How do I safely store breast milk?
Many places have varying answers, because many health regions (including my own) choose to use the smallest amount of time they hear from any source just to be on the safe side.. it’s a good idea to let a little of your milk go sour so that you can identify bad milk. Here is LLL’s guideline, which I use and haven’t spoiled any milk yet. Storing milk in 2-4 ounce amounts may reduce waste. Refrigerated milk has more anti-infective properties than frozen milk. Cool milk in refrigerator before adding to frozen milk. Human milk can be stored at room temperature (66-72°F, 19-22°C) for up to 10 hours in a refrigerator (32-39°F, 0-4°C) for up to 8 days in a freezer compartment inside a refrigerator (variable temperature due to the door opening frequently) for up to 2 weeks in a freezer compartment with a separate door (variable temperature due to the door opening frequently) for up to 3 to 4 months. in a separate deep freeze (0°F, -19°C) for up to 6 months or longer. What Type of Container to
