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Designed for short term feeding of weak or preterm babies. Its spoon shaped mouthpiece helps in less spilling and more control over the amount your baby is taking. Comes with a 80millilitre breastmilk container. The SpecialNeeds Feeder is designed for babies with facial or oral problems that hamper their ability to maintain adequate suction for feeding. The specially designed valve and silicone feeder adjust milk flow to suit baby’s needs.

Features

One-way valve.
Version with 80 mL container includes Mini SpecialNeeds teat.

Benefits

You and baby are in control of the flow of milk, leading to a more natural feeding experience.
This innovative design rewards the weakest suck.
Prevents flooding so baby is never overwhelmed with too much milk.
Baby and breastmilk are safe with sterile packaging.
All parts that come into contact with breastmilk are BPA/DEHP Free.
Smaller teat for smaller or premature babies.

Breastmilk Storage

When freezing do not fill bottles/bags more than 3/4 full to allow space for expansion.
Label bottles/bags with the date of pumping.
In order to preserve the components of the breastmilk, thaw in the refrigerator overnight or by holding the bottle/bag under running warm water (max 37 degree Celsius).
Gently shake the bottle/bag to blend any fat that has separated.
Do not thaw frozen breastmilk in a microwave oven or in a pan of boiling water (danger of burning).
Do not store breastmilk in the door of the refrigerator.

Statement about storage time of breastmilk

Our guidelines for the storage of breastmilk are based on the latest published publications on the topic and on practical advises and experiences of lactation consultants. These data demonstrate that human milk collected in such a way to minimize bacterial contamination can be safely refrigerated in accordance with our recommendations. Based on this new update, we will change in all our instruction manuals as follow:

In a refrigerator, milk can be refrigerated 3-5days,.
In a refrigerator freezer compartment for up to 6months.
In a deep freezer up to 12 months.

Our standard differs slightly from the US standard because we are exporting to a variety of different countries in which storage conditions and fluctuation of living temperature are different enough to require more strict recommendations.

Consisting of:

80 mL or 150 mL Collection Container.
Disc.
Teat.
Membrane.
Collar.
Instructions.

From the Manufacturer

About Medela

In almost 40 years, Medela has developed from a one man distribution company to a global producer of the most technologically advanced breast pumps and breastfeeding accessories – which have been used by millions of mothers and their babies worldwide.

Throughout its history, Medela has been pushing the boundaries to create safe, efficient and best-selling products: Medela introduced the world’s first quality manual breast pump in 1983, and the world’s first phototherapy system for the treatment of neonatal jaundice which was small enough to be placed in a baby’s cot, in 1994. More recently, Medela introduced the 2-Phase Expression Technology, the world’s only research-based breast pump technology that mimics a baby’s natural sucking rhythm, resulting in getting mothers more milk in less time. A key aspect of Medela’s past and present success is a relentless focus on research-based medical technology – which will insure, on an on-going base, innovations in the fields of breastfeeding, phototherapy and "Healthcare".

Breastfeeding Benefits

Breastfeeding provides close physical contact for an ideal relationship between mother and child.

Advantages of breastfeeding for the mother

Quicker return of uterus to pre-pregnancy size with minimal bleeding
Lower risk of breast cancer and ovarian cancer
Less stress since Breastmilk is always available
Saves time, costs and waste
Nursing the baby helps the mother regain her normal figure
Breastfeeding mothers often experience an increased self-confidence and a better adjustment with their babies
Breastfed babies are healthier so their mothers will have less absenteeism from their workplace.

Advantages of breastfeeding for the baby

Most natural nourishment
Protection against infections such as diarrhoea, otitis media
Promotion of optimal brain growth and intelligence of the child
Breastmilk meets the needs of the baby; its composition changes according to the baby's age
Mouth, jaw and tongue movements during suckling have a positive influence on the speech development
Less incidence of allergic diseases
Breastfed babies have a decreased risk for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Breastfeeding a premature baby decreases his risk to develop necrotizing enter colitis (NEC)
Breastmilk has the right temperature and needs no preparation. It is readily available whenever your baby needs it
Breastfeeding is more than just food. It enhances the emotional bond between the child and the mother and provides warmth, love and affection.

Breastmilk

Breastfeeding is one of the most beautiful experiences for mother and child. Breastmilk contains all the important nutrients and antibodies for a baby to thrive. Breastfeeding helps the baby to build up his own immune system. There is no other nourishment which has the specific contents for a new-born. For this reason, the World Health Organization (WHO), midwives and lactation consultants as well as Paediatricians all recommend that babies should be nourished exclusively with Breastmilk during the first six months after they are born.

Model Number	800.0399
Target gender	Unisex
Material free	BPA Free
Number of items	1
Batteries required	No
Dishwasher safe	No
Bottle nipple type	Orthodontic
Bottle type	80ml Medela bottle, BPA free
Is portable	Yes
Product Dimensions	6 x 6 x 20 cm; 60 g
Item model number	800.0399
Manufacturer	Medela AG
Country of Origin	Switzerland
Item Weight	60 g

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