How To Clean & Sterilize Breast Pump Parts in under 5 minutes!

[@markilashonte5462]

I’m glad there are people like you out here to help new moms learn❤️

[@electricsutando4119]

How, I had no idea you could reuse the parts all day without washing them between uses! The aspect of pumping that I dreaded the most was all of the washing of the parts in between sessions. This will definitely help me pump more often, thank you!!

[@manueljulianobando]

thank for this video, it is very helpful for us as a new parents and didn't know how to clean and storage the pump parts after boiled, thanks a lot.

[@laurajamieson7888]

I am an RN and an IBCLC, and I cannot recommend the practice of allowing breast pump parts to sit un-washed in the refrigerator. The combination of sugars in the milk and skin contaminants introduced is a set-up for bacterial or yeast growth. I have not seen any studies done that support this practice is safe, and you are taking risk by violating sound principles of infection control by only washing pump parts once a day. The rest of the video is helpful in demonstrating how to wash and then sterilize pump parts once daily for the healthy, full term baby. If your baby was born prematurely, follow your NICU guidelines for cleaning and sterilizing pump parts, which is usually to both clean and sterilize parts after each use due to the higher risk of infection for these little ones.

[@laurenc4553]

How is it different from letting a bottle of milk sit in the fridge for a day?

[@heatherlaurenRN]

If done correctly, the milk sitting in the fridge should be in a sterilized bottle. And that’s the difference. You need to sterilize the equipment, not doing so and just leaving it in the fridge Increases risk serious infections from organisms in the environment that make their way onto the bottles.

[@MiVidaBellisima]

Yeah the cdc doesn’t recommend the fridge hack so it’s so important to clarify at the very least that it’s not worth the risk with a premature or sick baby.

[@portcitysfynest318]

How is it different than nursing? You don’t wash your breast after nursing. There is nothing but skin and warmth which is more susceptible to yeast. Common sense should tell you not to use this method on a premature baby. I think you should do what you feel comfortable with and what’s best for your situation.

[@shuchijain13]

This is the exact video I was looking for❤️

[@newparents]

oh good, I'm so glad to hear that! Let me know if you have other baby info you're searching for, I'm always looking for content ideas!

[@Jenkittypaw]

Do we have to put the items in a plastic bag before putting in the refrigerator? I feel like I’d need a new ziplock gallon bag everyday unless I wash that as well. Thanks!

[@jessicabarmentloo8641]

Thank you for the information! Do you have a dish soap/soap that you'd use for washing parts?

[@newparents]

Hi Jessica! I recently heard that Dawn was the best because of it's ability to remove residue (lotions, body oils, etc). I have also had families who used Young Living Thieves.

[@mianafabrick7605]

This video was so informative, thank you so much!!

[@newparents]

So glad you found it hellpful Miana! If you ever have ideas for a future video just drop it in the comments!

[@alefiyavakhariya9889]

This is something practical to sterilize once a day Sterilizing before every use is so hacktic for me

[@CalynnCorner]

Hello. Thank you for this video. It was very helpful. I just have a question. I have the Avent Microwave sterilizer and I read in the instructions for my spectra something about how the rubber parts can melt when using the traditional sterilizing method with the boiling water for as long as you do it with the other pump parts, but I just wanted to know if for the Microwave sterilizer, if those white rubber parts will be just fine being sterilized with the rest of the pump parts. 1st time mom with a 9 day old here. 🖐🏼😅 Also, I subscribed. 😁

[@sobharani5842]

Can you use hot water instead of microwave

[@jao54]

Thank you so much for this video. It was so helpful 🥹😭❤️

[@bretttaylor2085]

So you can use the sterilizing bags INSTEAD of washing with warm soapy water?

[@sriranjini_nagendra]

Hey, thanks for the info. Have a few questions. 1) After a pumping session, do we need to rinse the parts in hot/normal water before storing them in a refrigerator ? 2) do we need to sterilize even the white soft rubber parts everyday once ?

