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In July 2024, Northwest Mothers Milk Bank welcomed Mother’s Milk Bank of Montana into our family. NWMMB plans to begin revitalizing nonprofit milk banking in the state of Montana. We could use your help! Meet NWMMB Established in 2008, Northwest Mothers Milk Bank’s (NWMMB) mission is to improve the health and survival of vulnerable infants. We believe that every baby deserves access to human milk. As a member of the Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA) , we have been closely aligned with our neighboring milk banks by helping each other to meet the demand for donor human milk. This includes our friends at Mother’s Milk Bank of Montana. In the Spring, we began to assist with screening milk donors, safely pasteurizing milk, and dispensing milk to hospitals and outpatients in the state of Montana. Milk For Montana In July 2024, we made this transition official and welcomed Mother’s Milk Bank of Montana into our family. NWMMB plans to begin revitalizing nonprofit milk banking in the state of Montana. We could use your help! Our immediate goals are to: Grow awareness about human milk banking and the opportunity for milk donation to help Montana babies to grow and thrive. Develop Milk Drop locations throughout the state. Milk Drops make it easier for generous milk donors to drop off their milk. Interested in hosting a Milk Drop site? Meet the needs of hospitalized babies in Montana with a safe source of human donor milk. Is your local hospital interested in providing donor milk to babies for medical supplementation? Increase access to human donor milk for outpatient infants with medical needs. Donate Milk Safety & Quality Hospital Resources Host a Milk Drop Are you interested in applying to Evie's Fund? Learn About Community Care

Hospitals and clinics can expand their partnership with Northwest Mothers Milk Bank by hosting a Donor Milk Distribution Site. Host a Milk Distribution Site Hospitals and clinics can expand their partnership with Northwest Mothers Milk Bank by hosting a Donor Milk Distribution Site. A Northwest Mothers Milk Bank Distribution Site enables families to fill their donor human milk prescription right there at the hospital, eliminating the added cost of travel to or overnight shipping from Northwest Mothers Milk Bank in Tigard, OR. A Donor Milk Distribution Site plays a vital role in the community by providing convenient access to safe, pasteurized donor milk on the day of hospital discharge. Outpatient families who do not live in direct proximity to Northwest Mothers Milk Bank incur costly fees and delayed access to donor milk because it must be shipped overnight from our facility. When mother’s own milk is not yet available, the precious calories and nutrients only human milk can provide are vital to the health and growth of a newborn infant in the first days of life. This program entails a mutual partnership between NWMMB and a healthcare facility to meet the need for safe, pasteurized donor human milk in Pacific Northwest communities. The Distribution Site adheres to NWMMB storage and distribution policies that comply with those set forth by the Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA) . If your hospital clinic or pharmacy would like to learn more about becoming a Donor Milk Distribution Site , please contact joanne@nmwmmb.org Are you a medical professional seeking donor milk for a hospital? Hospital Milk Orders

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Millie the Milk Drop is a little drop of milk who came to life through the magic of milk banking. Millie makes appearances and helps engage our community at fundraising and social events. We like to think of her as our milk banking ambassador. Millie The Milk Drop Events | Community Room | Baby Café | Tour The Milk Bank | Meet Millie | Resources | Shop Millie the Milk Drop is a little drop of milk who came to life through the magic of milk banking. Millie makes appearances and helps engage our community at fundraising and social events. We like to think of her as our milk banking ambassador. Who is Millie? Millie Goods Millie Digital Sticker Set Millie Adventure Coloring Page Follow Millie @milliethemilkdrop

