Congratulations on your new baby! This program is designated for babies between 0 to 8 weeks of age with medical needs. There are times when a baby needs a little extra help feeding or has no access to a parent’s milk. NWMMB can triage need and may be able to provide up to a total of 100 ounces of donor milk for babies under two months of age who are diagnosed with specific health complications. Milk To Go Plus Outpatient Milk Orders | Hospital Milk Orders Congratulations on your new baby! This program is designated for babies between 0 to 8 weeks of age with specific medical needs that may require a little extra supplemental feeding. NWMMB triages need and is able to provide specified number of ounces of donor milk per baby under two months of age who are diagnosed with specific health complications. This program offers donor milk up to the maximum volume per infant. Today's volume is up to 120 ounces. Who is eligible for Milk to Go Plus? Reasons for additional supplementation include, but are not limited to: Prematurity (born at less than 35 weeks) Recent NICU discharge Small for Gestational Age (SGA), or slow growth (IUGR) Significant weight loss (more than 10% at 4+ weeks old) Temporary pause in breastfeeding due to medication Supplementing with pasteurized donor milk when a baby has a medical need can allow time for breastfeeding to become established or an alternative feeding plan can be determined by you and your healthcare provider. This Milk to Go Plus program offers the volume of milk per baby specified above and is available to infants between 0-8 weeks of age and meet the criteria listed above. A prescription form and chart notes must be submitted by your baby’s healthcare provider. The processing fee for donor milk is $5.00 per ounce. This fee covers all of the important steps to assure the donated milk is safe for your baby. A financial assistance program for families experiencing financial hardship is available in limited capacity. More information can be found here . Milk to Go Plus Prescription Form Upload Rx Form & Notes Order Milk Fax Prescription Ask your doctor to fill out the prescription form and upload or fax it to (503) 469-0962 Call In Order Call the milk bank to place your order at (503) 469-0955 (toll-free (800) 204-4444 ) Purchase Milk Pay for your milk order over the phone Schedule Pickup Pick up your order at the milk bank or arrange for a shipment Useful Links Milk To Go Plus Prescription Form Upload Prescription Form and Chart Notes Community Care: Financial Assistance Lactation Support Resources Milk to Go FAQ's Milk To Go Program Practices Notice of Privacy Practices (English) Notice of Privacy Practices (Spanish) Outpatient Milk Orders Looking for additional information about outpatient milk orders? Milk Order FAQs

