Quick Answer

Yes, you can use Elvie Stride and Elvie Catch together to pump one breast while collecting passive let-down from the other, maximizing your output during a session.

Why Use Both Together?

Using Elvie Stride on one breast and Elvie Catch on the other lets you collect milk that would otherwise be lost to a nursing pad. This is especially useful during early breastfeeding when let-down can be strong on both sides, or when you want to build a small stash without extra pumping time.

Step-by-Step: Using Elvie Stride and Elvie Catch Together

  1. Step 1: Set Up Elvie Catch First: Insert Elvie Catch into your bra on the breast you will not pump. Ensure the cup sits flat against your skin and the valve is pointing downward. Common mistake: not centering the nipple in the tunnel, which can reduce collection or cause discomfort.
  2. Step 2: Attach Elvie Stride on the Other Breast: Assemble Elvie Stride according to the manual and place it on your other breast. Make sure the flange fits snugly and the pump is fully seated in your bra. Checkpoint: confirm the tubing is not kinked and the collection cup is upright.
  3. Step 3: Start Pumping and Monitor Collection: Turn on Elvie Stride and begin pumping. Elvie Catch will automatically collect any let-down from the non-pumping breast. Checkpoint: after 5-10 minutes, check that Elvie Catch has not filled beyond the max line to avoid spills. Empty Elvie Catch into a storage container if it gets full before your pumping session ends.
  4. Step 4: Remove and Store Milk: Once pumping is complete, turn off Elvie Stride and carefully remove both devices. Pour collected milk from Elvie Catch into a storage bag or bottle. Common mistake: forgetting to close the Elvie Catch valve before removing, which can cause drips.

Product Facts

  • Elvie Stride and Elvie Catch: Elvie Stride delivers hospital-grade performance (-300 mmHg) in a hands-free, portable design. Elvie Catch is a pair of silicone milk collection cups that fit inside your bra. Elvie Stride actively pumps while Elvie Catch passively collects, so you can double your output without doubling your pumping time.

    Elvie Stride and Elvie Catch

    Elvie Stride and Elvie Catch