Abstract: Proposed are concepts for generating and using a prediction model that enables the prediction of the quality (e.g. accuracy and/or reliability) of an electrode configuration (i.e. arrangement) for electrophysiological measurements. It is proposed to use training data to determine parameter values of a prediction model so that the prediction model is configured to accurately predict a quality value (e.g. measure of accuracy) of an arrangement or pattern of electrodes for electrophysiological measurements of a subject. Embodiments may thus facilitate the assessment of an electrode configuration and/or there commendation of changes to an electrode configuration so as to enable more reliable and/or accurate electrophysiological measurements to be obtained.

Abstract: A planning system is provided for planning breast feeding or milk expression. An input receives first milk flow information from breast Schedule pumping sessions and second milk flow information from breast feeding sessions. The first and second milk flow information are processed to derive a input schedule, wherein the schedule specifies a combination of future breast pumping and breast feeding sessions. In this way, the system assists a mother in planning her milk production routine to best fit with her schedule as well as providing the best nutrition for the infant.

Abstract: A breast shield for a breast pump comprises a first (inner) cavity for placing over the nipple and having a first pressure control port for controlling milk expression. A second (outer) cavity is radially outward of the first cavity and is coupled to a second pressure control port for providing a sealing or positioning and then holding function. Thus, a positioning/holding function and a milk expression function may be optimized independently.