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Ameda Cool n Carry

Saturday, November 7th, 2009

Ameda Cool ‘N Carry Tote

One of the prime reasons why some mothers find expressing breastmilk away from home a challenge is storage. Human breastmilk may have some antibacterial components but it will quickly lose this property if you keep them in a place that is hot. That’s why the Ameda Cool ‘N Carry tote was designed so that you can transport your stored breastmilk without having to worry about your milk getting bad.

Safe and Cool Transport

The Ameda Cool ‘N Carry storage system is well-insulated so that you can safely store your breastmilk temporarily before you get your hands on a freezer or a refrigerator. It comes with three cooling elements so that you’ll be sure that your breastmilk will be safely cooled while on transport.

When you purchase the Ameda Cool ‘N Carry, you also buy six 4-ounce bottle with secure tops. This is enough for you to collect milk from several pumping sessions. This trusty storage unit also comes with a milk storage guidelines magnet to remind you about the breastmilk that you have stored. This creates peace of mind that your breastmilk will keep when being transported.

The Ameda Cool ‘N Carry tote has very small dimensions so it will fit any purse or bag. It will keep the milk cool for up to 10 hours. Some mothers recommend to buy two sets of this well-designed storage unit so that you can still use one set while you send the other tote to daycare or to your baby.

To use the Ameda Cool ‘N Carry, freeze the cooling packs first before each use. The tote is also easy to clean by wiping with a damp cloth. The removable insulated case also adds to the convenience of this Ameda breastmilk storage bag.

Breastmilk Storage Necessity

The Ameda Cool ‘N Carry tote is a necessity for every mother. Breastmilk can only be kept at room temperature for up to four hours. However, human breastmilk composition varies based on the mother’s diet. That is why it is better to keep breastmilk cool while transporting.

Studies have shown that human breastmilk can be stored in the refrigerator for up to eight days provided that the refrigerator is kept 32 to 39 degrees in Fahrenheit. If you freeze it right after pumping, the breastmilk will keep three to six months. However, a chest freezer is recommended since the freezer door in the refrigerator is often being opened and closed, leading to temperature fluctuations. This information is included in the refrigerator magnet that comes with this Ameda storage unit.