There is high demand for pasteurized breastmilk in the Northwest, and Northwest Mothers Milk Bank works to quickly distribute it to as many infants as we can. Your ongoing donations are greatly needed, and they help us achieve our goal of providing this life-saving resource to every baby in need! Donate Milk Donate Milk Donate Milk | Donate Money | Donate Time | Donate After A Loss There is high demand for pasteurized breastmilk in the Northwest, and Northwest Mothers Milk Bank works to quickly distribute it to as many infants as we can. Your ongoing donations are greatly needed, and they help us achieve our goal of providing this life-saving resource to every baby in need! On behalf of the hospitals and infants we serve, thank you for donating love. The process to become a milk donor typically takes between 2-3 weeks to complete due to application processing and blood screening results. Ask Question About Donation Become A Milk Donor Resources for Approved Donors Previous Milk Donor, New Baby? How Do I Become A Donor? Interview Call us at toll-free (800) 204-4444 or schedule an interview to determine eligibility Health History Complete a medical questionnaire and forms Blood Work Visit a lab at no cost to you Donate Milk Find a milk drop near you or we’ll ship it for free Our friendly, knowledgeable screening staff are International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs). They are available to answer questions throughout the entire screening and donation process. 1. Interview We start with a short phone interview, during which you will be asked questions about your general health, medication/supplement use, and overall breastfeeding experience. Call us at (503) 469-0955 or toll-free at 800-204-4444 or schedule an interview here . 2. Complete online paperwork The next step is sharing more details about your medical history and lifestyle, as well as signing medical consent forms. With your permission, we will contact your healthcare providers to confirm your health history and the health of your baby. 3. Get blood work The final step in the screening process is to complete blood work. You will be screened for HIV, HTLV, hepatitis B and C, and syphilis. The milk bank will coordinate and pay for your blood work. 4. Make your donation Once approved, you can drop off your frozen milk at our office in Tigard or at a milk drop near you. If there are no milk drops near you, we will send you a container to ship your milk to us free of charge. There is no cost to you to become a milk donor. We do not pay donors for their breastmilk. The Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA) prohibits compensation of donors due to ethical and safety issues. As a nonprofit organization, this also allows us to keep processing fees as low as possible. Read our Notice of Privacy Practices here . Who Is Eligible? Our milk donors are healthy, lactating individuals with a surplus of milk that is not needed for their own baby. Are you a previous milk donor and have a new baby? Please schedule a call with us - you will be rescreened and given a new donor number. Donors must be able to donate at least 100 ounces of milk for their first donation only. Once approved, a milk donor may choose to make future donations in any amount they choose. There is no minimum for bereaved donors (those donating after a loss). Certain medications and supplements, including some vitamins, may be appropriate for you and your baby, but may not meet the HMBANA milk donation standards. Moderate caffeine use is acceptable (approximately 3 servings per day). Use of any tobacco and marijuana products is not approved for milk donation. For questions, give us a call. If you have a question about how COVID-19 impacts milk donation, read our info page here . Nasal sprays Eye drops Topical creams and ointments Vaginal creams and gels Tylenol (acetaminophen) Advil (ibuprofen) Oral contraceptives Inhalers for asthma Non-drowsy antihistamines Stool softeners Some blood pressure medications Medications accepted for milk donation but are not limited to: Because we serve a very fragile population, we ask our donors to follow conservative alcohol guidelines. The requirements are as follows: No daily use One serving requires a 6-hour wait to pump milk for donation; two servings require a 12-hour wait A Milk Storage Guide You may donate milk that has been stored for up to 6 months in a freezer. Milk pumped prior to donor approval may be accepted for donation. Best practices to ensure the safety of your milk: Wash your hands before handling your pump. Label your milk with the date pumped. If milk is combined from multiple pumping sessions, please label your bag with the date range. Do not overfill the bags. Milk Collection Best Practices Donate Your Milk Once you’ve completed the Donor Screening process, there are many ways to donate your milk. Our Milk Drops are convenient locations throughout the Pacific Northwest where approved donors can drop off their milk donation. These drop sites keep the milk frozen and safe until it can be transferred to Northwest Mothers Milk Bank in Tigard, OR . If you are in the Portland metro area, you can drop your milk off directly at the milk bank. If you live further away and do not have a Milk Drop site near you, fill out this form and we will send you complimentary shipping materials so that you can safely ship your milk to us. This form is for use by approved donors only. Are you ready to donate your milk? Apply To Donate Milk Donating After a Loss View Your Options

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NWMMB is proud to take part in Willamette Week's Give!Guide, an annual end-of-year giving event for nonprofits in the Portland metro area. This grassroots campaign is supported by local businesses, provides incentives to donors, and emphasizes giving by younger folks to build a culture of engagement. Every dollar still goes directly to our organization to support the most important thing we do: getting safe, pasteurized donor milk to the babies who need it most! Give!Guide Northwest Mothers Milk Bank is proud to take part in Willamette Week's Give!Guide, an annual end-of-year giving event for nonprofits in the Portland metro area. This grassroots campaign is supported by local businesses, provides incentives to donors, and emphasizes giving by younger folks to build a culture of engagement. From November 1st until the end of the year, please submit your donations through our Give!Guide page below. Every dollar still goes directly to our organization to support the most important thing we do: getting safe, pasteurized donor milk to the babies who need it most! Donate Today

Northwest Mothers Milk Bank is a nonprofit dedicated to providing the safest pasteurized breastmilk to mothers and babies throughout the Pacific Northwest. Saving babies drop by drop. We are dedicated to providing the safest pasteurized breastmilk to babies in need. Learn About Milk Banking Donate Money We could not exist without support. Your generosity makes an extraordinary difference in the lives of local infants. Donate Milk Are you producing extra breastmilk? Save babies in need by becoming a milk donor. Donate Time Join our team of volunteers. You’ll gain valuable work experience and in-depth knowledge of milk banking. We are proud to be the only nonprofit milk bank in the Pacific Northwest! 9,827 Approved Milk Donors 52 Milk Drop Partners 5.3 Million Ounces Dispensed Meet the Milk Bank As a mom, I knew the importance of breast milk especially for the most fragile infants. When it was time for me to breastfeed my little one, Hazel, I knew we wanted to make donating breast milk part of our journey. — Emily Hoppe, Milk Donor Upcoming Events No events at the moment Special thanks to our community partners for their generous support.

