Philips SCF603 Avent Breast Milk Storage Bags User Manual
Introduction
The Philips Avent breast milk storage bags offer a safe and convenient way to collect your precious breast milk. They are made of dual-layer, reinforced plastic and have a strong seal, to ensure your milk remains protected while being stored. A wide and sturdy opening ensures safe and easy filling and pouring. For ultimate hygiene, every bag comes disinfected with a tamper-evident seal.
Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the breast milk storage bags and save it for future reference.
Warning
- Do not microwave (Fig. 1).
- Keep the breast milk storage bags out of the reach of children.
- Always check the temperature of the milk before you feed your baby.
- To prevent the milk from overheating, do not defrost the breast milk storage bag with breast milk in the microwave, in freshly boiled water or in a bottle warmer.
Caution
- The breast milk storage bags are intended for one-time use only.
- Thoroughly wash your hands before you fill and empty the breast milk storage bags.
- The actual amount of milk in the bag may deviate slightly from the level indications on the bag.
- Never refreeze breast milk or add fresh breast milk to already frozen breast milk.
- You can store breast milk in a breast milk storage bag in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Filling the breast milk storage bag
- Open the breast milk storage bag by tearing off the tamper-evident seal at the top of the bag. Keep the torn-off seal away from children and dispose of it safely (Fig. 2).
- To open the bag, place your thumbs inside the plastic above the zip and gently pull both sides apart (Fig. 3)
- Pour the expressed milk into the bag. Do not fill the bag beyond the 180 ml/6 oz level, as breast milk expands when frozen (Fig. 4).
- Carefully remove excess air by flattening the part of the bag above the milk (Fig. 5).
- Seal the bag by closing the zip (Fig. 6). 6 Use a pen to write down the date of expression and other information on the labeling area. Do not write on the filling part to prevent puncturing the bag (Fig. 7).
Defrosting breast milk
To defrost breast milk overnight, place the breast milk storage bag in the refrigerator. To defrost breast milk prior to feeding, place the breast milk storage bag in warm water. Pouring milk from the breast milk storage bag
- Tear off the labeling area to eliminate potential contamination of the breast milk during pouring (Fig. 8).
- To open the bag, place your thumbs inside the plastic above the zip and pull both sides apart (Fig. 9).
- Hold the bag by the zip and pour the milk into a container (Fig. 10).
- Throw away the breast milk storage bag after use. Do not reuse the breast milk storage bag.
- To heat the milk, place the container with defrosted milk in a bottle warmer or in a bowl of hot water.
Note: Always discard any breast milk that is left over at the end of a feed.
FAQS
- What are Philips SCF603 Avent Breast Milk Storage Bags?
Philips SCF603 Avent Breast Milk Storage Bags are specially designed bags for safely storing breast milk. They are convenient for breastfeeding mothers who want to store, freeze, and transport breast milk for later use. - Are Philips SCF603 Avent Breast Milk Storage Bags BPA-free?
Yes, these breast milk storage bags are typically BPA-free, ensuring the safety of your breast milk. - How do I store breast milk using these bags?
To store breast milk using these bags, follow these general steps:- Wash your hands thoroughly.
- Pump breast milk and allow it to cool.
- Carefully pour the breast milk into the bag, leaving some space at the top for expansion.
- Seal the bag, ensuring it is tightly closed to prevent leaks.
- Label the bag with the date and quantity of milk.
- Place the bag in the refrigerator or freezer.
- How much breast milk can each bag hold?
The Philips SCF603 Avent Breast Milk Storage Bags typically come in various sizes, with common capacities ranging from 6 to 8 ounces (180 to 240 milliliters).
- Can I reuse these breast milk storage bags?
These bags are generally designed for single-use to maintain hygiene and reduce the risk of contamination. Reusing them may compromise the safety of the stored breast milk.
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