{"product_id":"medela-calma-solitaire-teat","title":"Medela Calma Solitaire Teat","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Medela Calma™ Teat is a specialised feeding teat designed for babies who are being fed expressed breast milk. Unlike conventional bottle teats where milk can flow freely once the bottle is tilted, Calma is designed to allow baby to control the flow of milk through their own sucking action. Baby needs to create a vacuum to start the milk flowing, can pause during the feed and then resume when ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped with breastfeeding in mind, Calma is designed to support a feeding pattern that is closer to breastfeeding than a traditional bottle teat. The system allows baby to \u003cstrong\u003esuck, swallow, pause and breathe at their own rhythm\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the flow stops when baby stops creating the necessary suction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalma is also designed as a \u003cstrong\u003esingle teat size that can be used as baby grows\u003c\/strong\u003e. Instead of changing between slow, medium and fast-flow teats, the Calma system allows baby to regulate the flow through their sucking strength and rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Calma works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuction-activated milk flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Milk flows when baby creates a vacuum by sucking rather than flowing freely simply because the bottle is tilted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaby controls the flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baby can regulate the milk flow through their sucking action, allowing them to pause when they need to.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports natural pauses:\u003c\/strong\u003e The flow stops when baby pauses their sucking, allowing them to suck, swallow, breathe and rest at their own rhythm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatented design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calma uses a specially designed internal system to help regulate milk flow during feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne teat for all stages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calma is designed to be used throughout the breastfeeding journey rather than requiring different teat flow rates as baby grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for expressed breast milk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalma was specifically developed for feeding expressed breast milk. The design encourages baby to actively create suction to initiate milk flow, rather than relying on gravity or a conventional teat opening to deliver milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes Calma an option for breastfeeding parents who want to introduce bottle feeds while continuing to offer breast milk. It can be useful when another parent or caregiver is doing a feed, when you're returning to work, when you're away from baby or simply when you want the flexibility of offering expressed milk in a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne size as baby grows\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the key differences between Calma and conventional bottle teats is that \u003cstrong\u003eyou don't need to change the Calma teat to a faster flow as baby gets older\u003c\/strong\u003e. The flow is controlled by baby's sucking action rather than by selecting a different teat flow rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same Calma teat is designed to remain suitable as baby grows, provided baby is comfortable using the feeding system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssemble the teat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Make sure the Calma teat and housing are correctly assembled according to the manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttach to a compatible bottle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Secure the assembled Calma feeding system onto a compatible Medela breast milk bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition baby comfortably:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hold baby in a supported, comfortable feeding position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllow baby to latch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give baby time to latch onto Calma and create the suction needed to start the milk flowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFollow baby's cues:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow baby to control the pace of the feed, including when they want to pause and resume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMedela Calma Teat\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly useful for breastfeeding parents who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to offer expressed breast milk in a bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant baby to actively control the flow of milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer a feeding system designed with breastfeeding in mind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to avoid changing between different teat flow rates as baby grows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant another parent or caregiver to be able to offer expressed breast milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre preparing for returning to work or periods away from baby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlready use Medela breast milk bottles and want a compatible Calma feeding system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA little Calma reality check:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calma is designed differently from a conventional bottle teat, so it can take baby a little time to learn how to use it. Baby needs to actively create suction for milk to flow, meaning it may feel different from a standard bottle. Some babies take to it quickly while others need a little practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're introducing Calma while breastfeeding is still being established, or you're experiencing ongoing latch difficulties, nipple pain or concerns about milk transfer, consider speaking to a lactation consultant or other appropriately qualified healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is for the \u003cstrong\u003eMedela Calma™ Teat\/feeding system only\u003c\/strong\u003e. A compatible Medela breast milk bottle is required and is sold separately. Calma is designed for feeding expressed breast milk and should always be used according to the manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sunpac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47949742080177,"sku":"MDL-CLST","price":479.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9559\/4673\/files\/MedelaCalmaBreastMilkBottle150ml-2.jpg?v=1789816685","url":"https:\/\/pandylane.com\/products\/medela-calma-solitaire-teat","provider":"Pandylane","version":"1.0","type":"link"}