The Science of Care

Across the different stages of life, Medela products go beyond form and function. They heal, nurture health, and build bonds.

Over the last 60 years, our company has been devoted to the science of making the most delicate form of care simple, intuitive, and effective.

Medela has been caring for moms and babies, patients, and healthcare professionals for so long, we’ve turned it into a science.

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Michael Larsson, Chairman of the Board

Through advancing research, observing natural behavior and listening to our customers, Medela turns science into care, nurturing health for generations.

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Our mission pillars

Advancing research

Through strong investment in scientific and clinical research on the anatomy of the lactating breast, infant sucking patterns and mechanics and stem cells in mothers' milk, we support and celebrate breakthrough insights in lactation, human milk, and infant feeding, understanding that this can lead to better health outcomes.

Observing natural behaviour

By observing infant suckling and the importance of skin-to-skin contact, we drove innovation that removed early breastfeeding barriers to help moms and babies get the strongest start. Through observing dedicated nurses care for their patients, we recognize the positive impact that intuitive technology has on patient care.

Listening to our customers

We sit with moms as they pump to better understand their challenges and we learn from parents seeking trusted information to help make informed decisions. Our engagement with clinicians and parents in the NICU allows us to identify gaps in care, and by hearing directly from healthcare professionals about their equipment needs, we ensure they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care – understanding is essential in driving meaningful change.

Advancing research

Through strong investment in scientific and clinical research on the anatomy of the lactating breast, infant sucking patterns and mechanics and stem cells in mothers' milk, we support and celebrate breakthrough insights in lactation, human milk, and infant feeding, understanding that this can lead to better health outcomes.

Observing natural behaviour

By observing infant suckling and the importance of skin-to-skin contact, we drove innovation that removed early breastfeeding barriers to help moms and babies get the strongest start. Through observing dedicated nurses care for their patients, we recognize the positive impact that intuitive technology has on patient care.

Listening to our customers

We sit with moms as they pump to better understand their challenges and we learn from parents seeking trusted information to help make informed decisions. Our engagement with clinicians and parents in the NICU allows us to identify gaps in care, and by hearing directly from healthcare professionals about their equipment needs, we ensure they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care – understanding is essential in driving meaningful change.

Committed to Breastfeeding: Medela’s Position on the WHO Code

As one of the biggest supporters of breastfeeding amongst commercial companies, Medela is fully committed to the goals of the World Health Organization’s International Code of Marketing of Breast-Milk Substitutes (WHO Code) and resolutely supports mothers, babies, and families along their breastfeeding journey.

Find out more about our marketing guidelines and our commitment to breastfeeding.