SOFTFEEDER - Breastfeeding Accessories MEDELA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SOFTFEEDER MEDELA

edela supports breastfeeding as the best method of nutrition for infants. When a healthcare professional determines that the baby cannot currently be fed at the breast, the Medela SoftFeeder is an ideal alternative. The Medela SoftFeeder allows the baby to be fed without developing nipple confusion/preference until the transition to breastfeeding can be made. If the use of an electric breastpump to express milk is indicated, call 1-800-TELL YOU for the name and phone number of a Medela Rental Station or for the name of a Breastfeeding Specialist.

medela® Components The SoftFeeder includes: 180 ml Bottle, 1-Silicone reservoir,1-Disk,1-Valve membrane and 1-Collar. Collar Assembly Pad Slit

1. Press valve onto the

upper side of the disk so that the stud goes completely through the center hole. Silicone Reservoir

2. Fill bottle half full, or

with amount baby is presently taking, with the supplement recommended by your physician. Warm supplement to room temperature before pouring it into the bottle. The feeder is designed for use with room temperature supplement and should not be used with hot liquids.

3. Slip the reservoir into the collar.

4. Put assembled valve into the reservoir, making sure that

the valve and high rim of the disk are facing the inside of the reservoir.

1. Hold feeder horizontally, with a slight

angle upwards on the bottom of the bottle. Positioning is very similar to holding a pencil. Angle the feeder so the air that remains rises to the end of the bottle. Angling the bottle in this manner is essential to the automatic refill feature of the reservoir.

5. Place the reservoir assembly over the bottle and screw all

the parts together using the collar. Tighten the collar securely to ensure a good seal. Filling The Reservoir

1. Hold the feeder upright and

remove some air from the reservoir by squeezing below the pads.

3. Use the tip of the reservoir to tickle baby’s

mouth open. Lay the rim of the reservoir on baby’s lower lip.

2. Keep squeezing and tip the

feeder upside down. 4. Tip the feeder so that the supplement pooling in the reservoir is fed to baby. Or, allow the baby to lap up supplement with his tongue.

3. Release the pads and some

supplement will enter the reservoir.

4. Repeat filling steps 1-3 until

the reservoir is almost filled, approximately up to the bottom of the pads. As baby is fed, the reservoir will automatically refill.

2. Begin the flow of supplement by

gently squeezing the two pads on either side of the reservoir. This will pool the supplement in the feeding tip of the reservoir. Cleaning & Sanitizing the Feeder 2ml per pad 11ml below pads If there is some supplement left in the feeder, hold it nearly horizontal over a sink before unscrewing the collar. The disk should remain in the reservoir, to prevent supplement from spilling. medela®

After Each Feeding: Reservoir Not Refilling Automatically Take the feeder apart, making sure that the valve is separated from the disk. Flush cold water through the slit in the pads of the reservoir to remove as much supplement residue as possible. Wash all parts in luke warm soapy water. Rinse thoroughly with cold water. Do not turn the reservoir inside out or push brushes, etc. through the slit in the reservoir. If thickened supplements are used, check that the air-groove in the disk has not become blocked. Angle the feeder so the air that remains in the bottle rises to the end. Angling the bottle in this manner is essential to the automatic refill feature of the reservoir. Air may enter reservoir through slit causing reservoir to empty. Simply follow “Filling The Reservoir” instructions to resume feeding. Each Day: (Unless you are otherwised instructed differently by your hospital, physician or other medical professional) The feeder should be sanitized by boiling, preferably in distilled water, for 20 minutes. If hard water deposits occur, use distilled water or occasionally boil in a mixture of 3 parts water to 1 part vinegar. All disassembled parts can be autoclaved to a maximum of 272°F for 3 minutes at 29 PSIG or 250°F for 15 minutes at 15 PSIG. To avoid damage during sterilization, sterilize parts without applying external pressure on parts. Feeder Leaking If the feeder leaks, check that the feeder has been correctly assembled. The stud of the valve must be properly inserted through the hole in the disk. The collar must be firmly screwed onto the bottle. Make sure the supplement is not too hot. The feeder is designed for use with room temperature supplement and should not be used with hot liquids. Check to see if either the valve membrane or reservoir is visibly damaged and needs replacing. Bigger Bottles Helpful Hints Reservoir Not Pooling Properly The Medela SoftFeeder is designed to work with the Medela 80 ml polypropylene bottle. Other bottles may be used, but you may experience some slight leakage around the collar. Use stronger finger pressure to help the flow of supplement.

Troubleshooting If the SoftFeeder is not releasing fluid

1. If the SoftFeeder is not

releasing fluid, check the slit located on one side of the Pad. If the slit becomes sealed it needs to be manually opened. Pad Slit

2. To break the seal, try

squeezing the pads tightly, both towards the upper and lower parts of the pads.

3. Or, use both thumbs to

pull the pads outwards, as if you were trying to turn the lip inside out.

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