Northwest Mothers Milk Bank is honored to be part of little love stories throughout our community. Donating or receiving milk is a true act of love and kindness, and makes a significant impact on health and survival for medically fragile infants. Little Love Stories Our Mission | Staff & Board | Partners | Little Love Stories | Careers | Contact Us Northwest Mothers Milk Bank is honored to be part of little love stories throughout our community. Donating or receiving milk is a true act of love and kindness, and makes a significant impact on health and survival for medically fragile infants. Click on the photos below to read some of our love stories from milk donors and recipients. We love hearing from our milk donors and recipients about their experience with NWMMB! Consider sharing your little love story . Jude milk recipient Michelle & Theodosia milk donor Carrie, Hazel & Alexandria milk donor & recipient Brandy & Callen milk donor & recipient Aruna & Nila milk donor Maclean milk recipient Jacqui & Noelle milk donor & recipient Faith milk recipient Have a little love story of your own you'd like to share? Share Your Little Love Story

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In search of a gift? Shop our store of shirts, onesies, and other milk bank branded novelties. Your purchase helps provide life-saving pasteurized donor human milk to babies in the Pacific Northwest. 100% of proceeds go to helping fragile infants survive. Shop Events | Community Room | Baby Café | Tour The Milk Bank | Meet Millie | Resources | Shop In search of a gift? Shop our store of shirts, onesies, and other milk bank branded novelties. Your purchase helps provide life-saving pasteurized donor human milk to babies in the Pacific Northwest. 100% of proceeds go to helping fragile infants survive. millieonesie baby onesie with Millie the Milk Drop holding an umbrella mug coffee mug that says I am in my milk donor era onesie baby onesie that says nwmmb in rainbow colors Shop Our Store

Northwest Mothers Milk Bank volunteers gain valuable work experience and in-depth knowledge about milk banking. Apply to Volunteer Donate Milk | Donate Money | Donate Time | Donate After A Loss Please note: We are currently FULL on volunteers. However, any interest forms will be held until the spring of 2025 for consideration for our summer Volunteer Squad, or in the event of a sooner unexpected volunteer opening. Thank you so much! Northwest Mothers Milk Bank currently recommends, but does not require, our volunteers to be current on CDC-recommended vaccinations. To become a volunteer with us, an initial interview, background check, volunteer agreement, and one-hour privacy protection training is required. We welcome all races and genders. Our milk bank is wheelchair and mobility aid accessible, too. Several of our volunteer tasks can be done with a baby or young child accompanying if desired; just let our volunteer coordinator know so that we can pair you with a task that suits your needs. We love seeing baby faces! Our milk bank has a private lactation room with a changing table and a fridge/freezer for anyone who needs to pump or feed a baby. Our private, all-gender restrooms include one restroom with a baby changing station, too. If you are wanting a letter of recommendation letter for volunteering, please keep in mind that we are unable to write a letter of recommendation any sooner than four months after beginning volunteer service. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our volunteer coordinator, Karen, at volunteers@nwmmb.org .

You are AMAZING! We can not thank you enough for being willing to improve the health and survival of babies across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Donating milk is a unique gift and we are honored to be part of your story. Approved Milk Donors You are AMAZING! We can not thank you enough for being willing to improve the health and survival of babies across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Donating milk is a unique gift and we are honored to be part of your story. Are you ready to donate your milk? Once you have been assigned your donor number, we can accept your milk donation. Depending on where you live, we have four options to safely transport your milk to Northwest Mothers Milk Bank. All milk donations are required to have an Illness, Medication and Travel Form. Find the form in the Useful Links below. Access our 2025 Holiday Shipping Calendars for November and December here . Check to see if there is a Milk Drop location near you. Many of our milk drops have had to adjust hours during the pandemic so please contact them directly before dropping off your milk. If you do not live in the greater Portland or SW Washington area, you can request a free shipping container directly to your home. Return shipping is pre-paid and detailed instructions are included in the box. You can use the same form to request complimentary milk storage bags. Do you live in the greater Portland or SW Washington area? Consider driving your milk to the milk bank in Tigard, Oregon. We embrace any opportunity to meet our milk donors! Give us a call to let us know when to expect you, 800-204-4444 . Are you planning to be in the greater Portland area and would like to schedule a tour of NWMMB? We love to meet our milk donors and their families. Call us at 800-204-4444 or email us a milkdonor@nwmmb.org to schedule a visit.. Tell Us More About You! Each of our milk donors have their own reason for giving back to the community. We would love to hear your story and often feature stories on our social media. We also love receiving pictures of your experience being a milk donor. Share your story Lactation Support Our donor screening staff are International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants. We are happy to talk with you about any questions, feeding challenges, returning to work, or potential changes in your milk donor status. Feel free to call us at 800-204-4444 or email us at milkdonor@nwmmb.org . Useful Links A Milk Donor's Guide to Donating Milk (English) A Milk Donor's Guide to Donating Milk (Spanish) Notice of Privacy Practices (English) Notice of Privacy Practices (Spanish) Shipping Video How to Ship Your Milk (English) How To Ship Your Milk (Spanish) Illness and Medication & Travel Form (Spanish) Illness and Medication & Travel Form (English) Covid-19 Information Publicity Release Share Your Little Love Story Tips for Cleaning Your Pump - CDC (English) Tips for Cleaning Your Pump - CDC (Spanish) Useful Links

