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Is donor milk safe?
The safety of each ounce of milk we dispense is always our top priority. Our commitment to the highest quality and safety of pasteurized donor human milk (PDHM) is demonstrated by our evidence-based standards for pasteurization and processing.
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We employ the Holder pasteurization technique, which research indicates preserves a higher concentration of the protective immune factors found in human milk that are essential for infants.
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Our microbiological sampling protocol involves randomly selecting a sample from each batch (after pasteurization), which is then sent to an independent, accredited third-party lab for bacteriological culture analysis prior to distribution.
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We conduct nutritional analysis utilizing the Miris Analyzer which allows us to provide accurate nutritional content of each bottle of PDHM dispensed.
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We are regulated and inspected as food manufacturers by the FDA and comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).
Who can request pasteurized donor human milk?
Mothers' Milk Bank of Tennessee is proud to serve hospitals caring for medically fragile infants and families at home with medically fragile infants or infants that need to supplement with donor milk until mom's lactation is established. Infants with the greatest medical need for donor milk are always given priority. ​​​Safe pasteurized donor human milk (PDHM) has been shown to decrease the incidence of life-threatening newborn infections. In fact, recent studies proved the use of only human milk to feed preterm and low birth weight infants reduced mortality by 75%.