Hands-free Electric
Explore Medela's hands-free electric breast pumps with in-bra collection cups and rechargeable battery. Pump while you multitask. Discover more now!
Classic Electric
Discover Medela's electric breast pumps with 2-Phase Expression technology. Express more milk efficiently and quickly. Explore our advanced pumps today!
Manual
Explore Medela's single manual breast pumps. Ideal for occasional use and lightweight for easy travel. Find your perfect pump today!
Symphony - No 1 Hospital Pump
Explore the Medela Symphony® breast pump—perfect for hospitals and home use with reliable, multi-user performance. Learn more now!
Connectors
Find Medela's connectors for your breast pump to ensure seamless operation and efficient pumping. Get the extra parts you need. Learn more now!
Membranes
Find Membranes for Medela Hands-Free and Symphony Pumps. Replace worn parts to maintain pump efficiency and comfort. Explore options now!
Tubing
Explore Medela’s durable breast pump tubing for reliable, efficient milk expression. Easy to clean and replace. Learn more now!
Shields
Explore Medela's breast shields for comfort and efficiency. Enhance your pumping experience with our high-quality options. Learn more now!
Power units
Find reliable breast pump power adapters from Medela for consistent performance. Upgrade or replace your unit easily. Learn more now!
Hands-free Set
Pumping garments
Find Medela's Pumping Bra and Bustier for easy breastfeeding and pumping. Enjoy comfort and convenience with designs made for busy moms. Learn more!
Maternity & nursing bras
Explore Medela’s maternity bras and bralettes for nursing, crafted for comfort and easy breastfeeding. Ideal for new and expectant mothers. Learn more now!
Hands-free Electric
Explore Medela's hands-free electric breast pumps with in-bra collection cups and rechargeable battery. Pump while you multitask. Discover more now!
Classic Electric
Discover Medela's electric breast pumps with 2-Phase Expression technology. Express more milk efficiently and quickly. Explore our advanced pumps today!
Manual
Explore Medela's single manual breast pumps. Ideal for occasional use and lightweight for easy travel. Find your perfect pump today!
Symphony - No 1 Hospital Pump
Explore the Medela Symphony® breast pump—perfect for hospitals and home use with reliable, multi-user performance. Learn more now!
Connectors
Find Medela's connectors for your breast pump to ensure seamless operation and efficient pumping. Get the extra parts you need. Learn more now!
Membranes
Find Membranes for Medela Hands-Free and Symphony Pumps. Replace worn parts to maintain pump efficiency and comfort. Explore options now!
Tubing
Explore Medela’s durable breast pump tubing for reliable, efficient milk expression. Easy to clean and replace. Learn more now!
Shields
Explore Medela's breast shields for comfort and efficiency. Enhance your pumping experience with our high-quality options. Learn more now!
Power units
Find reliable breast pump power adapters from Medela for consistent performance. Upgrade or replace your unit easily. Learn more now!
Hands-free Set
Pumping garments
Find Medela's Pumping Bra and Bustier for easy breastfeeding and pumping. Enjoy comfort and convenience with designs made for busy moms. Learn more!
Maternity & nursing bras
Explore Medela’s maternity bras and bralettes for nursing, crafted for comfort and easy breastfeeding. Ideal for new and expectant mothers. Learn more now!
Pump In Style® Pro Double Electric Breast Pump
Experience advanced, clinically proven performance with the new Pump In Style Pro, designed to provide efficient milk removal and enhanced comfort.
Symphony PLUS® breast pump
Engineered with Initiation Technology™ proven to help mothers initiate, build, and maintain their breast milk supply
Breastfeeding Tips
Time to read: 1 min.
In the U.S., a stigma still exists around nursing beyond a year. But extended breastfeeding provides numerous benefits for both mom and baby!
In the U.S., a stigma still exists around nursing beyond a year. But whether or not you do it, extended breastfeeding is exceedingly common around the world. In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding for as long as you and your child mutually desire it. Extended breastfeeding provides numerous benefits for your child, even as a toddler. Your breast milk continues to change to meet the nutritional needs of your growing child. It provides crucial immunities, enzymes and vitamins that your child may not get from solid foods, ensuring he or she is as healthy as possible. Breast milk can also be a cure-all for many bugs your child may catch, especially if he or she is sharing germs with other kids at daycare or on play dates.
There are remarkable benefits for moms as well. Extended breastfeeding is connected to lower risks of cancer in women, especially breast and ovarian cancer. While breastfeeding, moms may not get their period for several months or more. It’s also a healthy way to keep your weight in check after pregnancy. Moms who breastfeed longer tend to lose more of their pregnancy weight. Unfortunately, western society tends to stigmatize mothers who choose to nurse “older” children since such an emphasis is placed on independence and individuality in our culture. For toddlers, extended breastfeeding can be an important source of emotional support, as well as continued nutritional benefits and physical growth. Nevertheless, it is a perfectly natural and beneficial way to nourish your bond with your child. If you’re faced with criticism when you breastfeed, have a response ready. Whether it’s a witty joke, a surprising fact, or simply ignoring the comments, make sure it reflects you and is within your comfort level.
Easy Pour Breast Milk Storage Bags
Use the Easy Pour Breast Milk Storage Bags to store your freshly expressed breast milk in freezer or fridge.
Cooler Bag breast milk storage
Medela’s Cooler Bag is ideal for storing breast milk for several hours. With the Cooler Bag you can transport up to four bottles.
Ultra-breathable nursing pads
Designed for when you’re experiencing heavy breast leaking – especially soon after your baby’s birth – Medela’s ultra-absorbent disposable nursing pads keep you dry, comfortable and confident, both day and night.
Easy Pour Breast Milk Storage Bags
Use the Easy Pour Breast Milk Storage Bags to store your freshly expressed breast milk in freezer or fridge.
Cooler Bag breast milk storage
Medela’s Cooler Bag is ideal for storing breast milk for several hours. With the Cooler Bag you can transport up to four bottles.
Ultra-breathable nursing pads
Designed for when you’re experiencing heavy breast leaking – especially soon after your baby’s birth – Medela’s ultra-absorbent disposable nursing pads keep you dry, comfortable and confident, both day and night.
Easy Pour Breast Milk Storage Bags
Use the Easy Pour Breast Milk Storage Bags to store your freshly expressed breast milk in freezer or fridge.
Cooler Bag breast milk storage
Medela’s Cooler Bag is ideal for storing breast milk for several hours. With the Cooler Bag you can transport up to four bottles.
Ultra-breathable nursing pads
Designed for when you’re experiencing heavy breast leaking – especially soon after your baby’s birth – Medela’s ultra-absorbent disposable nursing pads keep you dry, comfortable and confident, both day and night.
Easy Pour Breast Milk Storage Bags
Use the Easy Pour Breast Milk Storage Bags to store your freshly expressed breast milk in freezer or fridge.
Cooler Bag breast milk storage
Medela’s Cooler Bag is ideal for storing breast milk for several hours. With the Cooler Bag you can transport up to four bottles.
Ultra-breathable nursing pads
Designed for when you’re experiencing heavy breast leaking – especially soon after your baby’s birth – Medela’s ultra-absorbent disposable nursing pads keep you dry, comfortable and confident, both day and night.
Articles that may be of interest
The benefits of breastfeeding
What are the benefits of breastfeeding for moms?
What to eat while breastfeeding
The benefits of breastfeeding
What are the benefits of breastfeeding for moms?
What to eat while breastfeeding
The benefits of breastfeeding
What are the benefits of breastfeeding for moms?
What to eat while breastfeeding
It looks like you are currently located in Global.
You are currently viewing Medela’s United States website.
Please choose: