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Liquid Gold on Air: How to Transport Breastmilk





 
  • Get a Breast Milk Storage System. In my case, I got the Ameda Cool N' Carry - each set only costs USD30 (Php1,500) and contains an insulated nylon carry bag, 6 pieces of 4 oz bottles, 3 freezer gel packs, & storage instructions card. Also bring storage bags. I'm bringing 2 sets to fit around 60-70oz since I'll be away for 3 days. The good thing with this is it's discreet and it can protect your milk from spoilage for up to 10 hours. Alternatively, you can also get an insulated bag and freezer gel packs at malls. I got a set from SM Makati (Coleman brand) for June's baby food when we travel locally. It works well too. 
  • Check the guidelines for carrying / checking in breastmilk at the airport (& country) you're going to. PRINT THEM because some security agents are idiots (sorry for my French, but I swear some are - would even demand you to throw your milk - the nerve!!!) Each one is different - US airports allow breastmilk as carry-on and it doesn't have to be in 100ml containers. You don't even need to have the baby with you. Other countries require you to check-in anything in excess of 100ml and they're stricter when you're not flying with your baby (Like SG & Thailand). 
  • When you book your hotel, be sure to ask for a room with a freezer. If they don't have any, just ask them to place your storage system in their freezer. 
  • Get a breastpump that can be battery-operated. This is especially helpful if you need to pump at the airport and there is no baby care or breastfeeding lounge. I use Medela Swing Maxi and my husband got me 6 rechargeable AAA batteries. 
  • Make sure to declare that you are carrying breastmilk or breastpumps at checkpoint areas and if they want to inspect, ASK them to change into hygienic gloves. You don't want your stuff to get contaminated. 
 

That's it! I also noticed that whenever I'm travelling, my milk production almost doubles (well, it make sense because thinking and looking at your baby's pictures triggers Let Down). 

I don't bring my baby during short trips because of the logistics nightmare and as much as possible, I dont want to expose her at such a young age. However, we are going to visit my in-laws in US in a few months. Stay tuned for tips on international travel with a baby. 



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