Why does my breast milk smell sour? - The Best Ideas for Kids
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Find out why your breast milk smells sour. Lipase is an enzyme in human milk that breaks down the milk fats so baby can easily digest it. Mothers have found that an excess of this enzyme can cause the milk to smell or taste sour or soapy, even though all storage guidelines have been followed.
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