Breastfeeding

Flange size

Is it normal for some of the areola to be pulled into the tunnel of the flange? With the 24mm, my nips were rubbing the sides of the tunnel it hurt, so I now have the 27mm. With the 27mm, my nipple moves freely but about half my areola gets pulled into the tunnel. It's a little uncomfortable during pumping for a little bit afterward, but lanolin seems to help I've only pumped a few times, so maybe it's uncomfortable because I'm new to it??
I'm getting about 1 ounce per breast in 510 mins.
I've seen the pictures on medela's website in how the breast shields are supposed to fit. Just looking for input, thanks!
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