Milk Sharing

Milk sharing is when mothers voluntarily exchange or donate breast milk directly to others or through organized networks, often to help infants in need, such as premature babies or those whose mothers cannot produce enough milk. This practice bypasses formal milk banking, allowing for a more immediate or community-based approach. While it can provide benefits, it also carries potential risks like disease transmission or contamination if proper screening and handling aren’t followed. Overall, milk sharing is a way for mothers to support each other in nurturing infants through human milk.