Where to start for bottle feeding breast milk?

SmallyMcSmall

FTM here. Just got the ok from my 3wk old sons pedi to introduce a bottle of expressed milk once or twice a day so that my fiancé can take some of the load off of me. Not sure where to start, and didn't get the chance to ask about the specifics (busy day for our doctor). For instance, is it okay to express directly into a sterilized bottle and store it until it's ready to be warmed up? Or will I have to express into some other type of approved container, like a breast milk bag, and then transfer to the clean bottle and warm the milk? Any tips on how to go about this greatly appreciated. 

Also, I checked kellymom and couldn't locate the information I am seeking (maybe due to being so tired haha) and would rather stay away from the dangers of Google. I'd rather put my faith in experienced moms here.

also posted this in an additional board (0-3 months) to get more replies.

shotzie

https://kellymom.com/bf/pumpingmoms/milkstorage/milkstorage/

https://kellymom.com/bf/pumpingmoms/feeding-tools/bottle-feeding/

You can store the milk in the bottle you pumped into, but if it won't be used for a few days, I'd freeze it in a breast milk storage bag. I'd say the most important thing to remember is you'll need to pump whenever Baby gets a bottle so you make up for that missed nursing session. You're still establishing your supply, so you want to make sure your body keeps getting the message to maintain its supply. Skipping one feeding here and there may not be a big deal, but if done repeatedly, that'll tell your body to reduce your supply. 

Congrats on your new LO!

SmallyMcSmall

Thank you! Exactly the information I was looking for!