Minnesota Milk Bank for Babies

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️

Today, we’re feeling extra lucky—and it’s all thanks to our incredible milk donors. Your generosity brings comfort, nourishment, and hope to babies and families when they need it most.

Because of you, tiny lives are getting the strongest start possible. That’s something truly worth celebrating 💚

If you’ve ever thought about donating, consider this your lucky sign—join our amazing community of donors and make a difference!

https://www.mnmilkbank.org/donate-milk/

03/16/2026

03/13/2026

✨ Happy Friday, wonderful milk donors! ✨

Demand for donor milk is rising, and we could use your help! If you’re in the mood for a little freezer spring cleaning (even if it definitely doesn’t feel like spring yet ❄️), we would love to receive your stored milk.

📍 Check out our milk drop-off depots here:
https://www.mnmilkbank.org/donate-milk/depots/

🍼 Good news: We’ve expanded our donation window! We can now accept milk up to 8 months from when it was pumped.

💛 Your liquid gold saves lives, and we are so grateful for this amazing community.

03/11/2026

DID YOU KNOW?

Secretory IgA (SIgA) is one of the most powerful proteins in human milk. It protects infants from infections, helps good gut bacteria thrive, and teaches the immune system how to respond — setting the stage for long-term health. SIgA is high in early milk and is preserved and active in donor milk, giving babies a vital head start.

Thank you milk donors, for providing this powerful protection in every drop. ❤

https://www.mnmilkbank.org/donate-milk/

03/10/2026

🏃‍♀️ Run for tiny lives this fall!

Join the Minnesota Milk Bank for Babies Charity Team at Twin Cities Marathon Weekend! We still have spots available for both the Marathon and the 10 Mile races.

Our team goal for 2026 is to raise $20,000 for our Community Care Fund, which helps us provide lifesaving donor human milk to families whose babies need it most. Every mile you run helps nourish a baby. 💛

Whether you're chasing a PR or just want to run for a meaningful cause, we'd love to have you on the team.

👉 Learn more and claim your spot:
https://www.mnmilkbank.org/join-teammmbb-2026/

03/08/2026

We had a wonderful time in St. Cloud connecting with families at the First Steps Baby Expo! 💛

The Minnesota Milk Bank for Babies was proud to share a table with the St. Cloud Baby Café, talking with parents about breastfeeding support and how donor milk helps fragile babies thrive.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to ask questions, share your stories, and learn more about how our community supports babies and families.

Together, we’re making sure every baby has the healthiest possible start. 🍼

03/05/2026

We are honored to kick-off Women's History Month in celebration of the many women who tirelessly worked to make the Minnesota Milk Bank for Babies a reality! Your dedication, passion and vision has helped medically vulnerable babies and their families access lifesaving donor milk!

❤️🙏

03/05/2026

03/04/2026

Happy IBCLC Day! Today we celebrate the incredible International Board Certified Lactation Consultants who support families, guide parents, and help babies thrive. Your expertise and care make lifesaving milk donations possible.

We are grateful for you!

https://www.mnmilkbank.org/

03/03/2026

March is National Nutrition Month! ✨

Every ounce of pasteurized donor human milk (PDHM) helps reduce life-threatening intestinal complications, improve feeding outcomes, and support growth for preemies and medically vulnerable babies. When mothers’ milk isn’t available, PDHM gives NICU babies the best possible start.

💙 Consider becoming a milk donor today.

Learn more at HMBANA.org.

02/27/2026

🌟 We’re here at the Optimal Outcomes: Perinatal, Reproductive & Sexual Health Conference today! 🌟

Come visit us at the exhibit hall at the Optimal Outcomes Conference — an interdisciplinary gathering focused on improving perinatal, reproductive, and sexual health outcomes with professionals from across Minnesota.

🧡 Our team from Minnesota Milk Bank for Babies is tabling today at the Minneapolis Marriott West—ready to connect, share our mission, and talk about how donor human milk supports medically fragile infants when a mom’s milk isn’t available.

🤝 Whether you’re a midwife, nurse, doula, provider, student, or community ally, we’d love to see you—come say hello and learn more about how we help ensure babies get the best start in life. 💛