{"id":46685,"date":"2021-08-17T09:00:16","date_gmt":"2021-08-17T01:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/?p=46685"},"modified":"2022-04-18T10:37:07","modified_gmt":"2022-04-18T02:37:07","slug":"how-to-store-breast-milk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/how-to-store-breast-milk\/","title":{"rendered":"This Is The Proper Way To Express, Store, And Thaw Breast Milk"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fact: Express breast milk is the best and most nutritious food for your baby, especially when you\u2019re not around to feed them. That said, <\/span>storing breast milk<\/span> can be tricky. If you don\u2019t store it properly, you risk spoilage and your baby is left hungry. If you know<\/span> how to store breast milk<\/span> the right way, you won\u2019t have to worry about feedings when you\u2019re away at work or need to catch up on sleep as your partner can help out. Hence, here are some helpful tips on the best and safest way to pump, store, and thaw breast milk.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Expressing Breast Milk: Location, Hygiene, And Useful Tips<\/span><\/h2>\n

The Best Place To Pump Breast Milk\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Before you learn <\/span>how to store breast milk<\/span> properly, let\u2019s begin with the basics of expressing breast milk, which starts with choosing the right location. As a rule of thumb, cleanliness is key. As such, avoid using places like the bathroom, toilet, or kitchen to express your breast milk. Also, avoid places that are used to prepare other food. As with the new norm, remember to always wash your <\/span>hands<\/span><\/a> thoroughly with antibacterial <\/span>soap<\/span><\/a> before you begin to pump.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Ensure Your Equipment Is Clean\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Apart from ensuring the location and your hands are clean, the same hygiene standards should be applied to your equipment for expressing breast milk. For example, always use soap and water to thoroughly clean your <\/span>breast pump<\/span><\/a>. Then, pat it dry with fresh <\/span>paper towels<\/span><\/a>. Don\u2019t forget to <\/span>sterilise<\/span><\/a> it every day too.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How To Express Breast Milk Effectively\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Expressing breast milk will require some practice before you master the process. Here are a few tips to help you express breast milk like a pro:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n