Can I donate breast milk?

Can I donate breast milk?

Before you start, please note that some prescription, over-the-counter medicines and supplements can impact your eligibility.

Please call us on 1300 459 040 to discuss your options.

At this time, Lifeblood cannot accept donations that:

  • are collected via the 'drip/letdown' method
  • are mixed in a jug or pitcher and left in the fridge
  • are collected over two or more days, then mixed and stored in the same bag/container
  • are stored in used food containers (water bottles, glass jars) or zip lock bags
  • are not marked with the date you expressed your milk
  • are older than 10 weeks from the date of expression
  • have been collected after applying moisturisers or ointments to the breast or nipple area

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