Tips for breastmilk collection

Do

• Always wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds and dry with a single use paper towel, before each pumping session and prior to handling pump parts
• Always wash and dry your pump parts immediately after each pumping session and store in a new zip lock bag
• Wear gloves if you garden or handle soil indoors
• Change your breast pads at least every 3 hours
• Wipe your breast with a clean, damp (warm water) single use paper towel prior to each pumping session

Don't

• Store pump parts near any other kitchen utensils and/or dishware
• Touch any unclean surfaces after washing your hands to pump unless you cleanse your hands again before touching your breast or pump parts
• Allow pump parts and breastmilk to come in contact with food products
• Allow others to handle your pump parts to avoid potential contamination
• Store any unwashed pump parts in the refrigerator or freezer in between pumping sessions; wash and dry parts after each use.

Breastmilk Collection Guide