EasyManua.ls Logo

Medela BabyWeigh User Manual

Medela BabyWeigh
24 pages
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Page #1 background imageLoading...
Page #1 background image
BabyWeigh, Supplemental Nursing System and SNS are trademarks and
Medela is a registrated trademark of Medela, Inc.
1907181 C 1109 ©2009 Medela, Inc.
Medela, Inc.
P.O. Box 660, 1101 Corporate Drive
McHenry, IL 60051-0660 USA
Phone: (800) 435-8316
Fax: (815) 363-1246
Email: customer.service@medela.com
www.medela.com

Other manuals for Medela BabyWeigh

Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the Medela BabyWeigh and is the answer not in the manual?

Medela BabyWeigh Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMedela
ModelBabyWeigh
CategoryScales
LanguageEnglish

Summary

BabyWeigh Scale Assembly

Understanding Baby Weighing

Purpose of the BabyWeigh Scale

Explains how the scale helps measure milk intake during breastfeeding for assessment.

Baby Needing Additional Milk

Discusses complements and supplements to breastfeeding when additional milk is required.

What is Test-Weighing?

Unique BabyWeigh Scale Features

Baby Weighing Safety Precautions

Performing Test-Weights

Recording Test-Weight Data

Details recording test-weights, complements, and supplements on a milk intake record.

Identifying Need for Additional Milk

Explains how to understand baby's intake pattern and consult care providers for milk requirements.

Duration of BabyWeigh Scale Use

Discusses factors influencing the length of scale use and when it may no longer be needed.

Additional Questions & Guidance

Handling Diaper Changes During Weighing

Explains how bowel movements or urination affect test-weight accuracy and diaper changes.

Accounting for Spitting or Drooling

Advises on using a bib for spit-up/drool and not including it in the weight measurement.

Performing Routine Daily Weights

Details the steps for conducting a routine daily weight measurement for the baby.

Understanding the Reweigh Button

Explains the function of the REWEIGH button for rechecking baby's weight without removal.

Scale Care and Closing Remarks

BabyWeigh Scale Special Care

Provides guidance on avoiding sunlight, heat, water, and battery replacement indicators.

Detailed Test-Weight Procedure

Scale Setup and Leveling

Ensures the scale is on a flat, stable surface using the level indicator before weighing.

Baby's Attire for Weighing

Instructs to dress the baby in the same clothes/blankets for both weighings for accuracy.

Obtaining Initial Baby Weight

Details pressing ON/ZERO, waiting for '0', and locking the 'before' weight into memory.

Recording and Post-Weigh Actions

Guides on recording the 'before' weight and keeping the scale on during breastfeeding.

Obtaining Final Baby Weight

Explains pressing ON/ZERO again and waiting for the fluctuating display to settle for 'after' weight.

Calculating and Recording Milk Intake

Details using the WEIGHT GAIN button to calculate intake and recording final weights.

Milk Intake Record Sample and Guidance

Example Milk Intake Record

Provides a filled sample of the milk intake record with time, weight, and intake data.

Blank Milk Intake Record Form

Offers a blank template for users to record their baby's daily milk intake measurements.

Related product manuals