Mothers' Milk Bank of the Western Great Lakes

09/11/2026

Come see us!

09/11/2026

Come see Liz TODAY at our MILK DRIVE with Coordinated Youth & Human Services in Granite City, Illinois from 10am-2pm! She will be taking donations from new and current donors! Find out more on donating at milkbankwgl.org/donate-milk/

09/09/2026

💛🧡🩷We were grateful to connect with Magda Herron in Congresswoman Delia Ramirez's Chicago office this week.
Chief of Staff Ronna Beckmann and Katera Goldman, our Community Engagement Specialist, discussed opportunities for continued collaboration in support of infant health and well-being across Illinois.

Partnerships like these strengthen our shared commitment to ensuring every family has access to the resources they need. We appreciate the Congresswoman's office for their time and continued support of this important work.

Delia Ramirez

09/09/2026

¡Del 8 al 14 de septiembre es la Semana de la Lactancia Latina! (English below.)

Esta semana reconoce y celebra a las familias Latinas y la importancia de contar con apoyo culturalmente sensible durante todo el proceso de la lactancia.

A través de WIC, las personas que amamantan pueden acceder a alimentos nutritivos, asesoría sobre la lactancia, apoyo de otras personas, especialistas en lactancia y otros recursos que pueden ayudarles a alcanzar sus metas de alimentación.

¿Necesitas apoyo? WIC está aquí para ayudarte. Obtén más información y conéctate con los servicios de WIC en www.signupwic.com

🤱🏽 September 8–14 is Semana de la Lactancia Latina (Latina Breastfeeding Week)!

This week recognizes and celebrates Latina families and the importance of culturally responsive support throughout their breastfeeding journeys.

Through WIC, breastfeeding parents can access nutritious foods, breastfeeding counseling, peer support, lactation experts and other resources to help them meet their feeding goals. 💗

Need support? WIC is here to help. Learn more and connect with WIC services at www.signupwic.com.

09/08/2026

🌺 ¡Semana de la Lactancia Latina está aquí! 8–14 de septiembre 🌺

Este año celebramos el tema Raíces de Amor: Lactancia con Orgullo y Poder 💚

Cada gota de leche materna es un hilo que conecta generaciones — de nuestras abuelas, a nuestras madres, a nosotras. Es tradición, resistencia y amor puro. 🌿

Honremos nuestras raíces. Celebremos nuestro poder. Apoyemos a cada mamá en su viaje de lactancia. 🤱🏽✨

🌺 Latinx Breastfeeding Week is here! September 8–14 🌺

This year's theme is Roots of Love: Breastfeeding with Pride and Power 💚🤍❤️

Every drop of breastmilk is a thread connecting generations — from our grandmothers, to our mothers, to us. It's tradition, resilience, and pure love. 🌿

Let's honor our roots. Let's celebrate our power. Let's support every mama on her breastfeeding journey. 🤱🏽✨

09/08/2026

📣 Current or new donors please join us at our Donor Milk Drive!

Are you a breastfeeding parent with extra frozen milk in the freezer? Your surplus could be a lifeline for a fragile baby in the NICU. 💜

Come see us in partnership with Coordinated Youth & Human Services and sign up to become a donor with the Mothers' Milk Bank of the Western Great Lakes!

📍 Coordinated Youth & Human Services — 2016 Madison Ave, Granite City, IL
🗓️ Friday, September 11, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

New and existing donors are encouraged to bring frozen breastmilk to this one-of-a-kind event. No pre-registration required, just stop by! IF you are a new donor and want to fill out the donor interest form beforehand, it will save you a few minutes at the event!

Milkbankwgl.org/donate-milk/ for more information

Every ounce counts.✨

09/08/2026

Scholarship available for Deaf parents, doulas, healthcare professionals, breastfeeding support group leaders, counselors, and peer supporters!

Still thinking about becoming a breastfeeding professional? This opportunity is for you! I 💕

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Breastfeeding Collective is offering a scholarship to support Deaf parents, doulas, healthcare professionals, breastfeeding support group leaders, counselors, and peer supporters.

📝Application deadline is September 12th, 2026

09/04/2026

#🌸 It Takes a Village: Community Baby Shower & Resource Fair is back for its 6th year! 🌸

Join us Saturday, September 12, 2026 | 10AM–2PM at the WI Black Historical Society Museum (2620 W Center Street, Milwaukee, WI) for a FREE event open to all expecting families and caregivers! 💕

✨ Meet princesses, enjoy live chef demos, belly painting, chair massages, raffles & giveaways, and so much more
🎤 Live performance by Skai Academy of the Performing Arts
👜 Diaper bag giveaway for the first 200 registrations!

Our Community Engagement Specialist, Katera, will be there! Come say hi and connect with community vendors and resources! 🤝

📍 Register now (link in bio / QR code on flyer)
📧 [email protected]
🌐 birthworkersunited.org

Come for the resources. Stay for the village. 💚

09/04/2026

💜 Save the Date: October 1, 2026 💜

The Alana Love and Loss Lecture: Transforming Perinatal Loss Bereavement Support. Together.

Join us for a powerful afternoon bringing together bereaved families, healthcare professionals, researchers, and community partners to share stories of love and loss and to help bridge the gap between family experience and clinical care.

🎤 Keynote: Dr. Rana Limbo, PhD, RN, CPLC, FAAN: international leader in perinatal bereavement care
🦋 Panel featuring Alana's mom, Dr. Kim Whitmore, along with family representatives and clinical voices

📍 Jeff Levy Education Center, 2180 W Beltline Hwy, Madison, WI
🕒 3:00–6:00 p.m.
🩺 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ available for physicians

Established in loving memory of Alana Rose Whitmore, and made possible through the generosity of the Whitmore Family and the Alana Rose Foundation.

09/02/2026

Holiday Shipping Notice: Labor Day Weekend

Planning to order donor milk? Get your orders in by Thursday, 9/3 at 1:30 PM for next-day delivery so you're covered through the holiday!

🚫 We'll be closed Monday, 9/7 for Labor Day!
📦No shipping or courier service that day.
✅ Normal ordering & shipping resumes Tuesday, 9/8.

Questions or need to arrange an urgent delivery?
Call us at 📞 847-262-5134 or email [email protected].

Thank you for helping us keep every baby fed! 💙