Article Published Date : 16 July 2026
You can store breast milk in the refrigerator (below 4 ⁰C/40 ⁰F) for up to 4 days, or in the freezer (below -18 ⁰C/0 ⁰F) for 6-12 months using a Philips Avent bottle, storage cup or breast milk storage bag. For long-term storage, deep freezing (below -20⁰C/-4⁰F) is highly recommended.
Check below for recommended storage temperatures and where to buy storage accessories
| Location | Temperature | Maximum storage duration |
| Room | Up to 25 °C (77 °F) | 4 hours |
| Refrigerator | < 4 °C (40 °F) | 4 days |
| Freezer | < -18 °C (0 °F) (the colder the better) | 6-12 months |
Source:
https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/recommendations/handling_breastmilk.htm
You can order bottles, storage cups and breast milk storage bags at Parts and accessories online or contact the Philips Consumer Care Center in your country for assistance.
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