OBGYN + Breastfeeding Mom Shares Guidelines for Breastmilk Storage and Use

Feeding & Nutrition

Are you breastfeeding and wondering how long your breastmilk is good for? This week Dr. Sarah Bjorkman, a board-certified OB/GYN and new mom, shares recommendations for breastmilk storage at room temp, in the fridge, and in the freezer! Plus she shares some milk storage tips and debunks a few myths: swirling vs. shaking breastmilk, mixing warm and cold pumped milk, and more!**Weekly pregnancy updates on Wednesdays! Look back to our own pregnancy journey and subscribe as we continue to cover everything from TTC, infertility, prenatal care, labor and delivery, best baby gear, your baby's week by week development, postpartum concerns, and other pregnancy tips and tricks!Check out my video about my FAVORITE PUMPING TIPS/HACKS:Legendairy Milk Duckbill Valves:***updated with breast pump hacks for flanges, etc.Also check out our video to learn "What You Need to Pack to Bring to the Hospital for Mom, Partner, and Baby!

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