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How long can breastmilk sit out if not frozen or refridgerated for it to be considered bad?
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4 hours: Breastmilk can sit for 4 hours at room temperature (about 66 to 72 degrees). Longer than that, it should be refrigerated or frozen.
Answered 7/20/2012
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Short time: Breastmilk can sit out at room temperature for about 4-6 hours before it needs to be refrigerated or used.
Answered 9/5/2012
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