Breast milk after formula?

[jessmotts]

My 7 week old has been off of breast milk for the last three weeks. I just realized I have four breast milk bags in my freezer. I hate to have to throw them out, but can I still use them? Will it upset her stomach?

[Amy_G_]

It will be easier on her stomach than formula, since it was made by your body just for her. the only exception is if you switched to formula because she's sensitive to dairy or other allergens, and you didn't know to avoid those things while breastfeeding/pumping for her, so they may exist in the breastmilk in some amount.

[madelsmama]

I agree. There is no harm in giving her the breastmilk. Many moms both breastfeed and formula feed their babies (nurse when they're together, formula feed while at work, etc.). The breastmilk is much gentler to her stomach/digestive tract than the formula.

[hotlama]

Breast milk is always best. If you don't mind me asking, why did you start giving formula at such a young age?

[Nipple_nectar]

Your baby is beautiful and welcome to the boards!:) Others have answered your question, I just wanted to say Hello:)

[StElmosFire]

Your baby is beautiful and welcome to the boards!:) Others have answered your question, I just wanted to say Hello:)

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