Medela Supplemental Nursing System (SNS) | Support for Breastfeeding & Chestfeeding

Overview

The Medela Supplemental Nursing System (SNS) is a versatile lactation aid designed for home use. It provides a discreet way to deliver supplementary milk while the baby latches at the breast or chest, helping families navigate feeding challenges with flexibility and care.

Designed with real-life needs in mind, the SNS combines a compact 150 ml container with a soft, rounded delivery tube. The system clips securely to a nursing bra, shirt, or pillow, allowing for comfortable positioning and easy control of milk flow as feeds progress.

Key features

• Accessible for mothers and parents who want to feed at the breast or chest even when milk supply is low or uncertain.
• Skin-to-skin bonding is supported, promoting calm, comforting moments between parent and infant during feeds.
• Advanced delivery with a rounded-edge tube and venting system helps maintain steady, gentle milk flow; TwistLok connector guards against leaks.
• Easy to prepare, store, and transport with a standard 150 ml container; simple on/off control to start or stop flow.
• Easy to clean and reusable, including a specialty cleaning aid to simplify care over time.

How it works

Attach the container to a convenient clip, thread the soft tube alongside the nipple, and position the bottle so the baby can latch as milk flows. The venting system supports a consistent flow, while the TwistLok connector helps prevent milk loss during feeds.

Daily use and care

• Clip the SNS securely to a nursing bra, shirt, or pillow for stable positioning during feeds.
• Use the on/off control to start and stop milk flow as needed, keeping feeding sessions calm and manageable.
• Rinse and clean the tube and bottle after use; rely on the included cleaning aid for thorough maintenance.

Who it’s for

This SNS is designed for home use and can support feeding at the breast when additional milk is desired. It is suitable for relactation efforts and is inclusive of non-gestational, trans, and non-binary parents who choose to breastfeed or chestfeed.

Note: Benefits described are based on product design and real-world use cases. Individual results may vary, and this description does not constitute a medical guarantee.