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Storing Breast Milk
By Terri Hall-Jackson, contributing writer to Care2's Green Living
Moms choose to breastfeed because they believe this is the most nutritive, safe choice for their precious babes. Breast pumps make it possible to store this liquid gold, but some storage containers are better than others.
Containers made of polycarbonate or PVC (vinyl) plastics have been shown to leach toxins such as bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates, chemicals associated with hormone disruption, prostate and breast cancer, and other damaging health effects. Those sealable plastic nursing bags designed for storing breast milk are made of polyethylene. Studies published in Early Human Development and Nutrition Review showed no chemical leaching into the milk, but did indicate that milk stored in these bags may lose some nutrients because they cling to the plastic.
The answer is glass jars, any kind as long as it’s cleaned out very well—preferably in the dishwasher on high heat.
Heavy glass canning jars are ideal for canning breast milk. These jars, available in 8-ounce sizes, can withstand cold and heat. This means they can be refrigerated and placed in hot water for heating milk. After pumping, immediately pour breast milk into one of these wide-mouth jars and refrigerate. Be sure to fill the jar only halfway in order to provide room for glass expansion.
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add your comment »I am sorry to say that but I feel that this is a bogus idea storing breast milk in plastic bottles and feeding them to your babies. Anyway it may be suitable for some people. Very interesting site. Hope it will always be alive!
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I have a baby one 17month and I still breastfeed him but only at night time so I don't realy have a problem. So for me i prefer the baby not to use the bottle contain my breast milk.
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there never used to be plastic bottles to feed your baby. it can be frustrating but try to find glass bottles it will help your baby alot. they may be expensive.
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Only problem I have with this is... I have so much breastmilk in my freezer!! I made a crazy amount of milk the 1st 2 months of my little boys life I could have felt 4 babies! If I used glass I would have to buy another freezer... or 3! Someone needs to comeout with recycled,safe plastic,reusable breast milk storage bags!
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