Order Milk For Your Baby
Donor milk is a limited medical resource. As a small nonprofit dedicated to saving newborn lives, we prioritize the most medically fragile babies—many of whom are cared for in the NICU.
When supply allows, we provide milk to families in the community for short-term use. Outpatient availability depends on hospital demand, and current capacity limits are reflected in the first-time and repeat order forms below.
Please Note: If we need to pause outpatient service to ensure milk remains available for hospitalized infants, the order buttons below will be temporarily disabled. Thank you for your understanding and support of our mission.
Order Placement & Processing
Orders placed before 10:00 a.m., Monday–Friday, are processed the same day for pickup or overnight shipping. Orders placed after 10:00 a.m. are processed the next business day.
First Time Orders:
- For first-time outpatient purchasers only.
- Prescription not required, except for families in New York per state regulations.
- New York families should submit the first-time order form and have their pediatrician fax a prescription to 617-527-1005.
Repeat Orders:
- For repeat purchasers with a prescription.
- You can upload your prescription using the form below or fax it to 617-527-1005.
Receiving Your Order
Shipping: If you select home delivery, you will receive a tracking number via email when your order ships.
Milk Bank Pickup: You will receive an email when your order is ready. Orders may only be picked up after confirmation. Pickup hours are 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m
Please note: Shipping confirmation and tracking emails may appear in your Promotions tab
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Additional Information
Answers to frequently asked questions about donor screening and milk pasteurization are available here.
Outpatient Donor Milk Dispensaries
Families in the Northeast can also access donor milk at our dispensaries. These locations provide convenient access to pasteurized donor human milk. To find a dispensary near you, click here.
Please contact the dispensary directly to make pickup arrangements.
Safe Milk Requires a Processing Fee
Using a HMBANA-certified milk bank like Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast is the best way to ensure that your donor milk is safely screened, processed and shipped. A processing fee covers the cost of donor screening, testing, pasteurization, and safe distribution.
The Compassion Fund
When outpatient capacity allows, financial assistance may be available through our Compassion Fund. If your baby has a prescription and your family is facing financial challenges, you may be eligible. Please click here to learn more.
Insurance Coverage
If your baby is home, you must purchase donor milk. Some health insurance plans may cover part or all of the cost. We encourage you to call your provider to request coverage.
For military families, TRICARE covers donor milk from HMBANA milk banks for certain conditions when prescribed by an authorized provider.
Currently, Medicaid and/or insurance coverage provisions exist in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, California, Kansas, Missouri, Texas, Utah, Illinois, Oregon, Louisiana, Kentucky, and Washington, DC. Advocacy for coverage in other states is ongoing.
Medical Professionals
For hospital orders, see our resources for medical professionals.
Your support makes lifesaving milk possible. Every donation—milk or financial—helps more babies get the care they need to thrive.
