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Tips for storing and preparing breast milk

Reviewed by Kristie Rivers, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician

For the times you can't be there

You can pump, store, and serve breast milk with our helpful tips.

There are numerous benefits your baby can gain from breastfeeding, but we know that it isn’t always so simple. Whether you are starting back to work or just need some time to yourself, you might not always be present to breastfeed, but that doesn’t mean your baby has to miss out on the benefits of breast milk. With these tips, you can store and use pumped or hand-expressed breast milk effectively.

Reviewed by Dr. Jen Lincoln, September 2020

References

  1. The Mayo Clinic. Breast milk storage: do’s and don’ts.
  2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Proper handling and storage of human milk.

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