The Milk Express

Breastfeeding can be such a rewarding experience, but also an overwhelming and isolating one at times. If you're looking for ways to support the breastfeeding mom or parent in your life, read on for 13 ways you can be of help.

I  had the honor and pleasure of interviewing with Authority Magazine from Medium about my views on how businesses can better support the mental well-being of employees, specifically moms!  I have a great passion in this space and hope to see more done for women in this space.

Maternity leave is important for supporting the health and well-being of new mothers and their families. Overall, the United States lags behind many other developed countries in terms of maternity leave policies, but by how much?Read on to see how the US stacks up against other countries and their maternity leave policies.

We are so appreciative of Mommy in Los Angeles for featuring our story in February/March's issue. 

With increased awareness of the benefits of breast milk, and a recent formula shortage, more parents have started to look into breast milk donations as a way to feed their little ones. Learn the 3 easy steps about how mamas with surplus can donate and how others can receive that precious liquid gold for our tiniest members of society.

According to the CDC's Breastfeeding Report Card, published in 2020, 84% of moms breastfeed their children on average, yet only 76% of black women nurse their little ones. What are the challenges? And what can we do to overcome these challenges?

 If Mila's Keeper, as a company, strives to make a positive impact on breastfeeding in the U.S, it cannot be done without addressing the many disparities and inequities that African-Americans face...

Can you mix warm breast milk with cold? This is what often happens when you store milk via the "Pitcher Method." What does the AAP and CDC say regarding this? Is this the right storage method for you?  Read on as we break down the pros and cons of the pitcher method.

Drinking enough water daily is important to maintain healthy bodily function for everyone. What about when your breast milk is supposed to be keeping your baby hydrated? Should you increase your water intake and if so, by how much?