Mommy’s Milk: Human Milk Research Biorepository

04/19/2026

Nobody likes to talk about these breastfeeding symptoms…but so many of us are going through them right now.

Help Mommy’s Milk make it normal to talk about our experiences.

World IBS Day, April 19, highlights that Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a serious, chronic condition for breastfeeding mothers, not just a "stomachache."

Visit our Wesbite mommysmilkresearch.org to learn more
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04/17/2026

90% of breastfeeding women take a least one medication, but there is little to no information on whether or how much of the medicine reaches her nursing baby. You can help us change that. Are you taking a medicine and nursing? Donate a sample of your breast milk to UC San Diego’s Mommy’s Milk Human Milk Research Biorepository. https://mommysmilkresearch.org/participate/

11/19/2025

The redesigned Mommy’s Milk website is here!

If you’re a researcher or health care provider, you can now easily:
• Request human milk samples
• Refer patients to participate
• Explore collaborations & publications
• Access the new Milk Data Dashboard

Plus, families can learn how to join our studies and discover how their participation can fuel research!
Explore the new site today at https://mommysmilkresearch.org.

11/17/2025

The Mommy’s Milk website has a brand-new look! 🌟
Our redesigned site makes it easier than ever to explore our studies, sign up to participate, access resources, and learn how human milk research advances science.

Check out:
• Our interactive Milk Data Dashboard
• A new Researchers Hub to request samples
• Easy referrals for health care providers
• Free, up-to-date lactation resources
• Collaborations, publications & more

Take a look around and share with anyone interested in the power of human milk and lactation research!

Take a tour at https://mommysmilkresearch.org.

11/07/2025

Lactation consultants aim to dispel myths about collecting colostrum, the first human milk that starts coming in ~4 months into pregnancy.
Read their advice here: bit.ly/3Jm6fOA

Is colostrum harvesting helpful or just hype? Learn what lactation experts say about this trending practice—and the myths that could be putting new moms at risk.

10/28/2025

MotherToBaby Pregnancy Studies & Mommy’s Milk is here at in Phoenix, AZ! Stop by Booth 665 to meet us, learn about our research, and pick up free resources.

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