Programs should develop and follow procedures for the preparation and storage of expressed human milk that ensures the health and safety of all infants, as outlined by the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Protocol #8; Revision 2010, and prohibits the use of infant formula for a breastfed infant without parental consent. The bottle or container should be properly labeled with the infant's full name and date; and should only be given to the specified child.  Unused breast milk should be returned to parent in the bottle or container.

Last Updated: September 29, 2022