In The Press
Founded in 2006, Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast has been featured in press coverage from leading news outlets, healthcare organizations, and professional associations across the country. These stories help raise awareness of milk banking and the life-changing impact of donor milk for babies and families.
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Noteworthy Press
Donor Milk to Promote Successful Breastfeeding and Positive Infant Health
Published by the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, this article examines how donor milk can help families meet their breastfeeding goals and improve infant health. The piece includes perspectives from CEO Deborah Youngblood and Board Member Dr. Brenda Anders Pring, MD, President of the Massachusetts Chapter of the AAP. Read the adapted article here.
The Forum – Massachusetts Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics • Spring 2026
Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast Provides Lifeline for Premature Infants
Appearing on Boston 25 News Now at 3 during Prematurity Awareness Month, CEO Deb Youngblood highlighted how donor human milk can be a lifeline for fragile newborns and the families caring for them.
Boston 25 • Nov 2025
Another Mother’s Milk
Reported by Gabriella Gage, this 7-page article offers readers a powerful glimpse into the “invisible village” of caring strangers, bereaved mothers, and NICU parents behind every bottle of donor milk.
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The Boston Globe • May 2025
An Intimate & Selfless Gift
Editorial by award winning author and columnist Joan Wickersham. Here she introduces readers to the world of milk banking and the crucial importance of donor milk. Don’t have a subscription? Read and share the article here.
The Boston Globe • December 2023
Recent Press
New Pawcatuck Mother Donating Her Extra Milk to Help Others
Reported by John Penney, this story highlights how Lawrence + Memorial Hospital uses donor milk from Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast to support newborns with feeding challenges. Local donor Cailee Mathewson illustrates the lasting impact milk donors can have on vulnerable babies and families
The Day • June 2026
Donor Milk to Promote Successful Breastfeeding and Positive Infant Health
Published by the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, this article examines how donor milk can help families meet their breastfeeding goals and improve infant health. The piece includes perspectives from CEO Deborah Youngblood and Board Member Dr. Brenda Anders Pring, MD, President of the Massachusetts Chapter of the AAP. Read the article, adapted for our website, here.
The Forum – Massachusetts Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics • Spring 2026
MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital Care Team Member Donates 500 oz. of Breast Milk to Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast
This full-circle story follows a mother who once relied on donor milk after delivering six weeks early and is now giving back as a milk donor. The piece also highlights MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital’s role as a donor milk depot serving families across the region.
MaineHealth • May 2026
Newton Nonprofit Helps Infants Thrive: Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast Marks 20 Years
Covered by a Newton-based reporter, this feature celebrates Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast’s twentieth anniversary and explores how donor milk helps vulnerable infants thrive through the generosity of donors and supporters.
Fig City News • May 2026
Bikers for Babies Ride to Support Donor Milk for Fragile Newborns
Coverage of the Bikers for Babies benefit ride highlights how community supporters are helping ensure donor milk reaches fragile newborns as Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast marks twenty years of service.
The Groton Herald • May 2026
Community Focus: How You Can Help a Premature Baby in Need
Joining WPRI 12 News at 4 for Community Focus, CEO Deborah Youngblood shared how Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast supports premature infants — and how community members can help provide donor milk.
WPRI • Nov 2025