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We are so sorry for your loss. We know your heart is grieving, but your body may continue responding to your birth. We are here to discuss the options for your breastmilk. Donate After A Loss Donate Milk | Donate Money | Donate Time | Donate After A Loss We are so sorry for your loss. We know your heart is grieving, but your body may continue responding to your birth. We are here to discuss the options for your breastmilk. Become A Milk Donor Ask Question About Donation Resources for Approved Milk Donors You may want to do everything you can to stop milk production as quickly as possible; you may wish to pump and donate your expressed milk to a milk bank instead. As with all aspects of grieving, there is no right or wrong answer about what to do. Expressing and Donating Your Milk You may have already begun expressing and storing your milk. Milk expressed either by hand or with the help of a pump can be refrigerated, then stored in the freezer until donation. Expressing your milk can occur for as long as you want and may be donated in honor of your baby. Any amount of breastmilk will be accepted for donation. Suppressing Your Milk If you prefer to stop your milk production, there are safe ways to do so. Some helpful tips: Don’t bind your breasts. Binding may cause plugged ducts and infection. Cabbage leaf compresses are an easy home remedy proven to reduce engorgement and dry up milk supply. Don’t be afraid to relieve discomfort by expressing some milk. Express just enough to soften your breasts, but not enough to empty them completely. If you have additional questions about suppressing, expressing, storing, or donating your milk, contact your lactation consultant or Northwest Mothers Milk Bank. Useful Links Return to Zero: H.O.P.E. Return to Zero HOPE is a national nonprofit supporting families through loss on their journey to parenthood. Funeral Service Foundation E-book When Goodbye Comes Too Soon Breast Massage and Hand Expression Following Perinatal Loss Video , compliments of Breastfeeding Medicine of Northeast Ohio Baby Blues Connection , visit online or via text or phone at 1-800-557-8375 The Dougy Center , visit online or via tollfree phone at 866-775-5683

Our mission is to improve the health and survival of the Pacific Northwest’s most vulnerable infants. We believe that every baby deserves access to human milk. We carry out our mission through the safe collection and distribution of human donor milk, education, advocacy, and research. Our Mission Our Mission | Staff & Board | Partners | Little Love Stories | Careers | Contact Us Northwest Mothers Milk Bank is a nonprofit donor milk bank established in 2008. Our mission is to improve the health and survival of the Pacific Northwest’s most vulnerable infants. We believe that every baby deserves access to human milk. We carry out our mission through the safe collection and distribution of human donor milk, education, advocacy, and research. We are a nonprofit organization rooted in the Pacific Northwest community. Our Mission To improve the health and survival of the Pacific Northwest’s most vulnerable infants. Our Mission Our Vision A Northwest region where every baby has access to the human milk they need. Our Values BE COMPASSIONATE We take the perspectives and situations of others to heart. We desire to know and act on that knowledge with positive intent and a desire to help. Empathy in action guides our work inside and outside Northwest Mothers Milk Bank. HONOR DIVERSITY We acknowledge and embrace the unique contributions and perspectives of all within our workplace, and in our community. We recognize and reject all bias against age, ability, disability, education, ethnicity, gender, identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. We promote the use of respectful and inclusive language. COLLABORATE We continually work to expand relationships with the healthcare systems, community partners and HMBANA Milk Banks to improve the health and survival of vulnerable infants. We share resources. We ask for what we need. INNOVATE We draw on collaborative and evidence-based efforts to advance human milk banking processes and systems to achieve optimum safety and quality. The work of anti-racism is ongoing and continually evolving. We strive for an inclusive, diverse and equitable organization that fosters a sense of belonging. We consult community experts to help us assess and strategize our equity work and commit to on-going training for all staff. ENGAGE IN ANTI-RACISM We demonstrate integrity by building honesty into our everyday routines. We act with integrity by holding ourselves accountable, accepting responsibility, and facing the consequences of our actions. ACT WITH INTEGRITY We advocate for human milk feeding for all infants. We educate and empower individuals, families, hospital staff, and the community to make informed choices about infant health. We are committed to increasing access to pasteurized donor milk for vulnerable infants when mother’s/parent’s own milk is not available. PROMOTE HEALTH Northwest Mothers Milk Bank is rooted in community. NWMMB was founded in 2008 by a group of passionate and accomplished community members who worked hard to increase public knowledge and acceptance of donor milk use. The nine-member volunteer board followed a strategic plan that included fundraising, community outreach, and hospital partnerships to successfully open the first human milk bank in the Pacific Northwest in July of 2013. By following the accreditation standards of the Human Milk Banking Association of North America , NWMMB became the 12th nonprofit human milk bank in North America. NWMMB has experienced unprecedented community support and rapid growth since opening our doors in 2013. To learn more about our journey, click on the photos below. Breastmilk gives a child the best start in life! Learn About Milk Banking

