medela SNS Supplemental Nursing System Instructions

: June 9, 2024
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Table of Contents

medela SNS Supplemental Nursing System
Product Information
Important Safety Information
Accessories
Cleaning/Sanitizing Instructions
Storage
Product Usage Instructions
Instructions for use
Intended use
Important safety information
How to use
Disposal
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

medela SNS Supplemental Nursing System

Product Information

The Supplemental Nursing System (SNS) is a feeding device designed to administer supplemental nutrition to babies while they are being fed at the breast. It is intended for use by caregivers who want to supplement their babies’ breastfeeding with additional nutrients. The SNS consists of a container, tubing, and an attachment device for the breast.

The SNS is not a substitute for breastfeeding. It is important to continue breastfeeding as often as possible to establish and maintain milk supply. The SNS should only be used under the guidance of a healthcare professional or lactation consultant.

Important Safety Information

It is important to follow all safety guidelines when using the SNS:

Do not leave infants unattended while using the SNS.
Do not force or pressure the baby to feed with the SNS.
Proper cleaning and sanitizing of all parts is necessary to avoid bacterial growth.
Do not use the SNS if it is damaged or if any parts are missing.

Accessories

Visit your local Medela website for a list of available SNS accessories.

Cleaning/Sanitizing Instructions

It is important to clean and sanitize all parts of the SNS after each use to avoid bacterial growth. Follow these instructions:

Disassemble all parts of the SNS.
Rinse all parts with cold water.
Clean all parts with warm, soapy water.
Rinse all parts with hot water.
Sanitize all parts in boiling water for five minutes.
Allow all parts to air dry completely before reassembling.

Storage

Store all parts of the SNS in a clean, dry place. Do not store parts in an airtight container or bag to avoid drying up of milk residues and clogging of the tube or bacteria growth.

Product Usage Instructions

Wash your hands with soap and water before handling the SNS.
Assemble the SNS according to the instructions provided in the manual.
Fill the container with the supplemental nutrition as directed by a healthcare professional or lactation consultant.
Attach the tubing to the container and secure the tubing to the breast with the attachment device.
Attach the baby to the breast as you would normally.
Observe the baby while feeding and adjust the flow rate of the supplemental nutrition as needed.
If the baby becomes upset, remove them from the breast and try again at the next feed.
After use, disassemble all parts of the SNS and clean and sanitize them according to the instructions provided in the manual.
Store all parts in a clean, dry place until next use.

Instructions for use

Supplemental Nursing System (SNS)
Read all instructions before use
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Intended use

The Supplemental Nursing System (SNS) is designed to administer supplemental nutrition to babies while they are being fed at the breast.

Important safety information

For your child’s safety and health – WARNING!

Always use this product with adult supervision.
Always check food temperature before feeding.
Inspect before each use. Throw away at the first signs of damage or weakness.
Keep components not in use out of the reach of children to avoid risk of suffocation and strangulation.
Never attach to cords, ribbons, laces or loose parts of clothing. The child can be strangled.
Use Medela original accessories.
Do not modify any parts of the SNS .
This is a single-user product. Use by more than one user without adequate cleaning may present a health risk and should be avoided.
Clean prior to first use.
Never use a device, components or parts if dirt, mould or other contamination is visible.
Take apart and wash all parts that come in contact with the breast and breast milk immediately after use to avoid drying up of milk residues and clogging of the tube or bacteria growth.
Store the clean parts in a clean place. It is important that all residual moisture dries.
Do not store parts in an airtight container/bag.
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before use.
Do not warm breastmilk or infant formula in a microwave oven as this may cause uneven heating and could scald the infant.
Note
Plastic component parts become brittle when frozen and may become damaged if mishandled, e. g. dropped, knocked over, or over-tightened. Take appropriate care in handling components.
Do not use the breastmilk or infant formula if components become damaged.

How to use

Be advised that a breastfeeding specialist or healthcare professional can provide advice if you are unsure on how to use the SNS.
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before use.

