubber articles intended for repeated use in contact with aqueous food shall meet the following specifications: The food-contact surface of the rubber article in the finished form in which it is to contact food, when extracted with distilled water at reflux temperature, shall yield total extractives not to exceed 20 milligrams per square inch during the first 7 hours of extraction, nor to exceed 1 milligram per square inch during the succeeding 2 hours of extraction.

US Food and Drug Administration21 CFR 177.2600, Rubber articles intended for repeated use, paragraph (e)

When should my child stop using a sippy cup?

The American Academy of Pediatrics describes sippy cups as a stage children pass through while they are learning, and says it is healthiest for a child to be drinking from an open cup by around 2 years of age.

Jennifer ShuMD, FAAPAmerican Academy of PediatricsDiscontinuing the Bottle, HealthyChildren.org

Why does letting a baby feed themselves matter?

Leslie Schilling, a registered dietitian nutritionist and co-author of a book on baby led weaning, writes in Today's Dietitian that self feeding is a natural first step that can build feeding confidence and oral skills, and can help prevent overfeeding.

Leslie SchillingMA, RDN, CSSD, CSCSToday's DietitianChildren's Nutrition: Embracing Baby-Led Weaning

Does baby led weaning help a baby learn when they are full?

Laura Lucas, a senior clinical dietitian at Texas Children's Hospital, says one of the main benefits of baby led weaning is that it helps babies learn to recognise their own satiety levels, and that with proper handling and supervision it is safe for most babies who are developmentally ready.

Laura LucasMS, RD, CSP, LDTexas Children's HospitalBaby-Led Weaning: What Parents Need to Know

What skills is a baby practising when they feed themselves?

Kimberly Churbock, a physician writing for Cleveland Clinic, describes a baby picking up a piece of food, bringing it to their mouth, manipulating it, chewing and swallowing, and notes that all of those actions require fine motor skills and oral motor skills.

Kimberly ChurbockMDCleveland ClinicBaby-Led Weaning: What It Is and How To Do It Safely

What if my baby is unsure about a new texture?

Amy Klein, an occupational therapist at Cincinnati Children's, writes that for a baby who is not sure about a new taste or texture, self feeding gives them control to manipulate it in their mouth and swallow it or not, and that it also aids hand eye coordination.

Amy KleinMPP, MS, OTR/LCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical CenterBaby-Led Weaning: Pros, Cons and Considering a Moderate Approach

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