Lactation Care From Home to Hospital to Home

Improve patient outcomes, lower costs, and simplify care with Mother’s Own Milk (MOM). Our evidence-based lactation solutions support early, frequent milk expression to improve clinical outcomes. Hospitals implementing our structured lactation program for pump-dependent mothers of preterm infants can achieve up to 50%¹ higher milk volume. Complete the continuum of care with the only comprehensive home-to-hospital-to-home lactation solution trusted by leading health systems.

The Gold Standard in Lactation Outcomes

Clinically Proven. Professionally Trusted. Unmatched in Impact.

Symphony is the ONLY breast pump with patented Initiation Technology™, proven to increase milk supply by up to 50%.¹ It mimics the irregular suckling of a healthy newborn, which is essential for stimulating milk production.

Achieve Secretory Activation with Initiation Technology™

Doubles the number of mothers who “Come to Volume” ^1,2,3

Doubles Milk Volume

Initiation Technology™ driving better breastfeeding outcomes from day one.
Up to 50% Increase in milk supply¹*

Backed by Clinical Evidence

The most studied hospital-grade breast pump available.
8 RCT |1 NRCT |2 Cohort Studies

Achieve Secretory Activation with Initiation Technology™

Doubles the number of mothers who “Come to Volume” ^1,2,3

Doubles Milk Volume

Initiation Technology™ driving better breastfeeding outcomes from day one.
Up to 50% Increase in milk supply¹*

Backed by Clinical Evidence

The most studied hospital-grade breast pump available.
8 RCT |1 NRCT |2 Cohort Studies

Continuity of Care: From Hospital–to– Home a Seamless Transition

FROM HOSPITAL

Symphony®
The ONLY breast pump with exclusive Initiation Technology™ increasing milk supply by up to 50%.¹

TO HOME

Pump In Style® Pro
Transition to Pump In Style® Pro to maintain her supply at home.

FROM HOSPITAL

Symphony®
The ONLY breast pump with exclusive Initiation Technology™ increasing milk supply by up to 50%.¹

TO HOME

Pump In Style® Pro
Transition to Pump In Style® Pro to maintain her supply at home.

Breastfeeding journeys don't end at discharge; consistency is key. Medela now offers an unmatched hospital-to-home solution with the NEW redesigned Pump In Style® Pro for continuity of care at home.

Support Long-term Milk Supply With Proven Continuity Of Care

Empower mothers to sustain milk production beyond discharge with science-backed, hospital-trusted solutions that extend clinical standards into the home. From Symphony® to Pump In Style® Pro, supporting lasting outcomes for moms and THRIVING babies.

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Supporting You, Supporting Mothers

Holistic Solutions for Optimal Lactation Outcomes

Early lactation challenges, like sore nipples and latching difficulties, typically arise within the first few days after birth, putting breastfeeding success outcomes at risk. Medela offers comprehensive research-based breastfeeding solutions, empowering you to confidently support moms through every challenge.

LATCHING DIFFICULTIES
Contact™ Nipple Shields

Support breastfeeding when pain, flat/inverted nipples, or poor latch interfere. Shields protect nipples and help maintain feeding.

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SORE NIPPLES
Nipple Cream

Up to 97% of mothers experience nipple discomfort4,5. Purelan™ Lanolin Nipple Cream and Organic Nipple Balm restore moisture and provide fast, soothing relief.

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CRACKED NIPPLES
Hydrogel Pads

For persistent soreness and cracked nipples, Hydrogel Pads offer instant pain relief 6,7 and promote healing with a moist wound environment8.

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MILK LEAKAGE
Ultra-breathable Nursing Pads

Milk leakage is normal as milk “comes in” and supply establishes. Medela’s Nursing Pads are a reliable solution for mothers seeking discreet, effective, and comfortable protection against leakage.

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Sore nipples. dry skin
Cracked/blistered nipples
Inverted/flat nipples
Latching-on challenges
Suitable for use in pregnancy
Leakage

Delivering the First Line of Defense: Setting the Standard with Innovative Colostrum Solutions

Colostrum closely resembles amniotic fluid to ease the transition to life outside the womb. It’s rich in immune factors, biologically active proteins, and nutrients that help build an infant's immune system.⁹ In addition to being the first line of defense against infections,⁹ it can minimize jaundice,¹⁰ and hypoglycemia.¹¹

Every Drop Counts™ - ONLY Medela offers a holistic solution designed to freeze, thaw, warm, and administer colostrum, while minimizing loss and contamination to help optimize outcomes from the very beginning.

Explore Medela’s innovative solutions and discover how colostrum enhances health outcomes, driving significant cost savings.

Innovative Solutions

Clinical Benefits

Waterless Milk Warmer™

Safely thaw and warm colostrum with the only neonatal milk warmer using dry convection heat—preserving nutrients, reducing infection risk, and streamlining workflows.

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Colostrum Protector
Efficient Colostrum Collection Storage

Captures colostrum before it enters the pump parts—minimizing loss and working seamlessly with Symphony because Every Drop Counts™.

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Symphony Breast Milk Initiation Kits w/ Colostrum Protector

Engineered to optimize pumping immediately after birth, this system seamlessly connects with the Symphony® Breast Pump to offer unmatched support for activating milk-producing cells.

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Did You Know? Early Action Leads to More Milk: Empowering Lactation from Day One

Set the stage to THRIVE. You have the power to shape lactation outcomes from the very beginning. Timely and effective milk removal, particularly for pump-dependent parents, is essential to establishing a strong and sustainable milk supply.

Medela’s clinically proven Initiation Technology™ supports early secretory activation, helping to optimize milk production and reduce the risk of delayed lactogenesis.

Key Clinical Insight:

Days 1–5: Initiate milk production (secretory activation)
Days 6–14: Build milk volume capacity
Post-Day 14: Maintain established supply
Clinical Goal: ≥500 mL/24 hr. by Day 14

Start early. Support effectively. Strengthen outcomes.

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Spot the Risks. Intervene Early. Improve Outcomes.

Up to 40% of mothers experience delayed secretory activation ^12,13, often due to preventable or manageable lactation risk factors.

Early Intervention is Key:

Prenatal Screening: Assess lactation risk factors via maternal history and breast exam.
Early Education: Provide families with knowledge on milk removal and secretory activation.
Standardized Protocols: Establish care pathways - implementing early pumping, feeding logs, and lactation consults for at-risk dyads.

Access Full Consensus Reports
Trusted recommendations from global expert panels.

Learn more about Lactation Risk Factors and discover how you cansupport those at risk.

Publication 1 Publication 2

Maternal Factors

Disease/Disorders	Breast Issues
Diabetes	Glandular hypoplasia
Obesity	Breast surgery
PCOS	Nipple anomalies
Thyroid disorders

Medication/Treatment	Other factors
Chemotherapy	Assisted conception
Radiotherapy	Induction of labor
Drugs that suppress lactation	Primiparity

Birth & Infant Factors

Delivery	Post Delivery
Prolonged/stressful labor	Separation of mother and infant
Caesarean section	Inadequate skin-to-skin contact
Postpartum hemorrhage	Delayed first breastfeed

Infant	Feeding & Pumping
Late preterm infant	Feeding <8 x 24 hours
Low birth weight	Pumping <8 x 24 hours (for pump-dependent mothers)
Cleft lip & palate	Supplementation with formula or water
Facial abnormalities

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