6 reasons why I started freeze drying my breastmilk

When I became a mom, I quickly realized that breastfeeding wasn’t just about feeding my baby, it was a full-time commitment. Between pumping, storing, and making sure every drop was used before it expired, it felt like an endless cycle of planning and stress.

Like many moms, I ran into challenges I never expected. My freezer filled up faster than I thought it would. I panicked when I realized my milk had an expiration date. I worried about power outages and whether my baby would even accept thawed milk.

I started looking for a better way and discovered freeze drying. At first, it seemed too good to be true, but when I saw how much it simplified my life, I knew this was something other moms needed too. That’s why I started this company—to give moms an easier, more reliable way to store their breastmilk without all the stress.

If you’ve ever struggled with freezer space, milk wastage, or the hassle of thawing and preparing milk, here’s why freeze drying might be the solution you didn’t know you needed.

Breastmilk that lasts longer

I used to think my freezer stash would last forever. Then I learned that frozen breastmilk is only good for about three to six months in a regular freezer. One day, I checked my stash and saw that several bags were about to expire. The idea of throwing away milk I had sacrificed sleep for was heartbreaking.

With freeze drying, breastmilk can be stored for up to three years without needing a freezer. If I had known this earlier, I wouldn’t have felt pressured to use my milk before it expired. I could have stored it safely and used it when my baby actually needed it.

Nutrients stay intact

Breastmilk isn’t just food, it’s packed with antibodies, probiotics, and essential nutrients that help build a baby’s immune system. What many moms, including me, don’t realize is that long-term freezing can cause some nutrient breakdown.

Freeze drying removes only the water while keeping all the nutrition intact. That means your baby still gets the same benefits as fresh milk, even if they drink it months or years later. Knowing this gave me so much peace of mind.

No more full freezers

If you’ve ever tried to fit just one more bag of milk into your freezer, you know the struggle. At one point, I had breastmilk stuffed into every possible corner, competing with frozen food and ice cream. I tried organizing it neatly, but my freezer still felt like a ticking time bomb.

With freeze drying, my milk is now stored in lightweight sachets that fit neatly in my pantry. No more rearranging my freezer or worrying about power outages spoiling my stash.

Better taste, lesser rejections

The first time I thawed a bag of frozen milk, my baby completely refused it. I was confused until I learned about high lipase activity. Some moms, myself included, produce milk with a naturally high level of lipase, an enzyme that breaks down fats. Over time, this can cause the milk to develop a soapy or metallic taste that some babies reject.

I tried scalding my milk before freezing, but it was a hassle. Freeze drying helps slow down this process, keeping the milk’s natural taste intact.

Hassle-free feeding anytime, anywhere

Every time I left the house, I stressed about packing milk. Whether it was a short trip or a long one, I had to think about coolers, ice packs, and making sure the milk stayed cold. Even at home, I worried about whether others knew how to properly thaw and handle my milk.

With freeze dried milk, feeding is so much easier. Just add warm water and swirl. No thawing, no risk of overheating, no complicated instructions for grandparents or babysitters. Looking back, this would have made my return to work much less stressful.

More than just bottle feeding

One of the things I love most about freeze dried milk is that it’s not just for bottles. It can be mixed into baby food, sprinkled onto solids, or even blended into formula for an extra boost of nutrients.

When my baby started solids, I still had a stash of frozen milk that I could freeze dry and still provide the benefits of breastmilk even after we transitioned to solids.

The start of thebreastmilkcompany

I started this company because I knew I wasn’t the only mom struggling with these challenges. I experienced the stress, wasted milk, and unnecessary hassles that could be avoided with freeze drying, and I wanted to bring this solution to moms who needed it most.

If you’re dealing with the same struggles, freeze drying might be exactly what you need.

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