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COLLECTION, STORAGE & USE OF BREASTMILK

How do I store breast milk?

Containers should be clean and have lids that provide an airtight seal.  Containers made of hard plastic and glass are best for long-term storage, but bags designed for milk storage are acceptable, provided they close with twist ties or clips.  Containers should be labeled with waterproof labels and ink, noting the amount of milk and date it was stored.

Can I combined breast milk from different pumping sessions?

Adding milk from one expression to another to make up the desired volume for storing is fine, provided the milk is cooled separately first for a minimum of 1 hour prior to combining.

What sized portions should I store my milk?

Portions should be determined based on the amount required during an individual feeding.  See our Infant Feeding Guide to gauge how much your milk baby should be consuming.   Since you must discard thawed breast milk, to minimize waste, is a good idea to store 1-2 ounce portions so that they are available in case your baby is still hungry.

How long can I store my breast milk?

 

Room Temperature

Refrigerator

Home Freezer

Deep Freezer 0°

Freshly Expressed Breastmilk

4 hours

72 hours
(3 days)

3-6 Months (store in back, not door of freezer)

6-12 Months

Thawed or Previously Frozen Breastmilk

Do Not Store

24 Hours

Do not refreeze

Do not refreeze

How do I used expressed breast milk?

  • Warming milk is best done by shaking the bottle to mix separated elements and placing the container into warm water.  Milk should be warmed to body temperature and should never be boiled or microwaved as this damages its anti-infective properties.
  • Thawing milk can be done by placing a container in the refrigerator over night or by running the container under warm (not hot) water.
  • Milk left in a bottle after a feeding should be discarded.

 

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LIST OF PRODUCTS AVAILABLE FROM BREASTFEEDINGWORLD.COM

Nursing Bras - Leading Lady,  Bravado Designs & Medela

Leading Lady Softcup Seamless Nursing Bra Style 478

Leading Lady Softcup Cotton/Spandex Nursing Bra Style
         449 (Black & White)

Leading Lady Softcup Pure Cotton Nursing Bra Style 447 (White & Ecru)

Leading Lady Softcup T-Back Nursing Bra Style 439

Leading Lady Softcup Cotton Lined Nursing Bra Style 421
        (White & Ecru)

Leading Lady Softcup Hand Free Pumping and Nursing Bra
        Style 445

Leading Lady Softcup Sleep/Leisure  Nursing Style 114 (White, Black, Ecru,

        Red, Turquoise, Purple)

Leading Lady Underwire Pure Cotton Nursing Bra Style 487

Softcup Sports Nursing Bra by Bravado Designs (White,

         Black, Blush, Leopard, Floral)

Medela Comfort Line of Softcup Nursing Maternity and  

          Sleep Bras (White, Black, Nude)

Blue Canoe Jane Bra made with Organic Cotton

 

Panties:  Bravado Brief Panty, Bravado Bikini Panty & Bravado Thong

Medela Brief Panties (White, Black, Nude)

Medela Boxer Panties (White, Black, Nude)

Briefs by Bravado Designs (White, Black, Blush)

Bikini by Bravado Designs (White, Black, Blush, Leopard, Floral)

Thong by Bravado Designs (White, Black, Blush, Leopard, Floral)

 

Medela Kits, Parts & Accessories

Medela Symphony Double Pumping System

Medela Universal Double Pumping System

Medela Lactina Double Pumping System

Medela Standard Breastshield

Medela Softfit Breastshield

Medela Softfit Breastshield with Personal Fit Connectors

Medela Personal Fit Connectors

Medela Personal Fit Large Breastshield

Medela Personal Fit Extra Large Breastshield

Medela Pump In Style Tubing

Medela Yellow Valve With Membrane

Medela Solid Yellow Bottle Cap

Medela Nipple Cap

Medela Nipple Ring

Medela Kits, Spare Parts & Accessories

Medela Symphony Breast Pump Protective Membrane 8100067

Medela Symphony Breast Pump Membrane Cap 8200049

Medela Pump In Style Traveler Diaphragm Cap

Medela Pump In Style Original Diaphragm Cap

Medela Slim Cooling Unit

Medela Contoured Cooling Element

Medela Quick Clean Antibacterial Wipes

Medela Quick Clean Antibacterial Wipes - Sample Size

Medela Quick Clean Microsteam Bags

Medela Quick Clean Microsteam Bags - Sample Size

Medela Breastmilk Storage & Feeding Set

Medela Day Carrier Cooler Kit

Medela Lactina Carrying Case 37067 in Navy and Purple

Medela Vehicle Light Adapter

Medela AC Power Adapter

 

Breast Pads & Nipple Care Products

Lansinoh Lanolin Cream .25 oz.

Lansinoh Lanolin Cream 2 oz.

