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Features & Benefits:
925 sterling silver: Made from genuine 925 sterling silver for a natural, reusable approach to breastfeeding nipple care.
Protects tender nipples: The cups create a protective barrier between your nipples and clothing between breastfeeding or pumping sessions, helping reduce friction and irritation.
Designed for breastfeeding: Silverettes are worn between feeds and can also be used between pumping sessions.
Mess-free nipple care: Unlike nipple creams and ointments, Silverettes are wearable nursing cups that provide coverage without leaving cream or ointment on your clothing.
Reusable: Silverettes can be cleaned and reused throughout your breastfeeding journey and for multiple babies.
Comfortable anatomical design: The rounded shape is designed to follow the natural shape of the nipple without compressing it.
Easy to clean: Simply rinse with warm water after use and dry thoroughly. Silverettes can naturally develop a patina over time, which is normal for sterling silver.
Who It’s For:
Breastfeeding parents with tender or sensitive nipples who want protection between feeds.
Parents experiencing nipple irritation or discomfort from friction against nursing bras, clothing, or breast pads.
Pumping parents who want a reusable nipple-care option between pumping sessions.
Parents looking for an alternative to nipple creams or ointments for everyday nipple protection.
Anyone preparing for breastfeeding who wants a simple nipple-care product on hand for the early postpartum period.
Parents looking for reusable breastfeeding supplies that can be used throughout their breastfeeding journey.
Product Details:
Material: 925 sterling silver
Sizes: Standard and XL
Use: Wear over the nipples between breastfeeding or pumping sessions.
How to use: After breastfeeding or pumping, place the Silverette cups directly over the nipples and wear them under a comfortable nursing bra. Remove them before the next feeding session.
Care instructions: Rinse with warm water after use and dry thoroughly. Sterling silver may naturally tarnish or develop a patina over time. A gentle baking-soda-and-water paste can be used to restore shine when needed.
Reusable: Designed for repeated use throughout your breastfeeding journey.
Why Choose Silverettes Over Generic Nipple Care Products:
Silverettes offer a simple, reusable approach to nipple care without requiring creams, ointments, or disposable pads directly against the nipple. Made from 925 sterling silver, the cups are designed to sit over the nipples between breastfeeding or pumping sessions while providing a protective barrier from clothing and friction.
Their lightweight, anatomical design makes them easy to wear discreetly under a nursing bra, while the reusable construction means you can continue using them throughout your breastfeeding journey.
For parents dealing with tender nipples, nipple irritation, or simply looking for proactive breastfeeding nipple care, Silverettes provide a convenient option that fits easily into a nursing routine.
In short:
Choose Silverettes when you want reusable 925 sterling silver nursing cups designed to protect and soothe tender nipples between breastfeeding or pumping sessions — without the mess of creams or ointments.
Available in Standard and XL sizes.
FAQ
What are Silverettes?
Silverettes are reusable nursing cups made from 925 sterling silver. They are worn directly over the nipples between breastfeeding or pumping sessions to help protect and soothe tender nipples.
What are Silverettes used for?
Silverettes are designed for nipple care during breastfeeding. They can help protect tender or sensitive nipples from friction and irritation between feeds while providing a simple, reusable alternative to topical nipple-care products.
How do I use Silverettes?
After breastfeeding or pumping, place one Silverette cup over each nipple. Wear them under a comfortable nursing bra between feeds. Remove the cups before breastfeeding again.
Some Silverette instructions also describe leaving a few drops of breast milk inside the cups before applying them. Follow the product's care and use instructions for your specific Silverette model.
Can I use Silverettes while pumping?
Yes. Silverettes can be worn between pumping sessions in the same way they are worn between breastfeeding sessions. Remove them before your next pumping session.
Can Silverettes help with sore or tender nipples?
Silverettes are designed to protect and soothe tender nipples between feeds by creating a protective barrier between the nipple and clothing. If you have persistent, severe, cracked, bleeding, or otherwise concerning nipple pain, consider working with an IBCLC or other qualified healthcare professional to identify the underlying cause.
Do Silverettes replace nipple cream?
Silverettes can be used as an alternative to topical nipple-care products for some breastfeeding parents. They provide physical protection without applying cream or ointment to the nipple. Silverette guidance advises against using creams or ointments together with the cups because this may affect their effectiveness.
Do I need to rinse my nipples before breastfeeding?
Not necessarily. Silverette's current FAQ states that rinsing is not required unless your baby is bothered by milk residue or you otherwise want to rinse the nipple before feeding.
How do I clean Silverettes?
Rinse the cups with warm water after use and dry them thoroughly. Silverettes can naturally become dull or develop a yellowish patina over time because they are made from sterling silver. A small amount of baking soda mixed with water can be used to gently polish them when needed.
Do not boil Silverettes or put them in the dishwasher, and avoid harsh disinfectants or cleaning products.
Can I wear Silverettes with breast pads?
Yes. Silverettes can be worn with absorbent breast pads. Place the breast pad over the Silverette cup, with your nursing bra helping hold everything in place.
Do Silverettes come in different sizes?
Yes. The Bonnie Knows Breast listing currently offers Silverettes in Standard and XL sizes.
Because sizing terminology can vary between Silverette generations and retailers, choose the size offered on the product page and use the manufacturer's current sizing guidance when deciding between sizes.
Can I use Silverettes for every feeding?
Silverettes are designed to be worn between feeds rather than during breastfeeding. Remove the cups before nursing and put them back on afterward.
Can Silverettes be reused?
Yes. Silverettes are reusable nursing cups designed to be cleaned and used repeatedly throughout your breastfeeding journey. They can also be used for multiple babies.
Will Silverettes tarnish?
Silver naturally oxidizes over time, so Silverettes may become dull or develop a yellowish patina. This is normal for sterling silver and does not mean the cups are damaged. They can be gently polished with baking soda and water to restore their shine.
Are Silverettes made from real silver?
Yes. Silverettes are made from 925 sterling silver, meaning they contain 92.5% silver. The product is designed specifically as a silver nursing cup for nipple care during breastfeeding.
Are Silverettes comfortable to wear under a bra?
Silverettes are designed to sit over the nipple and areola and can be worn underneath a nursing bra. Choosing the appropriate size is important for comfortable positioning.
Are Silverettes good to have before the baby arrives?
Many breastfeeding parents choose to have nipple-care supplies ready before birth. Silverettes can be included in a breastfeeding or postpartum kit so they are available if nipple tenderness or friction becomes an issue after feeding begins.
Not sure whether Silverettes are right for you or which size to choose? Make an appointment with Bonnie Knows Breast for personalized lactation support.