I thawed some frozen breastmilk last night to feed my son. It was from the first of August. He would not take it- he usually accepts milk from a bottle. I smelled of the milk to see if perhaps it was spoiled but it had a matallic scent. Any thoughts??
2006-09-12 03:34:12 · 14 answers · asked by Sis 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
There's not much you can do if the baby won't drink the milk. Typically, frozen milk last up to 3 months in the freezer. (6 months in the freezer if its on of those freezer-only-type models (not a refriderator). If you have a lot of frozen milk, you can try using it in the cereal and see if your son will try it that way. Maybe it was just this on batch - it could have been something you ate. See if it happens again the next time you freeze.
2006-09-12 03:42:48 · answer #1 · answered by momathomewith2boys 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Does he usually accept thawed milk?
The only thing I can think of is that your milk may have an excess of the enzyme lypase in it, which can cause the milk to taste sour, soapy or rancid, even though it is perfectly fine. Most babies will still take this milk, but some won't. You may want to scald your milk to prevent this from happening in the future, and see if that helps him to take the milk.
Oh and the freezing guidelines for breastmilk is:
stand alone freezer-- 6-12 months
freezer attached to refrigerator-- 3-6 months
freezer inside refrigerator compartment (old style freezers)-- 2 weeks
2006-09-12 10:41:40 · answer #2 · answered by I ♥ EC 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I pumped at work for over a year...and stored it in the freezer during that time. It should still be OK unless it was in a part of the freezer that isn't as cold as the rest (like really close to the door). Breast milk changes as the baby ages. I could just be that he is no longer used to the taste of the milk that he got over a month ago.
2006-09-12 11:04:50 · answer #3 · answered by JordanB 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It probably is OK -- but if he woudln't drink it, I would say just pitch it. Here are the guidelines from La Leche League for storing breastmilk. It can be kept frozen for up to 4 months in a regular freezer or 6 months in a deep freeze:
Storage Guidelines
Storing milk in 2-4 ounce amounts may reduce waste. Refrigerated milk has more anti-infective properties than frozen milk. Cool milk in refrigerator before adding to frozen milk.
Human milk can be stored
* at room temperature (66-72°F, 19-22°C) for up to 10 hours
* in a refrigerator (32-39°F, 0-4°C) for up to 8 days
* in a freezer compartment inside a refrigerator (variable temperature due to the door opening frequently) for up to 2 weeks
* in a freezer compartment with a separate door (variable temperature due to the door opening frequently) for up to 3 to 4 months.
* in a separate deep freeze (0°F, -19°C) for up to 6 months or longer.
What Type of Container to Use
Refrigerated or frozen milk may be stored in:
* hard-sided plastic or glass containers with well-fitting tops
* freezer milk bags that are designed for storing human milk
Disposable bottle liners are not recommended.
How to Warm the Milk
Thaw and/or heat under warm, running water.
Do not bring temperature of milk to boiling point.
Gently swirl milk before testing the temperature. Swirling will also redistribute the cream into the milk. (It is normal for stored milk to separate into a cream and milk layer.)
Do not use a microwave oven to heat human milk.
Thawed Milk
If milk has been frozen and thawed, it can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours for later use. It should not be refrozen. It is not known whether milk that is left in the bottle after a feeding can be safely kept until the next feeding or if it should be discarded.
2006-09-12 10:42:00 · answer #4 · answered by HoosierMommy06 3 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Breast milk is so easily digestible that in some women it actually begins to digest itself (it's true!!)... My own milk got a vomit/cheesy odor to it because of this.
If you need to use frozen milk (see guidelines with lalecheleague.org) you can scald the milk before freezing it to keep this self-digestion from occurring.
2006-09-12 14:30:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
breast milk can stay frozen for up to 3 months. not sure of the reason but if you are not sure, throw it out
2006-09-12 10:39:48 · answer #6 · answered by heli 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Feed him with fresh milk and stop trying to push frozen milk on him. If you have any more frozen then throw it away.
2006-09-12 10:49:28 · answer #7 · answered by Niche Jerk 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
It is still good but freezing it does change the color and taste some. My son didn't like it either.
2006-09-12 10:40:37 · answer #8 · answered by AlongthePemi 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
My daughter would never take it, so maybe he is just getting more picking in what he eats or he wasn't hungry.
2006-09-12 10:36:30 · answer #9 · answered by Jennifer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
throw it away breast milk is only good for an hour or up two 2 I think you cant freeze breast milk and use it again what kind of mother are you talk to the pedi cuz you need help
2006-09-12 10:40:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 6⤋