OverviewThe Medela SoftCup is an advanced cup-feeding device for short-term enteral support of infants with sucking difficulties. Its spoon-shaped soft silicone mouthpiece and 80 ml curved-bottom container enable controlled, gentle feeding while minimising milk loss and allowing reliable intake tracking.
Key features- Spoon-shaped soft silicone mouthpiece for gentle cup feeding
- One-way valve membrane between container and mouthpiece to prevent backflow and enable controlled flow
- Squeezeable chambers on the mouthpiece allow manual regulation of flow and portioning
- Curved-bottom 80 ml container with graduations minimises milk loss and supports accurate intake monitoring
- Reusable after cleaning and reprocessing according to the instructions for use
Packaging / ContentsRetail and hospital kits available. Standard kit includes the SoftCup mouthpiece and an 80 ml curved-bottom container with graduations. Product imagery may show connection to compatible Medela breast milk storage bottles.
IndicationsDesigned for short-term feeding of premature, weak or otherwise medically indicated infants with sucking difficulties. Suitable for hospital and clinical settings from the first days of life when cup feeding is preferred or indicated.
Usage NotesRegulate milk flow by gently squeezing the mouthpiece chambers; monitor intake via the graduated container. Clean and reprocess the device following the provided instructions for use. Observe local clinical protocols for supplemental feeding.
Technical specifications- Brand: Medela
- Commercial name: SoftCup™
- Product type: advanced cup feeder (cup-feeding device)
- Container capacity: 80 ml, curved bottom, graduated
- Mouthpiece material: soft silicone, spoon-shaped
- Flow control: one-way valve membrane + squeezeable chambers
- Intended use: short-term oral feeding of infants with sucking difficulties, hospital/clinical use
- Reusability: reusable after cleaning and reprocessing per instructions for use