Breast milk storage??? Please help

Question

I started pumping yesterday (baby is 2 weeks old) and I got about 3 ounces  throughout the day. I put it into a milk storage bag, and into the fridge. I'm trying to get baby used to bottles since I have to go back to work in less then 4 weeks.

The milk has separated, which I expected... But how do I un-separate it to use it for feedings? Also, can I combine today's pumped milk with yesterday's?? Since I'm not getting a ton yet....

Answer

My doctor said you can combine as long as it is the same temp. So for examples if you got 2 ounces yesterday and put it in the fridge and 2 ounces today, put it in the fridge once their both cold you can combine.

Answer

I shook mine and then warmed it in a bowl of warm water.. I wouldn't mix new with older.. And I believe breast milk in a fridge is only good for 24 to 36 hours??

Answer

This is what I use from our breastfeeding clinic

Answer

Do not shake it to separate it. I have been going to the breastfeeding clinic since I got out of the hospital and they are very big on this because shaking it up separates the fat so just swirl it around in the bottle for a sec

Breast milk storage??? Please help

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