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Hospitals and clinics can expand their partnership with Northwest Mothers Milk Bank by hosting a Milk Drop. are convenient locations throughout the Pacific Northwest where approved doThese drop sites keep the milk frozen and safe until it can be transferred to Northwest Mothers Milk Bank in Tigard. Host a Milk Drop Hospitals and clinics can expand their partnership with Northwest Mothers Milk Bank by hosting a Milk Drop. Our Milk Drops are convenient locations throughout the Pacific Northwest where approved donors can drop off their milk donations. These drop sites keep the milk frozen and safe until it can be transferred to Northwest Mothers Milk Bank  in Tigard. Milk Drops are an integral component of the milk donation process! They provide a friendly face in the community, help to identify potential milk donors, and simplify the donation process for donors who don’t live near Northwest Mothers Milk Bank. Milk Drops offer a trusted and convenient place for milk donors who have completed all screening steps to drop off a milk donation. Hosting a Milk Drop offers a way for hospitals and clinics to assure there is plenty of safe, pasteurized milk available for medically fragile babies across the Pacific Northwest. Once a milk donation is received, the host assures the milk remains safe and frozen, then prepares it for shipment to the milk bank by packing it in insulated containers. Once it reaches NWMMB, the milk is pasteurized, tested, and distributed to babies in need across the Northwest. Other than staff or volunteer time, NWMMB provides all materials and supplies needed to host a milk drop, including the freezer. Milk Drops can be found across the Pacific Northwest, but there is always a need for additional locations. Your team can play an important role in nonprofit milk banking, by opening your doors as a community Milk Drop! Order Supplies — PDF Order Supplies — Fillable Where are the Milk Drops located? Milk Drops can be found across the Pacific Northwest, but there is always a need for additional locations. What does hosting a Milk Drop mean for you? Enhancing your lactation program and services to parents and children Offering joint press release and social media opportunities to publicize your Milk Drop Supporting your baby-friendly practices Helping spread the word about milk donation What do you need to host a Milk Drop? An accessible area for dropping off milk donations Space to accommodate a small freezer, thermometer, and shipping supplies Staff or volunteers who can receive, pack, and ship milk donations NWMMB accepts responsibility for all donor screening, milk processing, and distribution. All record keeping supplies, shipping supplies, and informational materials are provided. To learn more, please call NWMMB at (503) 469-0955 (toll-free (800) 204-4444 ) or send a message to joanne@nwmmb.org Is your facility interested in hosting a milk distribution site? Host A Distribution Site

Mission Possible For Healthcare Providers | For Hospitals | Pump Rentals | Media | In The News | FAQs | Blog nwmmb Oct 23, 2023 3 min NWMMB Celebrates 10 Years! On Saturday, September 16th NWMMB threw a party to celebrate 10 years of serving babies throughout the Pacific Northwest. Delaney Hartmann Aug 1, 2022 4 min Protect, Promote, and Support Breastfeeding Northwest Mothers Milk Bank (NWMMB) advocates for human milk feeding for all infants. The bank works to educate families and communities. nwmmb Jun 17, 2022 4 min How NWMMB is Responding to Shortage of Breastmilk Substitutes (Infant formula) Focusing on immediate rapid relief is a way NWMMB is helping to ease anxiety and stress parents are feeling when they can’t access food. nwmmb Apr 4, 2022 4 min Expression of Care Program Northwest Mothers Milk Bank (NWMMB) is helping to remove barriers to breastfeeding for incarcerated mothers throughout the state of Oregon. nwmmb Feb 8, 2022 2 min Donor Milk Saves Lives There is a high demand for pasteurized breastmilk in the Pacific Northwest. nwmmb Jan 4, 2022 2 min Stepping Into 2022 As we carefully step into 2022, we celebrate our successes and look optimistically to the future. For upcoming events, news, and more, subscribe to The Droplet . Receive Our Newsletter

