Marla,

You might be interested in looking at a current copy of the Human Milk Banking Association's guidelines for Mother's Own Milk. We base our NICN's protocols and policies on this document. It is well referenced.

Holly Mcspadden, IBCLC 

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On Oct 18, 2012, at 6:53 AM, "MARLA NEWMARK <[log in to unmask]>" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> I am trying to update some of our NICU breastfeeding policies.  I am curious if the general consensus is to sterilize pump equipment.  How do you recommend sterilizing ?
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> How long will keep fresh human milk in refrigerator ?  Is refrigerator industrial refrigerator ?  
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> Any other tidbits or copies of policies will be greatly appreciated.
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> Thank you
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