Mommy’s Milk: Human Milk Research Biorepository

08/13/2025

Curious about how workplace exposures can impact breastfeeding? Learn more on the CDC’s website: https://bit.ly/4lneSVX

Most mothers who work around chemicals can safely breastfeed their infants.

08/13/2025

A team of researchers and engineers at Northwestern University created a wearable, noninvasive device that can measure how much breastmilk baby is drinking while breastfeeding – in real time! The device is in its testing phase but shows promise for parents and clinicians who need to monitor baby’s nutritional intake. Read about it here: https://bit.ly/4mywYFg

See how a new noninvasive wearable tracks how much milk baby is getting in real time—easing stress for parents and offering vital support for NICU babies or those struggling to gain weight.

08/11/2025

Stephanie Case is a viral sensation – at a recent 100K race in the U.K., she sat down 3 times along the race route to breastfeed her six-month old daughter - and she then placed first in the race among female competitors!

Read her story and celebrate with her here: https://n.pr/4oyOAmy

Looking for info about exercise during pregnant and while breastfeeding? Learn more from our Fact Sheet: https://bit.ly/2yGvYZz

The extreme sport of ultrarunning is known for seemingly impossible feats. But Stephanie Case's recent performance — six months after giving birth — is making waves far beyond the running community.

07/14/2025

Human milk holds the keys to infant health and development. At Mommy’s Milk, we’re organizing those keys into a resource that researchers across the globe can use to unlock breakthroughs in pediatric care.

Watch this short video to meet our director, Dr. Christina Chambers, and see how YOU moms, scientists, and supporters can help build a healthier future.

🌐 Learn more or donate milk → mommysmilkresearch.org

02/25/2025

📢 Join Us for a Mommy's Milk Meet and Greet & Facilities Tour! 🤱🔬

Ever wondered how human milk research is conducted? Now’s your chance! Mommy’s Milk at UC San Diego is hosting a Milk Lab Tour on March 3, 2025, from 8:30 – 10:30 AM.

✨ What to Expect:
✅ Meet Dr. Christina Chambers, Research Manager Kerri Bertrand, and the Mommy’s Milk team
✅ Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Milk Lab
✅ Learn how donated milk samples contribute to groundbreaking research
✅ Enjoy light refreshments & validated parking

📍 Location: Mommy’s Milk, 7910 Frost Street, Suite 370, San Diego, CA

🔗 RSVP before March 1st by scanning the QR code or visiting https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mommys-milk-meet-and-greet-facilities-tour-tickets-1242990270359.

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02/13/2025

Local to the San Diego area? Join us at UCSD's Garren Auditorium for a symposium with Dr. Nigel Rollins!

Rollins, the former Medical Director for the World Health Organization (WHO), will be offering insights on today's critical public health topics.

Don't miss out! Register today at https://bit.ly/4gHEmLc

02/12/2025

📢 Join Us for a Mommy's Milk Meet and Greet & Facilities Tour! 🤱🔬

Ever wondered how human milk research is conducted? Now’s your chance! Mommy’s Milk at UC San Diego is hosting a Milk Lab Tour on March 3, 2025, from 8:30 – 10:30 AM.

✨ What to Expect:
✅ Meet Dr. Christina Chambers, Research Manager Kerri Bertrand, and the Mommy’s Milk team
✅ Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Milk Lab
✅ Learn how donated milk samples contribute to groundbreaking research
✅ Enjoy light refreshments & validated parking

📍 Location: Mommy’s Milk, 7910 Frost Street, Suite 370, San Diego, CA

🔗 RSVP now by scanning the QR code or visiting mommysmilkresearch.org

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01/28/2025

Yesterday was World Breast Pumping Day! Cheers to all the pumping mamas this week. Your commitment to feeding your baby breast milk even when you aren’t able to breast feed directly is changing your baby’s world, one pump at a time.

01/21/2025

Julia Cormano, MD, FACOG, speaks with Mommy’s Milk steering committee member Lars Bode, PhD, about the significance of human milk, highlighting its diverse benefits for infants and mothers. https://bit.ly/4aiRpkE

Julia Cormano, M.D., F.A.C.O.G, speaks with Lars Bode, Ph.D., about the significance of human milk, highlighting its diverse benefits for infants and mothers. They explore its unique properties and practical implications for healthcare and society on a global scale.

12/31/2024

December is ! If you are breastfeeding and currently taking for , you may qualify for our functional constipation research study! Find out more here: https://mommysmilkresearch.org/motegrity

12/30/2024

Happy holidays from Mommy's Milk!

12/02/2024

Postpartum constipation is common... and no fun at all! Read this article to learn why it may be happening and what to do about it – but to be safe, just remember to check in with your healthcare provider and MotherToBaby specialists before taking any of the medications or supplements discussed in the article. https://bit.ly/4fvK0jO

If you’re breastfeeding and are currently treating chronic constipation using the drug Motegrity, please consider signing up for our research study! https://bit.ly/3YyeImu

Doctors and lactation experts explain postpartum constipation and how to deal with constipation while breastfeeding, including safe medications and supplements.