NICU Parents Guide for Pumping and Breastfeeding

Cleaning the Pump Parts 1. Always clean the parts after each pumping session. 2. Separate the parts that come in contact with the milk. If using the Medela® attachment kit, separate the yellow valve and white membrane. 3. Rinse the parts in cool water to remove the milk protein. 4. Wash in warm soapy water with a milk liquid detergent, do not use anti-bacterial soap. 5. Rinse in clear water. 6. Allow the parts to air-dry on a clean towel or paper towels. 7. Do not wash the tubing. If you notice moisture in the tube, run thepumpwith tubingattached for 1-2 minutes or until dry.

How long milk is usable depends on where you store it. Breastmilk cannot be refrozen if thawed. Milk Stored Here: Is Safe For: Refrigerator 72 hours (if fresh)

24 hours (if thawed) Frost-free freezer that is part of your refrigerator (around 24° F) Deep Freezer at 0° F

4 months

up to one yea r