“Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle.” - Martin Luther King, Jr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life’s work was a call to action. He had a ... More
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Stacey’s story: Milk donation as a family gift
In March, a box of milk arrived decorated with stickers and messages—a special gift from Stacey and her family, decorated lovingly by little Zoe. It brought smiles to the staff during the trying early ... More
Jacqueline’s Story: Exclusive Pumping Mom Navigates Lockdown
On the brink of the pandemic, Jacqueline, Rondeep, and Kali started their life together as a family, which has led them through exclusive pumping and more. Reading posts from other mamas while pumping ... More
Pettaway Pursuit Foundation: Serving the Community in a Time of Crisis
Just over a year ago, during World Breastfeeding Week 2019, we opened a milk depot at Pettaway Pursuit Foundation (PPF), which has served Philadelphia-area families for over 20 years, with a focus on ... More
Breastfeeding in Emergencies: COVID-19
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 of the importance of supporting ... More
National Breastfeeding Month: Taking Stock During Emergencies and Crises
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 the globe. They are ... More
