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This eLearning based course talks through step by step how to correctly use Medela enteral feeding tubes, extension sets, and syringes utilizing the ENFit® connector system. Ideally you should have the equipment in front of you to follow the steps.  Read more

EMPOWERING PERINATAL TEAMS ADVANCING LACTATION CARE Innovate. Inspire. Impact Medela's breastfeeding and Lactation Symposium 2025 featured a world-class agenda for healthcare professionals enthusiastic to learn about the latest scientific evidence in the field of human milk and Lactation. Researchers, clinicians and parents representatives came together to share knowledge, inspire progress and translate science into practice to transform care for mothers, infants and families. Medela's 2025 Symposium at a glance International speakers provided the platform to: Innovate: Explore the newest research in human milk science and neonatal care that is redefining standards of excellence. Inspire: Learn from researchers and experts whose passion and expertise will spark new ideas and approaches in your own work. Impact: Gain practical strategies, frameworks and tools you can bring back to your practice to make a measurable difference. Build a Network of Purpose: Connect with peers and thought leaders who share your vision of advancing lactation care for every parent and every baby. Join our international speakers to learn more about: Novel advances in neonatal care with Leon Mitoulas, Marsha Campell-Yeo, Sarah Taylor and Titus Kellar Optimizing mother's own milk in at risk populations with Donna Geddes, Paula Meier and Diane Spatz Bridging the gap - working towards 100% human milk and breastfeeding beyond discharge with Sertac Arslanoglu, Silke Mader, Pierre Kuhn and Siri Lillieskold   This program has been approved for 4.0 contact hours; provider approved by California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP 13692 This course is CPD (Continuing Professional Development) by the CPD Certification Service. Read more

Deze e-learningmodule benadrukt de dringende noodzaak om de zorg voor moeders die te maken hebben met uitdagingen die het 'op gang komen' van de borstvoeding belemmeren, te verbeteren. Op basis van inzichten uit twee recente publicaties biedt het evidence-based richtlijnen om deze vaak over het hoofd geziene ‘onzichtbare moeders’ te ondersteunen en de borstvoedingsresultaten te verbeteren door middel van gerichte zorgstrategieën. Read more

Preeclampsia presents serious risks to maternal and neonatal health—and the postpartum period is a critical window for intervention. This on demand educational webinar explores best practices for supporting lactation in patients with preeclampsia, with a strong focus on the importance of collaborative nursing care across labor and delivery, postpartum, NICU, and lactation services. This compelling session is led by Dr. Diane Spatz, a nationally recognized leader in perinatal nursing and lactation science. Through real world insights and evidence based guidance, this webinar covers: Proven strategies to support lactation in patients with preeclampsia and other hypertensive disorders of pregnancy. The role of breastfeeding in long term cardiovascular health and risk reduction. Why interdisciplinary collaboration matters in helping patients meet their breastfeeding goals. Whether you are a perinatal nurse, lactation consultant, maternal health provider, or NICU clinician, this course offers practical, actionable takeaways you can apply immediately to improve outcomes for high risk populations—on your own schedule.   This program has been approved for 1.0 contact hours; provider approved by California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP 13692. Translation options:  Automatic translations can be chosen via the settings under the video. For this, click on the settings menu and choose subtitles. Change from English (auto-generated) to auto-translate and choose your language.   Read more

Join our international speakers in the last of our European symposium sessions sharing inspirational innovation, insight to Bridging the Gap to support infants to receive an exclusive human milk diet and enable the NICU mother-infant dyad to breastfeed beyond NICU discharge.  The presentations are followed by a question and answer sofa session with the speakers and our hybrid audience. This session includes talks from: Prof. Sertaç Arslanoğlu: Strengthening human milk banking and ensuring specialized lactation support in small and sick newborns Silke Mader, Pierre Kuhn, Siri Lilliesköld: Supporting the hospital to home journey and making the case for: Parent perspectives, at-risk infants and at-risk moms This program has been approved for 1.0 contact hours; provider approved by California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP 13692 This course has been approved for 1.0 hours  CPD (Continuing Professional Development) by the CPD Certification Service.   For more innovative presentations from Medela 2025 Symposium visit Medela University Novel Advances in Neonatal Care  Optimizing Milk Supply for Mothers With Lactation Risk Factors   Read more

Medela's breastfeeding and Lactation Symposium 2025 featured a world-class agenda for healthcare professionals enthusiastic to learn about the latest scientific evidence in the field of human milk and Lactation. Researchers, clinicians and parents representatives came together to share knowledge, inspire progress and translate science into practice to transform care for mothers, infants and families.  Join our international speakers in the second of our 2025 European symposium series sharing innovation, insight and inspiration in Optimizing Milk Supply for Mothers With Lactation Risk Factors. The lectures are followed by a question and answer discussion with the speakers and our hybrid audience. This session includes talks from: Prof. Donna Geddes and Dr. Stuart Prosser: Screening for Perinatal Lactation Risk Factors Prof. Paula Meier: Understanding Secretory Activation and How It Informs Best Lactation Practice Prof. Diane Spatz: Proactive Lactation Management in the First Few Days postpartum   Translation options are available within the utube video link. Select the closed caption (cc) in lower right corner to choose your preferred language to accompany the presentation. Read more