Reusing bottle for the next feed

Anting

Hi everyone, I just wanted your opinion on reusing a bottle after a feed (empty/1oz remaining) for the next feed (2.5-3 hrs later) after immediately refrigerating it.

Thank you

marijaa333

Sounds fine! Breast milk should be ok at room temp for 4-6 hours.

katyeblue

Yep @marijaa333 is right But only if it's breastmilk

ali0608

Formula is only good for an hour after used for feeding.

nursej519

Ive read online that you shouldn't reuse any formula or breast milk after a feed because bacteria from the mouth can contaminate it and make baby sick.

MrsS728

I wouldn't reuse the bottle. If you are consistantly getting an ounce left over, feed your LO an ounce less. 

orangecurls

nursej519 said:

Ive read online that you shouldn't reuse any formula or breast milk after a feed because bacteria from the mouth can contaminate it and make baby sick.

This is what my Lactation Consultant said.

Sunshine4020

I would save it for the next, no problem.