Not everyone can change little lives. But you might.

When babies are born very early, they face unique (and serious) health challenges.

We proudly support breastfeeding, but sometimes mums can't supply enough breast milk at first for their baby.

Donated breast milk can make a big difference and help babies through that critical time.

That's where you come in.

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Why should I donate?

If you live in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne or Adelaide, you may be able to help Australia's smallest and most vulnerable patients.
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How do I donate?

Here's a quick guide for how to donate breast milk with Lifeblood.
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Parents of recipients

Discover what it means to be prescribed donated breast milk for your newborn
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Donating after a loss

You can choose to donate your breast milk following a stillbirth, miscarriage or infant loss. We're here to support you through the process.

Testimonial

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"This is more than milk. It’s healing. It’s purpose. And it’s something I’m incredibly proud to be part of."
Meaghan
Breast milk donor

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Safety

We carefully screen donors, test the donated breast milk, process it, test it again, and freeze it before it can go anywhere.
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Funding

Milk is funded separately to our work with blood donation
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Research

There's a lot more to milk donation than you may expect — and we're always learning more.
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History

From the 1940s to today, donated breast milk helps babies and mums across Australia. Learn how milk banking began and where we’re heading.

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