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Human Milk Storage Guidelines for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) These guidelines are for healthy full term babies1 Guidelines are for home use only

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1. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and warm water before handling the breast milk storage containers.
2. Use clean and sterilized containers to store breast milk.
3. Label each container with the date and time of expression.
4. Use breast milk storage bags or BPA-free containers with tight-fitting lids.
5. Fill the container only up to 2/3 full to allow for expansion during freezing.
6. Store breast milk in small portions (2-4 ounces) to avoid wastage.
7. Place the containers flat in the refrigerator or freezer to allow for even cooling and freezing.
8. Store breast milk in the back of the refrigerator or freezer where temperatures are more consistent.
9. If storing in the freezer, use the coldest part of the freezer, such as the back or bottom shelf.
10. If thawing frozen breast milk, do it slowly in the refrigerator or under warm running water.
11. Do not refreeze thawed breast milk. Use it within 24 hours.
12. Discard any breast milk that has been left at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
13. Always check for any signs of spoilage or contamination before using stored breast milk.

Who needs human milk storage guidelines?

1. Human milk storage guidelines are important for:
2. - Nursing mothers who pump and store breast milk for their infants.
3. - Parents who rely on donated breast milk for their babies.
4. - Healthcare professionals who counsel breastfeeding mothers and provide education on breast milk storage.
5. - Breast milk banks or milk sharing organizations that handle and distribute donated breast milk.
6. - Hospitals and health facilities that need to ensure safe storage and handling of breast milk.

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What is human milk storage guidelines?

Human milk storage guidelines outline the proper procedures for safely storing breast milk to maintain its quality and prevent contamination.

Who is required to file human milk storage guidelines?

Healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and milk banks, are required to follow and implement human milk storage guidelines.

How to fill out human milk storage guidelines?

To fill out human milk storage guidelines, healthcare facilities must document their storage procedures, including temperature requirements, labeling protocols, and storage duration.

What is the purpose of human milk storage guidelines?

The purpose of human milk storage guidelines is to ensure that breast milk is stored and handled properly to maintain its nutritional value and safety for infants.

What information must be reported on human milk storage guidelines?

Human milk storage guidelines should include details on how and where breast milk is stored, temperature monitoring procedures, and protocols for labeling and dispensing.