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Bikers rescue 1000 oz of donated breast milk

Bikers for Babies Rescue 1,000 Ounces of Donated Breast Milk

9/4/20 Ann Marie Lindquist In the Media, News

Bikers to the rescue! What began as a World Breastfeeding Week event to raise awareness of milk donation turned into a rescue mission in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Isaias. Bikers... More >

breastfeeding during emergencies: COVID-19

Breastfeeding in Emergencies: COVID-19

8/16/20 Naomi Bar-Yam, Ph.D. Perspectives

The third week of National Breastfeeding Month focuses on infant and young child feeding in emergencies. Milk bank Executive Director Naomi Bar-Yam provides an overview... More >

National Breastfeeding Month: Taking Stock During Emergencies and Crises

8/15/20 Naomi Bar-Yam, Ph.D. Perspectives

World Breastfeeding Week, National Breastfeeding Month, and Black Breastfeeding Week are opportunities for us to celebrate, educate, and advocate breastfeeding in the US and across... More >

World Breastfeeding Week 2020: Support Breastfeeding for a Healthier Planet

8/4/20 Naomi Bar-Yam, Ph.D. Perspectives

That formula can be harmful for mothers and babies is well documented. It also harms Mother Earth. This year, World Breastfeeding Week 2020 is focusing... More >

Losing Twins and Donating Milk: Megan’s Story

7/31/20 Staff Bereaved Parents, Personal Stories

A bereaved mom shares her story of losing twins and donating their milk, with love and pride, to help other babies. By Megan Boucher We... More >

volunteering at Mothers' Milk Bank Northeast

Volunteering at the Milk Bank: “It Feels Good to Be Doing Good”

7/21/20 Olivia Sahovey Perspectives

We asked three dedicated women what they enjoy most about volunteering at the milk bank. Sue Levy Q: What inspired you to volunteer at Mothers’... More >