MILK STORAGE BAG 200CC(20PCS)

Description

“MILK STORAGE BAG 200CC (20PCS)” refers to a package of 20 disposable bags, each designed to hold up to 200 cubic centimeters (or milliliters, as 1cc = 1mL) of breast milk. These bags are specifically designed for collecting, storing, and freezing expressed breast milk.

Here’s a breakdown of their common features and how they are used:

Key Features:

• Capacity: 200cc (or 200ml) per bag. This is a common size, allowing mothers to store milk in portions that are typically consumed by a baby at one feeding, minimizing waste.
• Quantity: 20 pieces, meaning you get 20 individual bags in the pack.
• Pre-Sterilized: Most milk storage bags come pre-sterilized, meaning they are ready to use directly out of the box without needing to be washed or sterilized by the user.
• BPA-Free: A crucial safety feature, ensuring no harmful chemicals leach into the breast milk.
• Leak-Proof Seal: Typically feature a double zipper or a strong, secure seal to prevent leaks, which is essential for preserving the milk and avoiding mess.
• Self-Standing Design: Many bags have a gusseted bottom that allows them to stand upright when filled, making it easier to fill and store them in the refrigerator.
• Flat Freezing: Designed to lay flat in the freezer, which helps save space and allows for quicker thawing.
• Labeling Area: Include a dedicated space to write the date, time, and amount of milk expressed, crucial for following the “first in, first out” rule and tracking supply.
• Durable Material: Made from food-grade plastic that is resistant to temperature changes, making them suitable for both refrigeration and freezing.

How to Use Breast Milk Storage Bags:

1. Wash Hands: Always wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before handling breast milk or storage bags.
2. Pump Milk: Express breast milk directly into a clean breast pump bottle or collection container.
3. Transfer Milk: Carefully pour the expressed milk from the bottle into the storage bag. Do not fill the bag completely to the top, as breast milk expands when it freezes. Leave about an inch of space.
4. Remove Air (Optional but Recommended): Gently press out any excess air from the top of the bag before sealing it. This helps save space and can help preserve the milk’s quality.
5. Seal Securely: Ensure the zipper or seal is completely closed and leak-proof.
6. Label: Write the date and amount of milk on the bag using a permanent marker. Some mothers also add the time of expression or their baby’s name if the milk is for daycare.
7. Store:
   • Refrigerator: Store in the back of the refrigerator (not the door, where temperatures fluctuate more) for up to 4 days (optimal, some guidelines say up to 8 days under very clean conditions).
   • Freezer: For longer storage, lay the bags flat in the back of the freezer. In a standard freezer connected to a refrigerator, milk can be stored for about 6 months. In a deep freezer, it can last up to 12 months.

Important Breast Milk Storage Guidelines (General Recommendations, always check with your pediatrician):

• Room Temperature: Freshly expressed milk can stay at room temperature (up to 25°C or 77°F) for up to 4 hours.
• Refrigerated: Freshly expressed milk can be stored in the refrigerator (4°C or 39°F) for up to 4 days.
• Frozen:
  • Freezer compartment of a refrigerator: up to 6 months.
  • Deep freezer (-18°C or 0°F or colder): up to 12 months.
• Thawing: Thaw frozen breast milk slowly in the refrigerator overnight, or by placing the bag in a bowl of warm water or under lukewarm running water.
• Never Refreeze: Once breast milk has been thawed, do not refreeze it.
• Microwave Not Recommended: Do not heat or thaw breast milk in a microwave, as it can create hot spots that burn a baby’s mouth and can destroy nutrients.
• Leftovers: Any leftover milk in a bottle after a feeding should be used within 2 hours or discarded.

These milk storage bags are a convenient tool for breastfeeding mothers who express milk, allowing them to build a stash for when they are away from their baby or to manage their milk supply.

Here’s a breakdown of their common features and how they are used:

Key Features:

• Capacity: 200cc (or 200ml) per bag. This is a common size, allowing mothers to store milk in portions that are typically consumed by a baby at one feeding, minimizing waste.
• Quantity: 20 pieces, meaning you get 20 individual bags in the pack.
• Pre-Sterilized: Most milk storage bags come pre-sterilized, meaning they are ready to use directly out of the box without needing to be washed or sterilized by the user.
• BPA-Free: A crucial safety feature, ensuring no harmful chemicals leach into the breast milk.
• Leak-Proof Seal: Typically feature a double zipper or a strong, secure seal to prevent leaks, which is essential for preserving the milk and avoiding mess.
• Self-Standing Design: Many bags have a gusseted bottom that allows them to stand upright when filled, making it easier to fill and store them in the refrigerator.
• Flat Freezing: Designed to lay flat in the freezer, which helps save space and allows for quicker thawing.
• Labeling Area: Include a dedicated space to write the date, time, and amount of milk expressed, crucial for following the “first in, first out” rule and tracking supply.
• Durable Material: Made from food-grade plastic that is resistant to temperature changes, making them suitable for both refrigeration and freezing.

How to Use Breast Milk Storage Bags:

1. Wash Hands: Always wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before handling breast milk or storage bags.
2. Pump Milk: Express breast milk directly into a clean breast pump bottle or collection container.
3. Transfer Milk: Carefully pour the expressed milk from the bottle into the storage bag. Do not fill the bag completely to the top, as breast milk expands when it freezes. Leave about an inch of space.
4. Remove Air (Optional but Recommended): Gently press out any excess air from the top of the bag before sealing it. This helps save space and can help preserve the milk’s quality.
5. Seal Securely: Ensure the zipper or seal is completely closed and leak-proof.
6. Label: Write the date and amount of milk on the bag using a permanent marker. Some mothers also add the time of expression or their baby’s name if the milk is for daycare.
7. Store:
   • Refrigerator: Store in the back of the refrigerator (not the door, where temperatures fluctuate more) for up to 4 days (optimal, some guidelines say up to 8 days under very clean conditions).
   • Freezer: For longer storage, lay the bags flat in the back of the freezer. In a standard freezer connected to a refrigerator, milk can be stored for about 6 months. In a deep freezer, it can last up to 12 months.

Important Breast Milk Storage Guidelines (General Recommendations, always check with your pediatrician):

• Room Temperature: Freshly expressed milk can stay at room temperature (up to 25°C or 77°F) for up to 4 hours.
• Refrigerated: Freshly expressed milk can be stored in the refrigerator (4°C or 39°F) for up to 4 days.
• Frozen:
  • Freezer compartment of a refrigerator: up to 6 months.
  • Deep freezer (-18°C or 0°F or colder): up to 12 months.
• Thawing: Thaw frozen breast milk slowly in the refrigerator overnight, or by placing the bag in a bowl of warm water or under lukewarm running water.
• Never Refreeze: Once breast milk has been thawed, do not refreeze it.
• Microwave Not Recommended: Do not heat or thaw breast milk in a microwave, as it can create hot spots that burn a baby’s mouth and can destroy nutrients.
• Leftovers: Any leftover milk in a bottle after a feeding should be used within 2 hours or discarded.

These milk storage bags are a convenient tool for breastfeeding mothers who express milk, allowing them to build a stash for when they are away from their baby or to manage their milk supply.