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How to Hand express breast milk ⬇️ 1. Start with the pad of your thumb at the top of your breast, and your finger pads below. About 1-2 inch from nip 2. Support your breast, then press the breast towards the chest wall to put pressure on the milk ducts. 3. Now compress the breast between your fingers and thumb to move the milk forward towards your nipple (or keep in place whatever works better for you) 4. Release and repeat rhythmically: press—compress—relax (like a baby breastfeeding) until mil

Let’s simplify your breastmilk storage routine to make for easier and smarter storage!! 🍼💡 What’s your best breastmilk storage TIP / HACK 👇 Let’s talk breastmilk storage safety too: 🍼 Room Temperature (up to 77°F / 25°C): Freshly pumped milk is safe for up to 4 hours ❄️ Refrigerator (≤40°F / 4°C): Store in the back of the fridge (not the door) for up to 4 days 🧊 Freezer (0°F / -18°C or colder): Store for up to 6 months (best quality) and up to 12 months if needed (I’ve personally still used