Storing breast milk
You can store breast milk in a sterilised container:
- at room temperature for up to 6 hours
- in the fridge for up to 72 hours (4°C or lower)
- for 2 weeks in the ice compartment of a fridge
- for up to 6 months in a freezer (-18°C or lower)
Breast milk must always be stored in a sterilised container. If you use a pump, always sterilise it before and after use.