The Life-Saving Power of Human Milk
As your body prepares to ramp up milk production for your little one, take a moment to marvel at the life-saving properties of human milk. With over 1,000 bioactive components, it is truly a living fluid that nourishes and protects in ways no formula can replicate.
For preterm infants in the NICU, human milk can be a game-changer, reducing the risk of devastating conditions like necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). Despite its life-saving benefits, 20% of NICUs in the United States lack access to donor milk, leaving vulnerable infants without this critical resource.
Becoming a registered donor for a non-profit milk bank is a beautiful way to support families in need. Your milk could be as impactful as donating an organ—without the complexity. It’s a gift of life that truly keeps on giving.
Tips for You This Week
- If you’re considering milk donation, now is a great time to start pre-registering.
- Learn about the storage requirements and screening process for non-profit milk banks.
Fun Fact:
Human milk adapts to the needs of each baby, even in donor milk! Preterm milk is specially enriched with proteins and antibodies perfect for tiny, developing bodies.
