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Is it OK to defrost frozen breast milk from a deep freezer overnight in the refrigerator and then re-heat per guidelines?

April 26, 2017breast Deep defrost freezer frozen milk Ok overnight re-heat refrigerator

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Is it OK to defrost frozen breast milk from a deep freezer overnight in the refrigerator and then re-heat per guidelines?

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This is a fine way to do things. How long the milk is frozen doesnt really change how it should be thawed. Refrigerate over night or placing the bag in a pot of warm water is fine. After thawing, be sure to use it within 24 hours. Click here for more on how to store and thaw breastmilk.