Sat, Aug 03 | Willamette Park (Boat Ramp and Dock) Boob Cruise 8:00 PM At sundown during World Breastfeeding Week, the Morrison Bridge lights turn purple and pink! After dark, come dressed in hot pink to match the lights and climb aboard—enjoy a signature cocktail, charcuterie cups, games, raffle prizes, boob-themed swag, and great company. Registration is closed See other events Time & Location Aug 03, 2024, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM Willamette Park (Boat Ramp and Dock), 6500 S Macadam Ave, Portland, OR 97239, USA About the event Ticket time: This ticket is for the 8:00 PM Boob Cruise! (If you're looking for the 9:30 cruise, click here.) What you get: 🥛 A free signature cocktail and crazy straw 🛍️ A goodie bag of boob swag 🧀 Charcuterie cups overflowing with cheese 🌊 A refreshing trip down the Willamette River on a warm summer night 🤡 Terrible puns 👯‍♀️ Excellent company What to do: 👚 Wear hot pink and/or safari wear ⌚ Meet at Willamette Park boat dock at your ticket time 🛥️ Check in and board The Reliant 🎯 Play party games, win prizes 🎟️ Collect raffle tickets 🌉 Sail under the Morrison Bridge, lit up pink 👶 Support your community milk bank Folks who come: 🎉 Have the BREAST plans for World Breastfeeding Week 🤦 Love boob puns 🤱 Care about moms, parents, babies, lactation, and human milk access 🦸 Become a critical part of NWMMB’s mission… … to improve the health and survival of the Northwest’s most vulnerable infants. We believe every baby deserves access to human milk. 1 in 11 Northwest infants is born premature, and when their parent’s own milk isn’t available, donor milk from an accredited milk bank like ours is the next best option to prevent disease and improve health outcomes. Your support ensures the availability of safe, screened donor milk, kept safe and nutritious using evidence-based practices for our littlest neighbors in over 80 hospitals across our region. So, hitch up your girls (or guys, or glands), and climb aboard! Set sail and see the sights with Northwest Mothers Milk Bank on… THE BOOB CRUISE! Read More > Share this event

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Meet Arielle Milk Intake Coordinator ​ Live everyday to its fullest potential because you never know what tomorrow may bring is the quote that serves as Arielle’s personal mantra and sums up her positive outlook. She brings joy to our milk processing team. As a child she dreamed of being a fashion designer, until high school when she realized that no one really understood her fashion sense! ​ Favorite Cereal: Oh’s Favorite Fashion Trend: "Most definitely, Birkenstocks with socks, I still rock the look to this day!" ​ Favorite Place: " The beach is my happy place!"

Meet Nick Operations Manager ​ Nick’s friends describe him as analytical, quiet, and humble. He is a dog person and has an adorable new pup named Linus. If he were to give up his day job as our Operations Manager, he would host a late-night show featuring his Grandpa George. Together they would teach the audience simple and creative ways to fix things around the house. ​ Favorite Cereal: " I never turn down a big bowl of Count Chocula" Favorite Fashion Trend: “Cargo Shorts…as a dad they are just so practical when given things to hold onto.” ​ Which cartoon character would you choose to hang out with: “Bandit from Bluey. He could give me tips on being a better dad.”

Meet Brynn Recipient Coordinator ​ Brynn’s personal mantra is “When you feel helpless, help others”, which explains the compassion she brings to her position helping Northwest families to get milk for their babies. Gregarious and quick-witted Brynn would be an amazing talk show host! Her choice for her first guest: Kate McKinnon. ​ Favorite Cereal: Cinnamon Toast Crunch ​ Favorite Fashion Trend: Shoulder pads ​ Most Used Emoji: Crying/laughing emoji “when I can’t type “LOL” again” ​

Meet Faith milk recipient ​ "Donor milk was my baby’s first meal when she was born at 32 weeks. She was getting all the magic from the donor milk when I wasn’t able to produce enough for her and it helped her body get stronger. I was happy that donor milk was available at the time I wasn’t able to produce enough. Breast milk is the best milk. Whether it be yours or donors’ it’s still breastmilk and the best choice you can give your baby especially NICU babies." — Faith's mom, milk recipient

Meet Geoff Milk Intake & Shipping Coordinator ​ Geoff is everybody’s favorite dad at the milk bank. The quote above his desk reads, “just because you got the monkey off your back doesn’t mean the circus has left town!” He wanted to be a farmer when he grew up, but reading The Principles of Accounting changed his career path. Geoff makes sure our shelves are stocked and hospitals receive milk in a timely manner. Favorite Cereal: Life cereal Favorite Fashion Trend: “Definitely not bell-bottom jeans!” Most used Emoji: “What’s an emoji?”

