- 1). Smell the milk. Spoiled breast milk has an unmistakable foul odor that is similar to spoiled cow's milk. If you detect this odor, the milk must be thrown away.
- 2). Observe the appearance of the breast milk. Breast milk that has separated into two layers is still fine to use and can simply be shaken prior to serving. This separation occurs when the fatty portion of the milk rises to the top. If, however, the milk has formed clumps of solid material, it may have spoiled and should be thrown away.
- 3). Taste the milk. It is not uncommon for breast milk to have a metallic or soapy taste, which is created as a result of the milk's enzymes breaking it down. If, however, the milk has a definite sour taste, it may have spoiled and should not be served to your child.
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