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The #1 Proven Partner in Lactation Care — From Home to Hospital to Home

Enhance patient outcomes, reduce costs, and simplify clinical care with Mother’s Own Milk (MOM).
Support early, frequent, and effective milk expression through intuitive, evidence-based solutions that drive lactation success and improved clinical results.
Hospitals that implement our structured lactation program for pump-dependent mothers of preterm infants can see up to 50%1 higher milk volume, improving overall patient outcomes.
Enhance patient care, lower costs, and streamline workflows with the only comprehensive, home-to-hospital-to-home lactation model trusted by leading health systems.
Let’s lead the change, because MOM matters.

We’re ready to help you elevate your lactation program with the only complete solution you can trust.

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    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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    Contact™ Nipple Shields

    Purelan™ lanolin cream

    Hydrogel pads

    Organic Nipple Cream

    Ultra-breathable nursing pads

    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.

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        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/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

          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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            Clinical References

            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.