How to Clean a Medela

Medela's technology has advanced since their first manual breast pump was introduced in 1983. Now the company supplies breast-feeding women with a 2-Phase Expression Technology that better mimics the natural sucking motion of a baby so more milk can be produced in less time. When using a Medela breast pump, it's always important to sanitize the system after each use so both baby and mother stay healthy and free of bacteria.

Things You'll Need

• Breast pump system
• Boiling water (for first use only)
• Warm water
• Soap
• Towel
• Medela Quick Clean Microwave Bags (optional)
• Dishwasher (optional)

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Instructions

• 1

  Disconnect all the parts that come in contact with breast milk. These parts include breastshields, connectors, valves, membranes, bottles and caps. It is important to separate the parts so they can be cleaned properly.

• 2

  Wash all parts in soapy, warm water. Rinse in clean water.

• 3

  Lay the breast pump parts on a towel to dry. You do not want to store or reassemble parts until they no longer have moisture on them. Once dry, cover the parts until the next use.

• 4

  Clean the bag and diaphragm cap by wiping them with a damp cloth. Do not use a wet cloth, as you do not want moisture getting into the diaphragm.

• 5

  Examine the tubing after each use to check for condensation or breast milk. If condensation is found after you are finished pumping, then continue running the pump with the tubes attached for a couple more minutes or until dry. You do not have to clean the tubing after each use, but, if needed, detach the tubing and wash it in soapy water and then rinse it in clean water. Hang the tubing to dry or attach it to pump and run the pump for a a couple of minutes until the tubing is dry.