Expressed Breastmilk Defrosting and Warming
1. Wash your hands thoroughly before handling breastmilk
2. Defrost expressed milk in the fridge. If needed quickly defrost under
cool, then warm running water.
3. Dry the outside of the container with paper before use
DO NOT USE A MICROWAVE TO DEFROST OR WARM
EXPRESSED BREASTMILK.
IF THE EXPRESSED MILK SMELLS SOUR DISCARD IMMEDIATELY
Successful Breastmilk Expression
The Whittlestone Expresser is very simple and easy to use, you will soon
get used to expressing your milk. However, you may need to try a few
times before you succeed initially.
1. Try not to express when you are rushed. Choose a time when you can
relax, free of interruptions.
2. “Let-down” can be encouraged by having your baby, or a photo of
your baby, nearby.
3. Warmth and relaxation can encourage milk flow
4. Try expressing after a bath or a shower.
5. Try expressing from one breast while your baby is feeding from the
other, or continue expressing straight after a feed.
If you experience difficulties with breastmilk expression please consult
your breastfeeding advisor.
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