Mixing Instructions for Breast Milk
Always wash hands and sanitize bottle before preparation.
Warm breast milk to at least 100°F/38°C.
Follow recipe below, and sprinkle Gelmix into the warm formula.
Cap and shake well 30 seconds, until completely dissolved.
Let thicken for listed wait time. Mix again before feeding.
Recipe for Breast Milk
For best results, use a gram scale to measure. One serving is 2.4g (2 scoops or 1 stick pack). Each jar includes a 1/2 serving scoop (1.2g).
SLIGHTLY THICK
Add 2.4g of Gelmix for 4 fl. oz.
Wait Time 10 minutes
To scale recipe, use .6g for 1 fl. oz.
MILDLY THICK
Add 2.4g of Gelmix for 3 fl. oz.
Wait Time 10 minutes
To scale recipe, use .8g for 1 fl. oz.
MODERATELY THICK
Add 2.4g of Gelmix for 2 fl. oz.
Wait Time 10 minutes
To scale recipe, use 1.2g for 1 fl. oz.
Level 3 / Moderately Thick liquids should only be used under medical supervision and are not typically recommended for infants unless directed by a qualified healthcare professional.
Tests performed by Parapharma Tech. Time and temperature can create variations in thickness. Always IDDSI flow test your recipe the first few times to be sure you're achieving the correct results.
Printable Sheets:
Guide to Thickening Breast Milk for Dysphagia
Guía para Espesar Leche Materna para Disfagia