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Samnjenna
LIF Infant
Member since 5/06 297 total posts
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Jenna
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storing breastmilk
in need of some advice here.
just gave birth and am breastfeeding. I'm pumping to get a stock for when I go back to work, but I'm not sure what sort of container I should store the milk in the freezer with.
DH thinks we can just put it in a ziplock, but I thought we needed special breastfeeding storage bags.
Does anyone know what to use? any helpful sites for info on BFing????
TIA
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Posted 10/2/07 2:46 PM  |
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JessieQ
Rest in Peace baby Rogan
Member since 6/07 1122 total posts
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Jessica
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Re: storing breastmilk
I would suggest breastmilk storage bags, they are easier to pour out of, they are made to be frozen, and they have convenient markings on the side so you can tell how much is in them.
I have heard a lot about http://www.kellymom.com/ , I would check there first.
ETA: Congratulations and good luck!
Message edited 10/2/2007 2:50:41 PM.
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| Posted 10/2/07 2:50 PM |
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Calla
My girls
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Re: storing breastmilk
The official storage bags are also sterilized -- http://store.babycenter.com/product/3961.do to see an example.
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| Posted 10/2/07 2:52 PM |
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WhatNow
Say Cheese!
Member since 1/06 8033 total posts
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A (formerly WhatNow?)
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Re: storing breastmilk
I used Gerber BM storage bags with my son. This time I am using Lansinoh, I like them better, actually.
Definitely don't use zip lock bags.
Congratulations on your baby and best of luck!!
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| Posted 10/2/07 2:56 PM |
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Porrruss
Nya nya nya
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Amy
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Re: storing breastmilk
I like the Lansinoh bags- they fit more and just feel more sturdy.
You can buy them at Rite Aid, Target, BRU,etc
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| Posted 10/2/07 3:46 PM |
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wowcoulditbe
wow, pic is already 1 yr old!!
Member since 1/06 6689 total posts
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D
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Re: storing breastmilk
i like the gerber bags.....and the medela containers too....we had a freezer of them and just started using them....since dd will start milk when we run out!
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| Posted 10/2/07 11:09 PM |
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Member since 5/05 6530 total posts
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Lisa
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Re: storing breastmilk
the BM bags are better than ziplocks because they're sterile, intended for the freezer and they're thicker (so they don't get holes or tear once frozen).
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| Posted 10/2/07 11:14 PM |
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smdl
I love Gary too..on a plate!
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me
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Re: storing breastmilk
I use Medela or Lansinoh bags. They are made especially for this purpose.
I also use Medela containers but mostly for the fridge.
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| Posted 10/2/07 11:41 PM |
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Karebaby
Precious
Member since 10/06 5304 total posts
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Karyn
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Re: storing breastmilk
Posted by Porrruss
I like the Lansinoh bags- they fit more and just feel more sturdy.
You can buy them at Rite Aid, Target, BRU,etc
I agree.
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