Meet Michelle & Theodosia milk donor ​ "It felt like a beautiful, pay-it-forward thing. After my milk was so slow coming in, it felt like such an amazing blessing to not only have enough for my baby, but also have enough to share.” — Michelle, milk donor

Meet Sonia RD, LD, IBCLC, Donor Engagement Manager ​ It does not come as a surprise that Sonia’s friends describe her as warm, caring, and responsible. She takes great care of our amazing milk donors, taking time to learn their personal stories. Sonia’s French roots and stories of worldwide travel keep us entertained. Her favorite place visited was the jungle surrounding Chiang Mai, Thailand, which left her feeling like she was on a page from National Geographic. ​ Favorite Fashion Trend: “Gotta be bell bottom pants with leather platform sandals. They make a short gal look taller and cool.” Desired Superpower: Flying ​ Cartoon Character You Would Love to Hang With: Casper the Friendly Ghost ​

Strengthen Strengthening our community relationships. Building relationships with community partners requires time, trust, and active listening. NWMMB will extend our services to underserved communities and the organizations that support them. Created a community resource list on our website for BIPOC and LGTBQ+ breastfeeding support Implemented the Expression of Care program. Strengthen Strengthening our community relationships.

Meet Brandy & Callen milk donor & recipient ​ "Callen was born at 34 weeks due to pre-eclampsia. Because of severe lung prematurity he had to be on CPAP respiratory support for 9 days and was pretty sick for the first several days. He was given donor milk during the first few days of life until I could produce enough milk for him. I was so relieved to know donor milk would be available if it was needed, and when Callen arrived early and went to the NICU, I didnt have to stress about his nutrition. As a NICU nurse I see and know the value of donor milk in our infant population so that was really important to me. Once my milk supply was well established and it was apparent I had an excess, I also chose to become a donor. It was such a blessing to me to be able to give back and help other families." — Brandy, milk donor & recipient

Meet Madeline Shipping Assistant ​ No stranger to nonprofit work, Madeline dedicates herself to any mission she is involved in. She is the first to arrive in the morning and stays until all the shipments have been packed and delivered. She is a Hawaiian native, and the saying "Ohana Rules!" serves as her personal mantra. ​ Favorite Cereal: Steel-cut oatmeal One Meal to Eat Every Day for the Rest of Your Life: " Tender beef brisket, baked potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, broccoli and onions cooked with beef, homemade gravy and Parker House rolls with butter. Orgasmic!” ​ Desired Superpower: "Eat a lot, never get fat but stay healthy."

Meet Joanne BSN, IBCLC, Clinical Outreach Director joanne@nwmmb.org ​ Serving as an original NWMMB board member, Joanne was instrumental in establishing the only nonprofit milk bank in the Pacific Northwest. Friends and colleagues describe her as caring, reliable, energetic, and a friend to all furry creatures. She envisions Winnie the Pooh as an imaginary friend speaking wisdom to keep her humble and explain the truth. ​ Favorite Cereal: "Cheerios (serious childhood memories) but Grape Nuts (when healthy adult tendencies take control) ” Favorite Fashion Trend: Big hair ​ One Meal to Eat Every Day for the Rest of Your Life: "Wood-fired pizza, a leafy salad, a glass of pinot noir and a huge chunk of something chocolate-y for dessert."

Meet Teresa Milk Processing Technician ​ Teresa’s dependability and great listening skills make her perfect for a team environment. Her coworkers love her for it and for her fashion sense! Her personal mantra comes from the Dalai Lama, “Be kind whenever possible, it is always possible." ​ Favorite Cereal: Quaker Oatmeal Squares One Meal to Eat Every Day for the Rest of Your Life: "Chicken, rice, au gratin potatoes and a goat cheese and beet salad." Cartoon Character You Would Love to Hang With: Linda Belcher from Bob’s Burgers. “I think she and I could really party!"

Meet Aruna & Nila milk donor ​ “I understand how valuable breastmilk is and how many moms really struggle to give it to their little ones despite all the odds. This is another reason I wanted to donate, especially for all the preemies and NICU babies out there. Sharing is caring.” — Aruna, milk donor

Meet Jude milk recipient ​ "Literally the first question they asked me when Jude got admitted to the NICU was if I wanted him to have donor milk. I had no idea it was an option, but so relieved it was! It gave him a great start before my milk came in fully, without anything artificial like the formula they offer in the hospital. Breastmilk is liquid gold and if you need help with your baby getting breastmilk, donor milk is the next best option. Such an amazing resource!!" — Jude’s mom, recipient

Educate Educating ourselves about racism. ​ NWMMB is actively committed to educating ourselves about racism. As an organization we strive to be a change agent for building better communities and recognize the importance of understanding systems of oppression. ​ All NWMMB Board of Directors meetings have topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion on their bi-monthly agenda. All NWMMB staff participate in mandatory training sessions with Teela Foxworth of Foxworth Facilitations. NWMMB created a free lending library of books and films which focus on topics of racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. ​ Strengthen Strengthening our community relationships.

