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Breastpump
care
Unplug breastpump prior to cleaning
At home
Daily or when spills occur
In hospitals
Immediately when spills occur
In between each mother and/or on a regular
basis, e.g. daily
• Use a damp (not wet) cloth to wipe over the breastpump.
Optionally, soapy water or a non-abrasive detergent may be used.
• Do not spray or pour liquid directly onto the pump.
• Do not immerse the pump unit in water.
Storing / Thawing Breastmilk
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Refrigerator
Freezer
Compartment
Room
Temperature
Refrigerator
Deep Freezer
Freshly expressed
breastmilk
Thawed breastmilk
(previously frozen)
Do not store
3 – 5 days at
approx. 4° C
10 hours
6 months at
approx. -16° C
12 months at
approx. -18° C
Check with your hospital for specific instructions.
Breastmilk Storage (For Healthy Term Babies)
• When freezing do not fill bottles/bags more than 3/4 full to allow space for expansion.
• Label bottles/bags with the date of pumping.
• Do not store breastmilk in the door of the refrigerator.
• In order to preserve the components of the breastmilk, thaw in the refrigerator overnight
or by holding the bottle/bag under running warm water (max. 37° C).
• Gently shake the bottle/bag to blend any fat that has separated.
• Do not thaw frozen breastmilk in a microwave oven or in a pan of boiling water
(danger of burning).
Do not leave at room
temperature
Never refreeze
Cleaning and Hygiene
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