[@newparents]

Hi Sriranjini! 1. No need to rinse prior to storing, just put them in a plastic bag. Remember to give them a good wash once/day. 2. Yes, the small white part should be washed too. If you have a spectra check out the video I just posted to be sure you're using it correctly! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnuVlIh7bcmNj6c

[@laurajamieson7888]

Someone commented: “how is this different than feeding from your breast”? as a reason that it’s probably not necessary to clean your pump parts after each use, here are some answers: 1. Infections such as yeast can also be transferred from mom to baby from an infected breast, nipple or even hands, bedsheets, etc if baby’s mouth or skin comes in contact with it. Wash your hands before you breastfeed or use a hand sanitizer. 2. Pump parts have “nooks and crannies” meaning crevices that can harbor harmful bacteria, yeast, etc. much more easily than a soft smooth breast. These little creatures then get into dried particles of milk, is usually the means of transmission, much in the same way that food in a refrigerator can still harbor germs and make someone sick. 3. My recommendations are made based on research results which are statistically significant, another word for this is “evidence based”, rather than my own thoughts personally. 4. You are correct that everyone should do what they want, however it’s helpful to make your decisions with current knowledge about how infections are passed and received. The older your baby is, the risk declines as their immune system strengthens. 😊 Love to all the mommas out there! It’s a tough job especially when you’re pumping every 3 hours! ❤ I hope everyone’s decisions work out well for them.

[@naazlalan8473]

Just wanna say thnx❤

[@cindys9488]

This is so helpful!

[@newparents]

So glad to help!

[@AP-fm2bf]

Do you need to wash the diaphragm? The two plastic discs and rubber discs?

[@tayalsrish]

Hello, before microwave steam step.. we need to clean all parts with soap water. Right?

[@newparents]

Yes, that's right!

[@hanajang1]

Do you know if I can put the silicone membrane part from the back flow protector and the valve in a baby brezza sterilizer?

[@nieqm.3442]

If I don't have a fridge but I have a bag with ice packs. Can I put my pump parts in there between sessions?

[@theiva749]

So, do I need to wash parts first or it’s ok to put parts directly in the bag without washing first?

[@newparents]

Yes, wash the parts first and then sterilize! No need to sterilize every time unless your pediatrician has told you otherwise.

[@JonasBrosGirl]

@Shawn G For this question she is talking about the microwave bag for sterilizing, which is done after washing the parts with warm water and soap. Between pumping sessions during the day you don’t need to wash or sterilize the parts, just put them in the ziploc bag and put it in the fridge. The washing and sterilizing just needs to be done once a day, probably typically at night time when you’re done pumping for the day.

[@cherryjeanpatane2188]

Hi! do bottles use for pumping need to be dry?

[@alefiyavakhariya9889]

Can u tell ar what temp to microwave at bhow many mins?

[@lynettelike1781]

Hi! Is there any of the parts that you wouldn’t recommend being put in the microwave sterilizing bag?

[@newparents]

You don't need to put the tubing in! (so sorry for the delay in responding, I wasn't getting the notifications that I had comments 🤦🏻‍♀️)

[@himythreyi]

Hi, thank you for your video. My LO is 3 months and I’m going back to work. I don’t have a good cleaning area but have a microwave. I don’t have a fridge too at my work place. So I’m between my pumping sessions, can I microwave all the parts and bottles in the microwaveable bag?

[@himythreyi]

Can you suggest what is a better way to keep my bottles clean at my work place? TIA

[@newparents]

@@himythreyi Rinsing bottles after each use and then sterlizing in the steam bag will be great! Store pumped milk in cooler. All the best as you head back to work! Be sure and follow me on instagram @newparentsacademy and tiktok if you're on there, lots of baby info!

[@himythreyi]

@@newparents thanks a lot.. keep educating us with your videos

[@hrbransonwolflover]

This was so helpful Thankyou

[@sujitha2339]

Hi If we store the parts in fridge and take out and pump next time it will be out for more time. Does that affect the pumped milk that is pumped later??