Soothies Hydro Gel Pads

Lily Padz - Resuable Nursing Pads

Bust Buddies - For Breast Engorgement and Plugged Ducts

Leading Lady Washable Contoured Nursing Pads

Leading Lady Washable Disposable Nursing Pads

Leading Lady Washable Contoured Nursing Pads - Sample Size

Leading Lady Washable Disposable Nursing Pads - Sample Size

Ameda Breast Shell System

Ameda Nipple Shields

 

Breastmilk Collection, Storage & Cooling

 Medela Day Carrier Cooler Kit

 Ameda Cool 'N Carry Tote

 Ameda Breastmilk Bottle Pack

 Medela Slim Cooling Element

 Medela Contoured Cooling Element

 Medela Breastmilk Storage & Feeding Set

 Mother's Milk Mate Storage System

 Mother's Milk Mate Bottle Set

 Medela Quick Clean Antibacterial Wipes

 Medela Quick Clean Micro Steam Bags

 Pump Mate Storage & Feeding System

 Pump Mate Liners & Caps

 Mother's Milk Storage Bags by Ameda

 Mother's Milk Storage Bags - Moms Bags

 Medela Replacment Bottle

 Medela Nipple Ring for Bottle

 Medela Nipple Cap for Bottle

 

 

 

Breastpumps by Medela, Ameda & Bailey Medical - Electric & Manual

Medela Pump In Style Advanced Double Electric Breast Pump - Tote

Medela Pump In Style Advanced Double Electric Breast Pump - Traveler / Backpack

Medela Pump In Style Traveler Double Electric Breast Pump

Medela Pump In Style Original Double Electric Breast Pump

Medela Double Ease Double Electric Breast Pump

Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump

Ameda Purely Yours Double Electric Breast Pump

Ameda Purely Yours Back Pack Double Electric Breast Pump

Ameda Purely Yours Tote Double Electric Breast Pump

Ameda Purely Yours Breast Pump - No Bag

Ameda One Hand Manual Breast Pump

Bailey Medical Engineering Nurture III Double Electric Breast Pump

Medela Mini Electric (Single Deluxe) Breast Pump

Medela Mini Electric (Single Deluxe) Breast Pump Motor Unit

Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump

Medela Manuelectric Breast Pump

Medela Lactina Carrying Case 37067 in Navy and Purple

 

Hands Free Pumping

 Hands Free Breast Pump Bra by Leading Lady

 Hands Free Pumping Bustier by Easy Expressions

 Hands Free Pumping Halter by Easy Expressions

 

Ameda Kits, Parts & Accessories

Ameda Dual Hygienikit Milk Collection System

Ameda Dual Hygienikit Milk Collection System With Hand Pump

Ameda Dual HygieniKit Milk Collection System With Hand Pump and Flexishields

Ameda Standard Breast Flange Body

Ameda Custom Breast Flange System

Ameda Flexishiled Areola Stimulator

Ameda White Valve

Ameda Silicon Valve

Ameda Purely Yours Tubing

Ameda Pump Connector Cap

Ameda Pump Adapter

Ameda One-Hand Breast Pump Assembly

Ameda Cool N Carry Tote

Ameda Vehicle Light Adapter

Ameda AC Power Adapter

Ameda Breastmilk Bottle Pack

 

Breastfeeding Apparel & Bra Accessories

Leading Lady Short Sleeve Nursing Nightgown

Leading Lady Short Sleeve Nursing Pajamas

Medela Soft Support Bra Strap Pads

Leading Lady Bra Extenders

 

Gifts for Mom & Baby

Mother Child Pendant In Sterling Silver

Mother Child Pendant In Gold

Family Child Pendant In Sterling Silver

Family Child Pendant In Gold

Family Child Earings In Sterling Silver

Family Child Earings In Gold

Loving Couple Pendant In Sterling Silver

Loving Couple Pendant In Gold

 

Breastfeeding Pillows, Slings & Stools

Kozy Cushion Breastfeeding Pillow

Kozy Cushion Breastfeeding Pillow Covers

            (Stars, Toys, Bears, Yellow, Pink)

Classes

Breastfeeding Basics Course

Breastfeeding Products Course - FREE

 

Herbal Products for Mom & Baby

Baby's Bliss Gripe Water

More Milk Plus by Motherlove 2 oz.

More Milk Plus by Motherlove 4 oz.

More Milk Plus by Mother love 8 oz.

Mother's Milk Tea by Traditional Medicinals

Fenugreek Capsules by Natural Resources

 

Breastfeeding Books & Videos

The Nursing Mother's Companion by Kathleen Huggins

Nursing Mother Working Mother by Gayle Pryor

The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by Gwen Gotsch & Judy Torqus

Breastfeeding Your Baby Video by Medela