How do I pack my refrigerated cooler?

How to Pack Your Milk Stork Refrigerated Cooler (Pump & Tote, Pump & Check, or Pump & Ship)

Whether you're shipping milk home from a work trip or need a reliable cooler to keep your supply safe during transit, packing it right makes all the difference. Here's how to get the most out of your Milk Stork refrigerated cooler, designed to keep your milk fresh during transit.

🍼 Cooler capacity is based on milk stored in 6oz increments using Lansinoh breast milk storage bags.

📦 What You’ll Need:

• Your Milk Stork refrigerated cooler

• Refrigerated (not body-temp or frozen) milk stored in Lansinoh bags
  
  

  ✅ Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Chill Your Milk
  Make sure your milk is fully chilled before packing. Avoid using freshly pumped or frozen milk, as this can affect the cooler's performance.

  2. Prep the Cooler
  Open the cooler and remove the cooling unit. Place it foil side down on a clean surface.

  3. Pack the Milk
  Place your milk bags into the cooler, stacking them neatly to maximize space and allow airflow. 

  4. Activate & Close
  Press the button to activate the cooling unit, then place it foil side up on top of the milk. Close the lid and secure with the pink Milk Stork stickers.

  
  

  
  🚚 Shipping Your Cooler?

  • Your prepaid FedEx label is already attached.

  • Drop it off at FedEx or schedule a pickup — easy.

⚠️ Important Notes:

• Cooling starts once activated and may take a few minutes — the foil top may not feel cold to the touch.

• Do not reopen the cooler once packed; this impacts temperature control.

🏠 When Milk Arrives Home:

1. Place the cooler near your fridge.

2. Lift off the cooling unit and immediately check milk temperature with a digital kitchen thermometer.

3. Record the date, time, and temp on the included card before refrigerating the milk.

4. Discard the cooling unit and insert Styrofoam into the trash. The cardboard shipping box is recyclable.