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Jessica's how-to video on packing donor coolers

Jessica offer's e tips on how to pack breastmilk donations in 10 steps for a Prolacta-affiliated milk bank. Thank you for sharing your wisdom, Jessica!

How to Pack a Donor Cooler in 10 Steps

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Place 2 ice packs at the bottom of the cooler.

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Set the clear bag on top of the bottom 2 ice packs.

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Pack your 1st layer of frozen breastmilk.

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Add the 2nd layer on top on the 1st layer.

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Pack an additional 2-3 layers of bags, flat on top.

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Place the completed paperwork into the cooler.

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Press out as much air as possible and zip-tie the bag closed.

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Place 2 ice packs on top and outside of the zip-tied bag.

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Tape the box closed and attach the FedEx label.

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Call FedEx Express and you’re done!

Watch Jessica's Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsDdZ-VDi5o