It’s a well-known fact that breastfeeding is best for
babies. The World Health Organization states
why it is so on their website, and also emphasizes that breastfeeding benefits
the mothers who choose to breastfeed their babies.
The reality is, though, that some mothers might not be
able to breastfeed their children immediately after birth for legitimate medical
reasons. There are also babies whose mothers may have passed away yet still
need to be nourished with breastmilk.
In cases like these, milk
donations or milksharing are usually the solution. It should be noted,
though, that donor milk should be screened as much as possible, to ensure that
it is safe and clean for the babies who will receive it.
If you’re a breastfeeding mom, or a mom who believes
in the importance of breastfeeding, you will probably also consider milksharing
or donating one’s breastmilk to be a noble endeavor. Here in the Philippines,
human milk banks are actually always in need of breastmilk donations, so it is
good to be aware of efforts to collect human milk – like the upcoming “Mommy
Milkshare” event organized by The Parenting Emporium and Honeysuckle
Philippines (which is actually on its second run; the
first run was held in September last year.)
Scheduled for August 13, 2016 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at
The Parenting Emporium (No. 29, 1st Street, New Manila, QC),
breastfeeding mothers are invited to donate their excess breastmilk for the
benefit of Fabella Human Milk Bank. Donors can choose to bring frozen
breastmilk (must be expressed between June to August 2016) or express milk
onsite.
In gratitude to the generous milk donors, VPharma’s
Mega Malunggay, Mommy Treats, and Honeysuckle – brands that support milksharing
– will be giving discounts on select items. Mommy Milkshare participants will
also receive loot bags as a “bonus” for their kindness, which is why they are
also asked to register for the event via 0917-8110821.
So, if you are a breastfeeding mom who wants to share
her “milky blessings,” head on over to The Parenting Emporium this Saturday! Your
efforts and kindness will help many babies who are supported by Fabella Human
Milk Bank.
Note: If you
want to donate breastmilk but can’t come to Mommy Milkshare, you may contact
Nurse Katrina of The Parenting Emporium at 7253723 or 7386272, and ask how to
donate to the TPE Milksharing Hub.
If you want more info about the benefits of breastfeeding, you may check out the 111 Benefits of Breastfeeding article in this link.