Assembling the SNS

See picture 1 for component details.
Fill the container with the required amount of breastmilk or infant formula.
Attach the clip (1-G) to the ring (1-F). Place the assembled ring and clip around the base of the container (1-E).
Place the valve (1-D) on the end of the Twistlok lid (1-C). Screw the assembled Twistlok lid onto the container.
Thread the Twistlok tube (1-B) through the clamp (1-A) and press the tube into the clamp so that milk cannot flow (see picture 2).
Screw the assembled tube and clamp onto the Twistlok lid.

Positioning the SNS and feeding

Once the SNS is completely assembled and the clamp is engaged so that milk cannot flow, invert the SNS and clip it securely and comfortably to a bra strap or top.
To position the tube, first attach the baby to the breast (see picture 3). Once the baby has a good latch (created vacuum), gently insert the tube about ½ – ¾ inch (1.5 – 2cm) into the top corner of the baby’s mouth to ensure its stable placement (see picture 4).
Release the clamp to let the milk flow.

To change the flow of milk

The height of the system can be raised to increase flow and lowered to slow the flow.

Info

If either mother or baby are finding it difficult to use the device with feeding, release the baby from the breast and try again. At first it may be necessary to try this several times. Please note, the baby should never be forced or feel pressured to feed with the SNS. If the baby is becoming upset try again at the next feed. For some babies it may take a couple of attempts before this becomes an easy way to feed together.
Fixation tape may also be used to help position the tube if necessary. Once the SNS has been assembled and clipped to a bra strap or shirt, tape the end of the tube to the breast with it protruding past the nipple by about ¼ inch (0.5cm) at either the 10 o’clock or 2 o’clock position. Attach the baby to the breast as you would normally.

Accessories
Visit your local Medela website for a list of available SNS accessories.

Cleaning/Sanitizing Instructions
WARNING!

Only use drinking-quality water for cleaning.

Before first use and after each use

Disassemble the SNS into its individual parts. Make sure to carefully remove the valve from the Twistlok lid.
Rinse all parts (including the cleaning aid) with cold water (approx. 68 °F or 20 °C).
Following this, clean all parts with plenty of warm, soapy water (approx. 86 °F or 30 °C). Use a commercially available washing-up liquid, preferably without any harsh chemicals, artificial fragrances and colouring.
To clean the tube fill the cleaning aid (see picture 5) with soapy water and flush the tube 3 times.
Rinse all parts again with cold water (approx. 68 °F or 20 °C).
Using the rinsed cleaning aid again, flush the tube 3 times with clean water and then again with air until the inside of the tube is visually dry.
Dry with a clean cloth or leave to dry on a clean cloth.

Before first use and once a day

Clean the product with either boiling water, in the dishwasher or with Quick Clean bags.
To clean with boiling water, cover the components (excluding tube, clamp, ring, clip and cleaning aid) with water and boil for five minutes.
To clean in the dishwasher, place the components (excluding tube, lamp, ring, clip and cleaning aid) on the top rack or in the cutlery section. Use a commercially available dishwashing detergent.
To clean using Quick Clean bags in the microwave, clean the components (excluding tube, clamp, ring, clip and cleaning aid) in accordance with the instructions on the bag.
Dry with a clean cloth or leave to dry on a clean cloth.

Disposal

According to local regulations.

Storage
Store the clean parts in a clean place.

Material

150 ml Container, Lid, Twistlok Lid, Cleaning Aid, Clamp, Clip – PP
Ring, Valve – Silicone
Twistlok Tube – Silicone, ABS

Meaning of symbols

USA Distributor
Medela LLC, 1101 Corporate Drive, McHenry, IL, 60050, USA
customer.service@medela.com
www.medela.us
Canada Distributor
Medela Canada Inc. 4160 Sladeview Crescent, #8, Mississauga, ON, L5L 0A1, Canada info@medela.ca
www.medela.ca