How do I pack my refrigerated cooler?

Packing your Milk Stork refrigerated cooler correctly ensures your breast milk stays fresh during its journey. 

Watch this video to help you prepare and pack your Milk Stork delivery. 

What You'll Need

• Milk Stork cooler for refrigerated milk (Pump & Tote, Pump & Check, and/or, Pump & Ship)
• Pre-pumped refrigerated breast milk (stored in the provided Lansinoh storage bags for optimal capacity)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Chill Your Breast Milk

   • Ensure your breast milk is refrigerated before packing.
   • Do not pack freshly expressed, warm or frozen milk, as it may affect the cooler’s performance.
     
     

2. Prepare the Cooler

   • Open the cooler and remove the cooling unit. Place it foil side down on a surface while you pack the milk.

3. Pack the Milk

   • Securely place your breast milk, stored in the provided Lansinoh storage bags, into the cooler.
   • Arrange the bags to maximize capacity while allowing air circulation for optimal cooling.
     
     

4. Activate the Cooling Unit & Close the Cooler

   • Activate the cooling unit by pressing the button.
     
   • Place the cooling unit back on the cooler foil side up.
   • Close the cardboard lid and use the provided pink Milk Stork stickers to secure the cooler. 
     
     

5. If Shipping Your Cooler

   • The Milk Stork shipping label is pre-affixed to your cooler for convenience.
   • Drop it off at a FedEx location or schedule a FedEx pickup.

PLEASE NOTE:

• It will take a few minutes for the cooling unit to begin cooling and will not reach the refrigerated temperature until it is placed back on top of the cooler. Please be aware, the foil on top may not feel cold.
• Once you have activated your cooler, please refrain from opening it back up as this will compromise the inside temperature. 

WHEN MILK HAS ARRIVED HOME:

• Before removing cooling unit, position the cooler near the refrigerator where the breast milk will be stored. Lift the cooling unit and set it aside.
  
  
• Take the temperature of the breast milk with a reliable, digital kitchen thermometer. The temperature must be taken immediately upon opening the box and prior to transferring milk to the refrigerator. NOTE: The milk will warm as it is exposed to the ambient temperature and should be placed in the refrigerator immediately after the temperature has been taken.
  
  
• To ensure proper breast milk handling, storage and record-keeping note the date, time and temperature of the milk at the time it was unpacked on the card provided. Retain the card so mom can continue to manage her breast milk storage upon return. The cooling unit cannot be reused. The cooling unit and Styrofoam insert can be discarded in the trash, the shipping carton is recyclable.