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💦 oversupply 💦 When your milk first transitions (ouch!) it can be SO TEMPTING to break out your pump and make SURE you don’t deal with the other side of the coin - low supply - and MAKE THAT MILK. Social media is beautiful, but also full of noise that makes most of us not trust our bodies. So we’re all worried about supply. It’s the #1 concern of parents who take my breastfeeding classes. But creating an oversupply, on purpose or accidentally, has its own set of drawbacks. It’s important to ma

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