to be sterilised before first use. Spectra milk storage bags which come pre-
sterilised are available to purchase on the Spectra Baby Australia website.
Important Safeguards
• Do not refreeze previously frozen breast milk once thawed.
• Do not overheat or microwave breast milk as much of its nutritive
value will be lost and hot spots can occur and result in serious burns.
• Do not use bottle warmers to heat breast milk.
Thawing Frozen Breast Milk
There are three ways to thaw frozen breast milk safely. If your caregiver has
given you alternative instructions, always adhere to those. Choose one the
following methods:
• Move it to the back of the refrigerator 24 hours prior to feeding.
• Hold the bottle or bag under warm running water until the milk is
thawed and reaches room temperature.
• Place in a bowl of very warm water and gently move around in the
bowl until thawed, refreshing the warm water as it cools.
Note: Breast milk is still considered frozen as long as it contains any amount of
ice particulates.
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