Medela Contact Nipple Shields - Small Medela Contact Nipple Shields help mums with flat, inverted or sore nipples or an overactive let-down to breastfeed their babies. Breastfeeding with Contact Nipple Shields Medela Contact Nipple Shields offer a durable, comfortable and convenient way to make breastfeeding easier. These Medela nipple shields are designed to help mums breastfeed babies with latch-on difficulties by providing a larger, firmer target for latching. They can also be used to help mums with flat, inverted or sore nipples or an overactive let-down to breastfeed. The Contact Nipple Shields are specially designed and constructed to provide close contact for the baby. Benefits of Contact Nipple Shields Medela Contact Nipple Shields protect the nipples during feeding and help the baby to latch on. The special shape offers high skin contact. The BPA-free shields are available in three sizes and come in a practical storage box.