India, Aug. 29 -- August is observed as National Breastfeeding Month (US), with organisations such as the WHO and UNICEF raising awareness about its importance. This campaign celebrates and supports nursing mothers while highlighting the many benefits it brings to both mother and child. Breast milk can be expressed by hand or with a manual/electric pump. At room temperature: Up to four hours In the refrigerator: Up to four days In the freezer: Up to six months When freezing, store small portions to avoid waste, leaving about one inch of space at the top of containers (milk expands when frozen). Thaw by placing the container in the refrigerator overnight, in warm water, or under lukewarm running water....