Hydrogel Pads
Instructions for use
The Hydrogel Pads are intended for single use as soothing breast pads for nursing mothers. Wash hands before using the product.
- Open pouch.
- Remove gel pad from the plastic liner.
- Gently place the gel side of the pad directly over your nipple.
- Do not use if the pouch is open or damaged.
- Prior to breastfeeding, remove the gel pad.
- Place on a clean surface.
- Gently wash the breast with warm water and pat dry.
- Then start breastfeeding.
- After breastfeeding, reapply the gel pad.
Do not use soaps or detergents to clean pad
- Store gel pads in a cool, dry place
- For more cooling sensation, gel pads can be stored in the fridge
- Reusable for 24 hours
- If gel pad becomes cloudy or milky, please discard and use a new one.
Optional: To improve soothing, briefly pass the gel side of the pad under a cool stream of water (1–2 seconds), shake off excess water and set aside for 2 minutes. Do not rinse more than twice a day.
Important Safeguards
Use only as indicated
- Keep out of reach of children, especially the plastic liner
- Extra care should be taken if using with cracked nipples or fungal infection
- If nipples are cracked, bleeding or have a burning sensation, contact your lactation consultant or physician
- To prevent nipple pain it is important that baby feeds at mother’s breast in a correct position.
Ingredients: Water, glycerol, polymer
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www.medela.com
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