For many parents balancing home and childcare, safe infant milk storage is key to peace of mind. Whether at home, a daycare, or a nursery, the right temperatures and storage practices help keep every feed safe and nourishing. In this guide, you’ll find simple tips along with an easy-to-follow table outlining storage times and temperatures. At Cuddles, we follow these same recommended procedures to ensure the highest level of care for your baby.
Infant Milk Storage , Temperatures & Locations
| Room Temperature (25°C) or colder | Refrigerator (4°C) | Freezer (-18°C) | |
| Formula | Up to 2 hours | Up to 1 Day | Does not require freezing |
| 1 hour after feeding | |||
| Freshly pumped breast milk | Up to 4 hours | up to 4 days | Within 6 months is best |
| Up to 12 months is acceptable | |||
| Thawed Breast Milk | 1-2 hours | Up to 1 Day | NEVER refreeze breast milk after thawing |