Mother's Milk Association of Wisconsin Milk Depot
Madison Birth Center has been chosen as a collection site for donated human milk. Mothers who have passed an initial screening by the Ohio Milk Bank and have a donor number may drop off their milk at the birth center. Any labs needed can be drawn during the milk donation visit. Donated milk is shipped once a month to Ohio Milk bank in Columbus, Ohio, where it is pasteurized, tested and bottled. Information about becoming a milk donor is available at Madison Birth Center or through the Mother's Milk Association of Wisconsin.

Human Donor Milk
There are occasions when a baby may need "supplemental" food before mother's milk is plentiful. The American Academy of Pediatricians recommends human donor milk when mother's own milk is not available. Human donor milk from the Ohio Milk Bank is available at the birth center if this need arises.

A full freezer ready for the flight to Ohio!

Lactation Consultations
Private lactation consultations are available seven days a week, in your home or at the birth center, with an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant or Certified Lactation Counselor.

Great Start Breastfeeding Class
Taught by Arlinda Michael RN, IBCLC
Breastfeeding is a learned art for many mothers. In the past, breastfeeding skills were passed on by family members. Since many of our mothers and female relatives have not breastfed, women often need extra help with breastfeeding. This class focuses on getting off to a great start with comfortable latch, understanding nursing positions and infant feeding cues. The class also covers nutrition for breastfeeding, hand expression and common concerns such as infant growth spurts.

Medela Breast Pumps and Other Products
Madison Birth Center carries Medela "Pump in Style" breast pumps and accessories at competitive retail prices. These are the only electric retail pumps with Natural Expression™ technology, proven to reduce pumping time and designed for faster let-down and milk flow. They offer electric or battery power, and double or single pumping options. Available in a sporty backpack or stylish shoulder bag.