Meet Lesley BSN, IBCLC, Executive Director lesley@nwmmb.org ​ Lesley was a member of NWMMB's original board of directors, which was instrumental in bringing a milk bank to the Pacific Northwest. Lesley is passionate about milk banking and would like to live in a world where all babies have full bellies and chubby knees! Growing up, she dreamed of hanging out with Nancy Drew in her baby blue convertible, always prepared with a magnifying glass and a 5-spot in her wallet. ​ Favorite Cereal: Steel-cut oatmeal (don't forget the raisins!) Most Used Emoji: Nerd face Desired Superpower: Time travel

Examine Examining systems that play a role in perpetuating inequality . ​ NWMMB is committed to looking closely at our own systems that may play a role in perpetuating inequities. We will work together to change and improve our practices within the field of human milk banking. ​ NWMMB staff participate as active members on the Human Milk Banking Association of North America’s Equity Task Force. NWMMB created an internal Equity Task Force, composed of board members and staff. This committee meets monthly. Created an equity statement that was shared with all Board Directors and staff. Created a list of strategies to address inequity in milk banking practices.

Meet Gwen Courier & Shipping Assistant ​ Making sure milk gets from Point A to Point B is a big part of Gwen’s role and would love to possess the superpower of teleportation. i. Gwen is fun, witty and resourceful - traits she admires in Bugs Bunny, her favorite cartoon character. “Listen to your inner GPS that you were born with to help you navigate life, everything else is counter-intuitive noise” serves as her personal mantra. ​ Favorite Cereal: Blueberry Kashi What did you want to be when you grew up: An Olympic Ice Skater Favorite Fashion Trend: “High neck blouses with obnoxious broaches and Flock of Seagulls hair”

Advocate Advocating for all babies' right to human milk. NWMMB is passionate about advocating for all babies’ right to human milk, especially those in underserved populations. Change at local, state and national level requires education, perseverance and diligence. ​ NWMMB staff is in conversation with advocates within the state of Washington who are working with legislators to provide in-patient coverage for human donor milk.

Identify Identifying barriers to breastfeeding and human donor milk access. Identifying barriers to breastfeeding and improving access to donor milk are critical to the success of a community-based milk bank. We will listen to the stories of our milk donors and donor milk recipients to better understand their personal struggles and how this can impact and improve our work. NWMMB staff participated in an exercise to understand barriers families may face when attempting to access donor milk. Feedback from this exercise was used to strengthen internal systems for providing community care. Evie’s Fund application made available on our website in an accessible format.

Meet Maclean milk recipient ​ "Maclean Armand was born a month early. With dad’s adorable nose and mom’s blue eyes, this 6lb 5oz wonder was suddenly here. There were immediate concerns about his health, and it came as a shock that this seemingly perfect, ‘easy’ pregnancy yielded this little guy who needed serious medical attention. With all of the surprise, stress and sleeplessness, my body wasn’t yet producing the nutritious milk Maclean needed. We were supported with donor milk from NWMMB before we even left the hospital. After we left, we became humble, grateful recipients of Evie’s fund at NWMMB. As we shuffled daily from one appointment to the next, up to Maclean’s first two surgeries in May. The care, compassion and concern from the indelible staff here helped us through a part of this journey we never could have anticipated." — Maclean's parents, milk recipients

Meet Carrie, Hazel & Alexandria milk donor & recipient ​ "I was so grateful to have received donor milk for my babies. As I read more about the benefits of breastmilk I only became more thankful. I had already determined to do something for NWMMB to express my appreciation and pay it forward, but didn’t think I’d be able to make enough milk for two babies - let alone to have spare to donate. When my own milk did come in, it turned out I did in fact have extra, and lots of it. Every step along the way is a labor of love. After seeing it from both sides I realize that though breast milk is called liquid gold, it’s really liquid love. It felt like another mother was somewhere in the background giving her love to my babies when they received donor milk. Now that I’ve been fortunate enough to give, I feel like I’m doing a little part to care for another baby." — Carrie, milk donor & recipient

Meet Jacqui & Noelle milk donor & recipient ​ “I was so grateful that there was a woman out there that donated her milk. It felt like there was another woman watching out for my baby girl.” — Jaqui, milk donor & recipient