Abstract: This invention relates to a flange adapter for a flange used in a suction activated silicone collection cup. The flange adapter comprises a body defining a sidewall and an axial passageway. The body comprises a first end and a second end having a first diameter and a second diameter respectively, wherein the second diameter is greater than the first diameter. The body comprises at least one rib on its sidewall that enables it to be removably sealably engaged with an internal passage of the flexible flange. The second end has a frusto-conical shape. The flange adapter further comprises a removable section configured to be sealably engaged with the first end, wherein the removable extension comprises an axial passageway that coincides with the axial passageway of the flange adapter. The flange adapter and the removable section is made of a flexible polymeric material such as polyethylene, silicone, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: A breast flange adapter is provided to adapt conventional flanges provided with conventional breast pumps to the breast of the user. The flange adapter can be provided in a kit having a plurality of such flange adapters of differing sizes. The flange adapters are configured at a first or engagement end for operative sealed engagement with the provided breast flange of conventional breast pumps.

Abstract: A method for a system provider in a communication with a user over a computer network, allowing a determination of an optimum dimensioned breast flange for employment by the user with a breast pump. The identification of a model identifier of a flange which is best dimensioned for the physical characteristics of the breast of the user is determined from measurements taken and provided by the user remotely.