Northwest Mothers Milk Bank is proud to be the only nonprofit human milk bank in the Pacific Northwest. The unprecedented community support we receive allows us to grow and expand our services every year! Milk Banking Milk Banking | Milk Drop Locations | Milk Distribution Sites | Expression of Care | Evie's Fund | Abi's Fund Northwest Mothers Milk Bank is proud to be the only nonprofit human milk bank in the Pacific Northwest. The unprecedented community support we receive allows us to grow and expand our services every year! Donate Milk Safety & Quality For Healthcare Providers For Hospitals High breastfeeding rates and a positive breastfeeding culture are essential foundations for a thriving community milk bank. Breastfeeding rates in the Pacific Northwest are among the highest in the nation. Area health care professionals and families know that human milk is proven to provide the essential nutrients and immunological protection necessary for optimal growth and improved long-term health. Promotion and support of breastfeeding is a matter of public health and is a cornerstone of the work we do. Becoming a milk donor gives parents with excess breastmilk the opportunity to make a significant difference by helping another infant receive the best start in life. Our primary focus is on providing milk to vulnerable populations. One in eight infants in the Pacific Northwest is born premature. Prematurity puts an infant at risk for life-threatening infections, prolonged hospital admission, and lifelong disabilities. NWMMB prioritizes these fragile infants, providing a safe source of human milk when their mother’s own milk may not be 100% available. Evidence-based research shows the use of human donor milk from an accredited milk bank should be the standard of care for supplementation of hospitalized premature and ill newborns. This is particularly the case for those in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). Thanks to the overwhelming kindness of our milk donors, we have expanded our reach to Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and beyond, providing the best nutrition to infants both in the hospital and after discharging home . Northwest Mothers Milk Bank is proud to be an accredited member of the Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA). HMBANA’s mission is to advance the field of nonprofit milk banking through member accreditation, development of evidence-based best practices, and advocacy of breastfeeding and human lactation to ensure an ethically sourced and equitably distributed supply of donor human milk. NWMMB follows their strict standards to ensure the safety of donated milk through careful screening, laboratory testing, and pasteurization techniques. Click here to learn more about our dedication to safety and quality . Useful Links HMBANA Certification Safety and Quality Our Strategic Plan 2020 Impact Report 2022 Impact Report

Abi’s Fund was established to honor the legacy of Abirami Goyal, whose daughter received donor milk from Northwest Mothers Milk Bank after her passing in 2024. It is funded by generous contributions from passionate supporters. Abi's Fund Milk Banking | Milk Drop Locations | Milk Distribution Sites | Expression of Care | Evie's Fund | Abi's Fund Our Community Care programs make human milk accessible to babies facing medical challenges and families facing financial hardship, but there is a special group that doesn’t fit neatly into those two boxes: families in which the mother has passed away. A legacy of love, a foundation for the future The United States has the highest rate of maternal deaths among high-income countries. Through Abi’s Fund, we can provide a trusted source of safe, pasteurized donor milk for a Northwest family in mourning and take at least one worry off their plate. This fund can grant a mother’s wish to feed her baby human milk—even after her passing. Abi’s Fund was established to honor the legacy of Abirami Goyal, whose daughter received donor milk from Northwest Mothers Milk Bank after her passing in 2024. It is funded by generous contributions from passionate supporters like you. Donate Today Are you interested in applying to Abi's Fund? Learn About Community Care

The Milk-To-Go: Plus program is designated for baby’s who have a critical medical need and are being cared for outside of the hospital. NWMMB has served many families who have babies with complex medical conditions. We work to improve access to a safe source of donor milk when an infant needs it the most. Milk for Critical Need Outpatient Milk Orders | Hospital Milk Orders The Milk for Critical Need program is designated for babies who have a serious medical need and are being cared for outside of the hospital. NWMMB has served many families who have infants with complex medical conditions. We work to improve access to a safe source of donor milk when a baby needs it the most. Who is eligible for Milk for Critical Need? Reasons for medically indicated use of donor milk may include, but are not limited to: Digestive disorders (like malabsorption or short-gut syndrome) Heart or kidney disease Post-surgical recovery Immune or metabolic disorders Growth and weight faltering Waiting for an organ transplant Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (babies withdrawing from substances) Severe formula intolerance (must have tried at least three types, including hypoallergenic formulas) Special circumstances (HIV+ birth parent, maternal cancer, or maternal death) There are some critical medical conditions for which pasteurized donor milk may provide therapeutic benefits for your baby. NWMMB can often help by partnering with your baby’s healthcare provider or dietician to help develop a feeding plan which includes donor milk for a short period of time. A healthcare provider’s prescription with documented medical diagnosis, chart notes, and a Statement of Medical Necessity are required to access donor milk for a baby with a critical medical condition. Milk is provided in limited amounts and is based on supply. Please call NWMMB at 800-204-4444. 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 and have a critically ill baby is available in a limited capacity. More information about eligibility can be found here . Milk to Go Prescription Form Upload Rx Form & Notes Call Us to Inquire Today Useful Links Milk to Go CRITICAL 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 Practice (English) Notice of Privacy Practices (Spanish) Outpatient Milk Orders Looking for additional information about outpatient milk orders? Milk To Go FAQs

