How do I use breastmilk storage bags?
Top 6 Tips for Using Breastmilk Storage Bags
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Store your milk in disposable breastmilk storage bags specifically designed for breastmilk.
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Freeze milk in 2 to 5 oz portions. Small amounts will thaw more quickly. You will waste less milk this way and will avoid over-feeding your baby.
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Leave some extra room at the top of the container so the bag won't burst, breastmilk is an aqueous liquid and expands when frozen.
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Seal containers tightly!
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Write the date on a piece of tape on stick it on the bag and use the oldest milk first.
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It is ideal to lay the storage bags flat when freezing to maximize freezer space.