[@alefiyavakhariya9889]

I want this bag from where to buy?

[@veloraleeanne4787]

Do you have to completely dry all the parts before pumping again? If so, do you just use a paper towel

[@newparents]

I usually just set them on the drying rack but they don't have to be completely dry! (so sorry for the delay in responding, I wasn't getting the notifications that I had comments 🤦🏻‍♀️)

[@shailajanagarajan839]

I am paranoid and I used to towel dry all the parts. It took so much time (I was also washing all the part after each use ToT ) that I ended up buying the Baby Brezza Baby Bottle Sterilizer and Dryer. I use it as a dryer and it dries all the parts and bottles in under 30 minutes!! :D

[@barbie1304]

Can we use the baby Brezza sterilizer?

[@newparents]

Yes any sterilizer that they fit into will work.

[@elizabethantigua5912]

How often do I change the ziploc bag if I am storing the parts in the fridge?

[@newparents]

I'd say every couple of days but all depends on how it looks. Use your best judgement.

[@latoyaseaborne7124]

So helpful Thankyou ❤️

[@karladuron8457]

Do I need to sterilize the tubing prior to using the pump for the first time?

[@newparents]

Hi Karla! No, you don't need to sterilize the tubing!

[@MariBonita83]

Hola una pregunta puedo esterilizar también en el esterilizador avent para microondas? Espero puedas resolver mi duda, muchas gracias

[@newparents]

Hola, sí, puedes usar el esterilizador Avent si lo tienes.

[@albertarose1111]

How much water do you put in the sterilizer bag?

[@Kristen21Zum]

2oz

[@joyceowusu4731]

Hi please where can I get the bag to buy and also after sterilising the pump in the bag can you keep them in the bag and Put it in the fridge

[@newparents]

Here's a link to the steam bag! You don't keep it in the fridge just rinse it out and dry it upside down so it's ready for next use! amzn.to/30UENxr

[@kdreamzherself]

thank you so much for this video

[@camsbernal1221]

I did not wash my membrane from time to time. Should I dispose the bmilk I previously expressed?

[@newparents]

If it were me I definitely wouldn't dispose of the breastmilk but you should do what you're comfortable with.

[@diamondgurl1202]

Is it true i can’t use my baby brezza sterilizer with my spectra pump parts ? Is my only option boiling those parts ?

[@newparents]

Any sterilizer that the parts fit in will work.

[@sarrahconley3143]

I was going to use a UV Sterlizer box.

[@newparents]

Whatever you feel most comfortable with!

[@therezev8102]

Do you sterilize the rubber tube?

[@newparents]

No, no need to sterilize the rubber tubing

[@naejgan57]

Hi, how about the bottle, do I need to washed it every after pumping or can I rinse it before putting in the fridge? I transfer it from other bottle when I'm done pumping. Thank you.

[@newparents]

Yes you want to use a clean bottle each time you pump. Many people will pump into a baby bottle if it fits their pump, for example the avent bottles fit with the spectra pump.

[@oddity6176]

@@newparents Why would you have to clean the bottle and not the other parts? If the milk in the parts isn't bad than the milk in the bottle shouldn't be either.

[@ioannaantonopoulos7371]

How often should you change the ziplock bag where you keep the parts in the fridge?

[@newparents]

Every couple of days but use your judgement and replace earlier based on if it has milk residue in it.

[@adrisalas360]

I had no idea I had to clean the 3 piece round disc looking part 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@summer-my3uw]

Same 😪

[@adrisalas360]

@@summer-my3uw as soon as I saw this video I went to wash those pump pieces and one of them smelled like cheese on the inside 🤢🤮😂

[@superflipfjr]

are you ok?

[@graciedonnelly5909]

I don’t want my baby getting sick tho 🥹🥺

[@dr.anupamajanardhanan3370]

The bag disturbance is way too much than your instructions