Freezing Breast Milk..

Question

How long does it last?

How do you thaw it out?

Can you freeze and thaw it in those bottle bag thingys?

Answer 1

Just want to add that you'll really be surprised how quickly it thaws.  It's no trouble at all....

Answer 2

I stored for my first and am storing now with some milk bags. The kind of breast pads i use come with 2 bags in every box ,also they sell just the bags in a seperate box. the brand name is (lansinoh..in a purple box) and you can pick it up at any walmart or target. I think its around $8.00, or you can use a reg. zip lock bag as well.

the bottle bags made specifally for the bottles, I wouldnt reccommend. But you can freeze you milk and store it in the top freezer of your ice box and it will last for about 6 months...if you have a big freezer it will last for about 9 months and if you have a deep freezer it can last for over a yr.

To deforst, just fill you kitchen zink with hot water and place the bag in the water...when it is defrosted all the way put it in the bottle and give to your baby.

Answer 3

It will last 3 mo. in a regular freezer, more in a deep freeze and less in a combo fridge/freezer.  Thaw it either in the fridge overnight or in a dish of warm water.  They make special bags to freeze it but you could probably use regular zip locks.  As long as it seal well and is sanitized.  Freeze immediately after pumping and use immediately after thawing.  Breastmilk in the fridge should be used within 72 hours.

Answer 4

NO FREEZ.