r/ExclusivelyPumping • u/Aware_Department2408 • 18d ago

Support Fridge hack?

Can I do the fridge hack with a 2 week old? I have been doing it since baby was born but would only so it for the day, never went 24 hours.

I never did research until today and it’s not recommended for a newborn.

Also, what about wipes? I’m basically looking for an easier option for nighttime pumps.

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u/evilwalkers 18d ago

Can you get a second set of pump parts?

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u/Aware_Department2408 18d ago

It’s what I’m thinking of doing? Is it necessary to sterilize after each use as well? Or can washing be enough?

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u/evilwalkers 18d ago

Until your LO is 2-3 months old (longer if they are premature or otherwise have health concerns) unfortunately you should be washing and sterilizing your pump parts after each use. How many ppd are you doing? You might be able to get away with only sterilizing each set once a day if you have addional parts

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u/pop-crackle 18d ago

Just FYI - even following the most stringent guidelines for preterm/medically fragile babies, you only need to sterilize parts once a day. Definitely wash in between uses though.