how long can breastmilk be in the refrigerator
That depends on how and where you store it. Under most conditions, breast milk stays fresh at room temperature (60 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit) for three to four hours. But expressed milk that has little bacteria can last for six to eight hours if room temperature remains on the cooler side.You can refrigerate breast milk for three to five days and freeze it to keep it fresh even longer. Thawed breast milk will keep in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours (but don't refreeze it).If you're traveling, you can store breast milk in an insulated cooler with ice packs for up to 24 hours. Frozen breast milk stays fresh for two weeks in a refrigerator that has a single door to the freezer and refrigerator compartments. 2  In a refrigerator that has a separate door to the freezer, frozen breast milk lasts for 3 to 6 months.