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ACTION ALERT MAINE: Public hearing on MaineCare Donor Milk Coverage January 23

On Thursday, January 23 there will be a public hearing on MaineCare donor milk coverage. If you are a Maine resident who believes that all babies deserve access to medically necessary... More > about ACTION ALERT MAINE: Public hearing on MaineCare Donor Milk Coverage January 23

Volunteer Groups Bring Energy and Community Spirit to Milk Bank

Since Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast was founded, volunteers have played a huge part in the organization’s success. Retirees, students, and community members bring a wide... More > about Volunteer Groups Bring Energy and Community Spirit to Milk Bank

Becoming a Breast Milk Donor: An Unexpected Honor

Wondering why and how to donate milk? Read this moving and informative blog on the Acelleron website by milk donor Jacqui Penda, a mom, doula,... More > about Becoming a Breast Milk Donor: An Unexpected Honor

Action Alert: Insurance Coverage for Donor Milk in Massachusetts

Appropriate use of pasteurized donor human milk saves lives, improves short- and long-term health of infants, promotes breastfeeding, and saves health care dollars. Insurance coverage... More > about Action Alert: Insurance Coverage for Donor Milk in Massachusetts

Milk Sharing: A Milk Bank Director’s Perspective on Informed Choice

Journalists, providers, and parents often ask us about the differences between, and the risks and benefits of, milk banking and milk sharing. Milk sharing, including... More > about Milk Sharing: A Milk Bank Director’s Perspective on Informed Choice

Alex’s story: Two-time milk donor with oversupply helps preemies

  Two-time milk donor Alex Carleton tagged us in an Instagram post where she talked about her oversupply and her commitment to helping preemies. We... More > about Alex’s story: Two-time milk donor with oversupply helps preemies

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