How long can bm sit out?

stefjeff84

In general I know that you can refrigerate for about 7 days, or freeze and it is good for up to 3 months, and if freshly expressed can go around 6 hours at room temp. But how long can frozen/refrigerated go if warmed up and left out on the counter? Just curious. TIA

dusk42

frozen has to be used within 24 hours even if you keep it in the fridge.  Once you freeze it, I think you need to treat it like formula (antibacterial elements are lower), so I wouldn't leave it out on the counter at all.  

Just refrigerated, a few hours at room temp would be fine.  If you warm it up, I'd reduce the amount of time it can sit out after because you've basically made it a happier place for bacteria. 

Polofsky

My LC said about 3 hours after its been warmed up