Mom's Milk storage guide from www.ameda.com
Storage Time for Human Milk* | Deep Freeze (0°F/ -18°C) | Refrigerator Freezer (variable 0°F/-18°C) | Refrigerator | Cooler with Ice Packs Frozen | Room Temperature | |
Fresh | Up to 12 Months | 3-4 Months | 8 Days | 24 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Frozen, Thawed in Fridge | Do Not Refreeze | Do Not Refreeze | 24 Hours | Do Not Store | 4 Hours | |
Thawed, Warmed, Not Fed | Do Not Refreeze | Do Not Refreeze | 4 Hours | Do Not Store | Until Feeding Ends | |
Warmed, Fed | Discard | Discard | Discard | Discard | Until Feeding Ends |
The NICU stores the milk until needed and then measures out enough for one feeding. Any left over in the bottle is discarded.
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