Help us spread the word about the importance of nonprofit milk banking and the impact donor human milk is making in the lives of babies! Northwest Mothers Milk Bank staff will make every attempt to reply to requests in a timely manner. Media For Healthcare Providers | For Hospitals | Pump Rentals | Media | In The News | FAQs | Blog Help us spread the word about the importance of nonprofit milk banking and the impact donor human milk is making in the lives of babies! Northwest Mothers Milk Bank staff will make every attempt to reply to requests in a timely manner. For all media inquiries, please contact Lesley Mondeaux Email: lesley@nwmmb.org Phone: (503) 469-0955 List of Quotes Logo Library Photo Library World Breastfeeding Week Media Kit Breastmilk gives a child the best start in life! Learn About Milk Banking

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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 Drop Locations Milk Banking | Milk Drop Locations | Milk Distribution Sites | Expression of Care | Evie's Fund | Abi's Fund 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 . Are you an existing Milk Drop in need of supplies? Order Milk Drop Supplies Search for a milk drop location near you by state or use the map below. Alaska Idaho Montana Oregon Washington Alaska Alaska Anchorage Providence Alaska M edical Center, Labor & Delivery Greeter Desk 3200 Providence Dr. Anchorage, AK 99508 (907) 212-5886 Everyday, 9 am to 3 pm DONORS PLEASE CALL THE GREETER DESK WITH ANY QUESTIONS Idaho Idaho Boise Treasure Valley Midwives 207 W Washington St. Boise, ID 83702 (208) 343-2079 Monday - Thursday, 9 am to 5 pm PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Montana Montana Anaconda Community Hospital of Anaconda 401 W. Pennsylvania Ave. Anaconda, MT 59711 (406)-563-8616 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE A DROP-OFF Helena St. Peter's Health Infant Nutrition Program 2475 E Broadway St. Helena, MT 59601 (406)-444-2211 PLEASE CALL TO SCHEDULE A DROP-OFF Missoula Community Medical Center 2827 Fort Missoula Rd Missoula, MT 59804 (406) 327-4219 PLEASE CALL TO SCHEDULE A DROP-OFF Whitefish The Birth Center at Logan Health - Whitefish 1600 Hospital Way Whitefish, MT 59937 406-863-3535 Please limit donation size to 200oz please! Monday- Sunday, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm Use intercom at South Entrance Desk to notify staff of your arrival. Oregon Oregon Astoria Columbia Memorial Hospital 2111 Exchange St. Astoria, OR 97103 (503) 338-7581 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Bend Nourish Lactation 2855 NW Crossing Drive Bend, OR 97703 (541) 306-4299 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Clackamas Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center 10180 SE Sunnyside Rd. Clackamas, OR 97015 Available 7 days a week, 8 am to 10 pm. LABORY & DELIVERY ENTRANCE: Follow the signs to the back of the building. Check-in at NICU Reception. Corvall is Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Lactation Clinic 3600 NW Samaritan Dr. Corvallis, OR 97330 (541) 768-5153 Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE CURB-SIDE PICKUP Grants Pass Siskiyou Pediatric Clinic 700 SW R amsey Ave., Ste 204 Grants Pass, OR 97527 (541) 955-5683 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Happy Valley Metropolitan Pediatrics - Johnson Creek 9300 SE 91st Ave., Ste 200 Happy Valley, OR 97086 (503) 261-1171 Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Hillsboro Hillsboro Pediatric Clinic 445 E Main St. Hillsboro, OR 97123 (503) 640-2757 Monday - Tuesday, 8 am to 7 pm Wednesday, 8 am to 5 pm OHSU Health Hillsboro Medical Center 335 SE 8th Ave Hillsboro, OR 97123 (503)-681-1275 Available most days, 8 am to 6 pm PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO CONFIRM SPACE AVAILABILITY Milk Drop is located on the 2nd floor of the hospital in the Women's & Children's Center. Hood River Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital, Lactation Services 810 12th St. Hood River, OR 97031 (541) 387-6344 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Klamath Falls Sky Lakes Medical Center, Birth Center 2865 Daggett Ave. Klamath Falls, OR 97603 (541) 274-6620 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Mc Minn ville McMinnville WIC 310 NE Kirby St. McMinnville, OR 97128 (503) 434-6740 Monday, 8 am to 6:30 pm Tuesday, 8 am to 5 pm PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Medford Medford North Providence Medford Medical Center 1111 Crater Lake Ave. Medford, OR 97504 (541) 732-5717 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Medford South Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, Family Birth Center 2825 E Barnett Rd. Medford, OR 97504 (541) 789-5984 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Newberg Providence Newberg Medical Center, Breastfeeding Support Center 1001 Providence Dr. Newberg, OR 97132 (503) 537-1400 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Oregon City Providence Willamette Falls Mother and Baby Care Clinic 1510 Division St. Suite 80 Oregon City, OR 97045 (503) 215-6085 Drop off can be scheduled 7 days a week, 9 AM- 5 PM PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Portland (Southeast) - Adventist Medical Center 10123 SE Market St. Portland, OR 97216 (503) 251-MAMA, (503-251-6262) Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF (North) - Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Lactation Services 2801 N Gantenbein Ave. Portland, OR 97229 (503) 413-2800 Monday - Friday PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF (Northwest) - Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, Lactation Services 1015 NW 22nd Ave. Portland, OR 97210 (503) 413-7484 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF (Southwest) - OHSU Family Medicine at Gabriel Park 4411 SW Vermont St. Portland, Oregon 97219 (503) 494-9992 Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 8 pm Saturdays, 9 am to 1 pm Roseburg Aviva Health — Women's Reproductive Health Clinic 2460 NW Stewart Parkway, Suite 240 Roseburg, OR 97470 (541) 672-9596 Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Salem Salem Health Family Birth Center 939 Oak St. SE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 814-4539 Monday - Sunday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Lancaster WIC at Lancaster Family Health Center 255 Lancaster Dr. NE Salem, OR 97301 (503) 576-8360 Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Springfield This location is now open and ready to accept milk donations!! PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend 3333 Riverbend Dr. Springfield, OR 97447 (541) 222-MILK, (541-222-6455) PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Curbside drop-off is available Tigard Northwest Mothers Milk Bank 15875 SW 74th Ave Tigard, OR 97224 503-469-0955 Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am to 4 pm Friday, 9 am to 2:30 pm CURBSIDE DROP-OFF IS AVAILABLE Washington Washington Bellevue Overlake Hospital Medical Center Parent & Baby Care Center 1800 116th Ave NE, Suite 201 Bellevue, WA 98004 (425) 688-5389 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO CHECK SPACE AVAILABILITY Everett Providence Regional Medical Center Everett Lactation Clinic / Mothers Milk Depot 916 Pacific Ave Main Floor Everett, WA 98201 (425) 303-6545 Please Note Updated Phone Number !! Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Issaquah Swedish Issaquah Medical Center- Swedish Midwifery Tamara Wescott Memorial Milk Drop 751 NE Blakely Drive Suite 2030 Issaquah, WA 98029 (425) 313-4141, option 1 Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Kirkland Evergreen Health Post Partum Care Center 12333 NW 130th Lane Suite Tan 440 Kirkland, WA 98034 (425) 899-3603 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Mount Vernon Skagit Valley Hospital 300 Hospital Pkwy Mount Vernon, WA. 98274 (360) 424-4111 (main hospital #) Milk Donation Drop-off on Tuesdays, 2:00 pm- 4:00 pm 3rd Floor, Birth Center Olympia Providence St. Peter Hospital 413 Lily Rd. NE Olympia, WA 98506 (360) 493-5270 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Poulsbo Nurturing Expressions 19410 8th Ave NE Suite 103 Poulsbo, WA 98370 (360) 930-0218, option 7 Monday - Friday, 10 am to 5 pm Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm Pullman Birthplace at Pullman Regional Hospital 835 SE Bishop Blvd Pullman, WA 99163 (509) 336-7401 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Seattle Swedish Medical Center / First Hill Campus Lytle Center for Pregnancy and Newborns 747 Broadway Seattle, WA 98122 (206) 215-9853, option 4 Monday - Friday, 9 am to 5 pm (Closed from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm) PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO CONFIRM SPACE AVAILABILITY Nurturing Expressions - West Seattle 4727 44th Ave. SW, Ste 101 Seattle, WA 98116 (206) 763-2733, option 4 Monday - Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO CONFIRM SPACE AVAILABILITY Silverdale St. Michael Medical Center 1800 NW Myhre Rd. Silverdale, WA 98383 (360) 900-6987 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Spokane Unify Community Health-Mission Ave 120 W Mission Ave Spokane, WA 99201 Monday, Wednesday and Thursday (509)-795-9692 PLEASE SEND TEXT TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Deaconess Medical Center- NICU 800 W 5th Ave Spokane, WA 99204 Drop-off in NICU, Enter through Family Birth Center Entrance Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm (509)-603-7277 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO ARRANGE DROP-OFF T acoma Mary Bridge Children's Hospital / Tacoma General Hospital 317 Martin Luther King Jr Way Tacoma, WA 98405 (253)-403-5525 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Curbside Drop-off is available St. Joseph Medical Center, St. Joseph Medical Pavilion 1802 S Yakima Ave., Ste 201 Tacoma, WA 98405 (253) 382-8580, option 0 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Tukwila Nurturing Expressions 14900 Interurban Ave S Suite # 201 Tukwila, WA 98168 (206) 763-2733 Monday - Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO CHECK SPACE AVAILABILITY Vancouver Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center, Lactation Services 2211 NE 139th St. Suite 255 Vancouver, WA 98686 (360) 487-4050 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF The Little Gym 3000 SE 164th Ave Unit 111 Vancouver, WA 98683 (360) 828-8492 Monday - Friday, 9:00 am- 7:00 pm. Fri., Sat. & Sun 9:00 am- 1:00 pm. Curbside Pick-up available...call phone number listed above upon arrival Walla Walla Providence St. Mary Medical Center, Family Birth Center 401 W Poplar St. Walla Walla, WA 99362 (509) 897-2380 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Wenatchee Confluence Health- Central Campus 1201 S Miller St. Wenatchee, WA 98801 (509) 433-3331 PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Yakima Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic - WIC 2205 W Lincoln Ave. Yakima, WA 98902 (509) 249-8530 Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm (Closed 12 pm to 1 pm daily) PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO SCHEDULE DROP-OFF Hospitals and clinics can expand their partnership with NWMMB by hosting a Milk Drop. Host A Milk Drop

