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The #1 Proven Partner in 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.

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

     

     

    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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    Maximize Value with Medela: Your Sole-Source Partner in Human Milk Solutions

    As the only sole-source provider in the human milk category with national Group Purchasing Organizations (GPO contracts), Medela delivers unmatched value, clinical leadership, and procurement efficiency across the continuum of care.

    From evidence-based lactation technology to comprehensive hospital-to-home programs, Medela empowers your teams to optimize outcomes, reduce the cost of care, and streamline compliance, all under one trusted contract.

    Let’s discuss your contract benefits.

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      Why Medela

      • Sole-source convenience under your current GPO
      • Proven clinical outcomes that reduce complications and readmissions
      • Seamless implementation with expert clinical and technical support
      • Standardized, system-wide efficiencies for Biomed, Supply Chain, and Care Teams

       

      🎯 Already contracted? Then you're ready.
      Take full advantage of your GPO partnership today with Medela’s best-in-class solutions.

        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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        Medela Contact™ Nipple Shields

        Contact™ Nipple Shields

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        A 7g Purelan™ lanolin cream from Medela in travel size.

        Purelan™ lanolin cream

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        Two Hydrogel pads from Medela. Support healing and offer instant pain relief.

        Hydrogel pads

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        An unopened 40g tube of Medela Organic Nipple cream.

        Organic Nipple Cream

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        The Medela Ultra-breathable Nursing Pads have been developed for optimum air circulation.

        Ultra-breathable nursing pads

        Explore Product
        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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        Oral 1 mL Syringe

        The Medela 1 mL Oral Syringe is designed with a low-dead-space plunger tip to minimize colostrum loss and optimize delivery. ​ Every Drop Counts™.
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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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        Comprehensive Enteral Feeding Solutions Designed Exclusively for Neonatal Needs

        Backed by over 60 years of human milk science, Medela’s integrated enteral feeding solutions are purpose-built for the unique needs of neonates and the clinicians who care for them. From maximizing fat delivery with tip-up feeding to minimizing contamination risk with exclusive low-dose technology and vented syringe lids, every detail is designed to support safe, effective nutrition delivery.

        Choose from ENFit® or patented TwistLok™ connectors, and experience unmatched versatility with feeding tubes, syringes, and extension sets all engineered for neonatal safety and performance.

        Click below to explore our full product portfolio and download the Enteral Feeding brochure.

          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.

            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.

              Maternal Factors
              Disease/DisordersBreast Issues
              DiabetesGlandular hypoplasia
              ObesityBreast surgery
              PCOSNipple anomalies
              Thyroid disorders 
                
              Medication/TreatmentOther factors
              ChemotherapyAssisted conception
              RadiotherapyInduction of labor
              Drugs that suppress lactationPrimiparity
              Birth & Infant Factors
              DeliveryPost Delivery
              Prolonged/stressful laborSeparation of mother and infant
              Caesarean sectionInadequate skin-to-skin contact
              Postpartum hemorrhageDelayed first breastfeed
                
              InfantFeeding & Pumping
              Late preterm infantFeeding <8 x 24 hours
              Low birth weightPumping <8 x 24 hours (for pump-dependent mothers)
              Cleft lip & palateSupplementation with formula or water
              Facial abnormalities 

              Don’t Know Where to Start: 
              Maximize your resources by leveraging ours

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              Take advantage of robust evidence-based clinical education in a variety of formats to accommodate all learning styles. Education services come at no cost to Medela customers and often qualify for CEs.

              • Learning Management System (LMS) Modules
              • Medela University
              • Clinical Webinar Series
              • On-Demand Clinical Expertise
              • Easy-to-use Quality
              • Improvement Tools
              • Personalized In-service Support

              Click below to connect with a Clinical Education Manager or download our Clinical Education brochure to learn more.

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                References

                1. Meier PP et al. J Perinatol. 2012; 32(2):103–110.

                2. Yuan S et al. Breastfeed Med. 2023; 18(7):506–513.

                3. Post EDM et al. J Perinatol. 2016; 36(1):47–51.

                4. Jiménez Gómez MI et al. Breastfeed Med. 2021; 16(4):325–331.

                5. Morland-Schultz K, Hill PD. J Obstet GynecolNeonatal Nurs. 2005; 34(4):428–437

                6. Eaglstein WH. Dermatol Surg. 2001; 27(2):175–181.

                7. Broussard KC, Powers JG. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2013; 14(6):449–459.

                8. Nuutila K, Eriksson E. Adv Wound Care (New Rochelle. ). 2021; 10(12):685–698.

                9. Ballard O, Morrow AL. Pediatr Clin North Am. 2013; 60(1):49–74.

                10. Mitra S, Rennie J. Br J Hosp Med (Lond). 2017; 78(12):699–704.

                11. Giouleka S et al. Children (Basel). 2023; 10(7).

                12. Nommsen-Rivers LA et al. Am J Clin Nutr. 2010; 92(3):574–584.

                13. Cuffe C et al. 2023:6. Available from: https://www.mdpi.com/2504-3900/84/1/6.

                 

                *When using Initiation Technology followed by 2 Phase Technology, compared to 2 Phase Technology alone over the first 14 days after birth.