Successful Breastmilk Expression

Expressed Breastmilk Defrosting and Warming

1.Wash your hands thoroughly before handling breastmilk

2.Defrost expressed milk in the fridge. If needed quickly defrost under cool, then warm running water.

3.Dry the outside of the container with paper before use

DO NOT USE A MICROWAVE TO DEFROST OR WARM EXPRESSED BREASTMILK.

IF THE EXPRESSED MILK SMELLS SOUR DISCARD IMMEDIATELY

The Whittlestone Expresser is very simple and easy to use, you will soon get used to expressing your milk. However, you may need to try a few times before you succeed initially.

1.Try not to express when you are rushed. Choose a time when you can relax, free of interruptions.

2.“Let-down” can be encouraged by having your baby, or a photo of your baby, nearby.

3.Warmth and relaxation can encourage milk flow

4.Try expressing after a bath or a shower.

5.Try expressing from one breast while your baby is feeding from the other, or continue expressing straight after a feed.

If you experience difficulties with breastmilk expression please consult your breastfeeding advisor.