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A list of quotes from our Executive Director and other milk bank members. Quotes “At Northwest Mothers Milk Bank, our volunteers, in partnership with our dedicated and tireless staff, continue to make sure that safe donor milk is available and ready to reach neonatal intensive care units, pediatric units, hospital birth centers, and outpatient families without any delays or disruption in service.” — Lesley Mondeaux, Executive Director “Our organization envisions a world where all babies, particularly the most vulnerable, have access to human milk. Now more than ever, improving the health and survival of infants is of utmost importance.” — Lesley Mondeaux, Executive Director “Northwest Mothers Milk Bank is a milk bank for the community. A place where families can access life-saving human milk for their fragile infant, as well as be supported through their own breastfeeding and parenting journey.” — Joanne Ransom, Clinical Outreach Coordinator “For all infants, especially premature infants, mother’s own milk is always the first choice for feeding, but when mother’s milk is unavailable pasteurized donor human milk is the next best option. Without the generosity of the milk donors in the Pacific Northwest, offering donor milk to outpatients would not be possible.“ — Dr. Stefanie Rogers, Medical Director Back to Media Resources

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The Expression of Care program is designed to eliminate barriers for women in the state of Oregon who choose to provide breastmilk for their infant despite incarceration and separation. Expression of Care Milk Banking | Milk Drop Locations | Milk Distribution Sites | Expression of Care | Evie's Fund | Abi's Fund The Expression of Care program is designed to eliminate barriers for women in the state of Oregon who choose to provide breastmilk for their infant despite incarceration and separation. The program is an extension of our mission to increase access to human milk and improve the health of an underserved population. Expression of Care is a program based on the collaborative work between Northwest Mothers Milk Bank (NWMMB), Coffee Creek Correctional Institution (CCCI) and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHS). The program is designed to reduce breastfeeding barriers by providing lactation support, supplying milk collection bags, and offering a reliable milk delivery/shipping service for women who participate in the CCCI Breastfeeding Program. The program also supplies infant caregivers with educational resources about infant feeding and the importance of breastmilk feedings. In 2019, NWMMB received an Immediate Impact grant from the Women’s Foundation of Oregon to implement the program. Financial donations and unopened boxes of milk collection bags are accepted to provide continued support for this essential program. Click here to learn more about the program's history. Donate Today Useful Links Family Preservation Project-YWCA of Greater Portland Bill of Rights for Children of Incarcerated Parents -ORS 423.160 Like A Shield - A film by Brian Lindstrom

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

The Jay and Diane Zidell Community Room at Northwest Mothers Milk Bank is a place for cultural, educational, and social gatherings including meetings, support groups, retreats, and classes. Community Room Events | Community Room | Baby Café | Tour The Milk Bank | Meet Millie | Resources | Shop The Jay and Diane Zidell Community Room at Northwest Mothers Milk Bank is a place for cultural, educational and social gatherings, including meetings, support groups, retreats and classes. The room serves to benefit the community and any proceeds are funneled back into running our nonprofit milk bank. A very generous donation from Jay and Diane Zidell Charitable Foundation allowed us to furnish the room and make it a wonderful community space. The room is 21x26.5 feet. There are 10 tables, 36 chairs (plus couch seating), and it includes access to a whiteboard and projector/screen/sound system. The maximum capacity for the room is 36 people. Guests are responsible for room set up and clean up, including removal of all trash. You may bring your own food and drink (though alcohol is not permitted). You will also have access to our Staff Kitchen and two gender neutral bathrooms. The Jay and Diane Zidell Community Room is located at our facility in Tigard: 15875 SW 74th Ave., Tigard, OR 97224 Want to Use Our Community Room? Read the Community Room Usage Agreement Fill out a Room Request Form We will reach out to confirm the booking and take payment. The rate for regular use of the room is $65/hour. For nonprofits the rate is $35/hour, but we encourage you to reach out directly if cost is an issue. You can request a one-time reservation or a recurring reservation (e.g. weekly, monthly). There is a one-hour minimum rental. The time you book should include set up and break down. Payment is required at the time of booking. For any additional questions, please contact our Community Outreach Manager at abigai l@nwmmb.org . Check out the most recent adventures of Millie the Milk Drop! Follow Millie the Milk Drop

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