Wash and dry your hands before handling colostrum
Collect colostrum into a clean sterile syringe, container, or milk storage bag
Label each container with the date and time collected
Refrigerate immediately if using within 24 hours
Store in the back of the refrigerator, not in the door
Freeze if not using within 24 hours
Freeze in small portions to reduce waste
Leave a little space at the top of the container for expansion
Use the oldest stored colostrum first
Thaw frozen colostrum in the refrigerator or in warm water
Do not refreeze thawed colostrum
Do not microwave colostrum
Keep thawed colostrum refrigerated and use promptly
Follow any storage instructions from your healthcare provider or lactation consultant