How long can I use expressed breast milk?
⚡ Short answer: Storage times for expressed breast milk depend on where it's stored: **At room temperature (up to 25°C):** Can be safely kept for 4 hours.
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bir anne · Mom
I want to know exactly how long expressed breast milk can be stored in the refrigerator and deep freezer.
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Storage times for expressed breast milk depend on where it's stored:
At room temperature (up to 25°C): Can be safely kept for 4 hours.
In the refrigerator (0-4°C): Can be stored for 4 days. Best to place it in the coldest part of the refrigerator, at the back not on the door.
In deep freezer:
- In the freezer compartment of the refrigerator (if below -18°C): 2 weeks.
- In a separate deep freezer (-18°C and below): 3-6 months.
- In a stable temperature industrial deep freezer: 6-12 months.
Important points:
- Storage containers should be glass or BPA-free hard plastic; if using bags, use double-layer breast milk storage bags.
- Label each container with the date and time the milk was expressed.
- Milk thawed in the refrigerator shouldn't be refrozen; use it within 24 hours.
- If the baby doesn't finish room-temperature milk, discard it within 1-2 hours, don't put it back in the refrigerator.
These times follow recommendations from AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics) and WHO.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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