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dboo
24-03-2010, 13:17
I know this question has been asked before recently but I can't find the thread.
If I express milk at night and keep it in the fridge, can I add some more EBM to it in the morning? I am only expressing small amounts and want to make a decent amount before freezing.
Anyone know? Thanks in advance.

WorkingClassMum
24-03-2010, 14:06
** bump **
:flowerz:

kingyo
24-03-2010, 14:10
You can but it needs to be chilled as well before adding it to the previous batch (you shouldn't add warm milk to chilled or already frozen milk).
I think its also advised to only keep a batch in the fridge for up to 24 hours before you freeze it. :yes:

dboo
24-03-2010, 18:52
Excellent. Thank you. Also, if I just want to keep it in the fridge and not freeze, how long is it good for? 24 hours?

kingyo
24-03-2010, 18:58
The ABA website says 3-5 days in the fridge.
Actually, here's the link to their little info table because it's great to print out and stick on the fridge! ;)
http://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bfinfo/express.html

dboo
24-03-2010, 19:16
Wonderful. Thanks kingyo.