Mountain West Mothers' Milk Bank

Necrotizing Enterocolitis Colitis (NEC) is a devastating disease of premature babies. Also called intestinal gangrene, treatment often results in a colostomy and other long-term complications. NEC can be prevented by feeding preemies human milk. If mother's own milk is unavailable, pasteurized donor human milk is the next best thing.

Today, we honor the brave and resilient mothers who carry the weight of grief in their hearts. We honor the journey of bereaved mothers, holding space for the precious memories of their little ones who are deeply missed.

To our bereaved donors, words cannot express how grateful we are for your selfless generosity. It is a privilege to be part of your journey.

HMBANA is proud to announce that its 33 member milk banks have collectively dispensed nearly 10 million ounces of life-saving donor human milk to hospitals across North America in 2023. These ounces represent not just a statistic, but countless moments of hope, resilience, and healing for babies and families facing the most challenging circumstances.

We hope this inspires more individuals to become milk donors and make a difference in their community. To find out how, please visit: https://www.hmbana.org/how-to-help/donate-milk.html

Mountain West Mothers' Milk Bank is thrilled to be a member of Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA) the the incredible efforts of nonprofit milk banks in nourishing babies and helping them go home from the NICU faster, healthier and stronger!

HMBANA is proud to announce that its 33 member milk banks have collectively dispensed nearly 10 million ounces of life-saving donor human milk to hospitals across North America in 2023. These ounces represent not just a statistic, but countless moments of hope, resilience, and healing for babies and families facing the most challenging circumstances.

We hope this inspires more individuals to become milk donors and make a difference in their community. To find out how, please visit: https://www.hmbana.org/how-to-help/donate-milk.html

You could have something in common with a world renowned athlete.

Serena Williams wins the internet by donating 'super soldier' breastmilk: 'It felt amazing' The tennis wizard had some extra breastmilk left in her freezer so she decided to donate it to those who need it.

We had the amazing opportunity to attend the HMBANA Symposium in Columbus, Ohio last week. We learned so much!

Thank you to all of our 2023 Symposium attendees! It was wonderful to be together again in person… finally!

Congrats to Fillmore Community Hospital for receiving a
Five-Star Breastfeeding Friendly rating from Utah Department of Health!

A big shout out to our team at Fillmore Community Hospital in Fillmore, UT for receiving a Five-Star Breastfeeding Friendly Rating from Utah Department of Health!

The state recognizes Utah hospitals that have taken steps to promote, protect, educate, and encourage breastfeeding in their facilities. Congratulations!

For every maternal death, there are 70 near misses. Black women experience near- miss events at a rate 2.1X higher than white women. Dont miss the new documentary on PBS BIRTHING JUSTICE, which focuses on Black women’s maternal health and what can reverse these numbers. Check your local listings for air times and learn more at their website: www.birthingjustice.com

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Annual meeting will be held in person

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MWMMB will be holding our Annual Meeting on March 1st at 6 PM. In person or virtual options will be available . Watch for details closer to time.

- Elizabeth Kirts, Board Chair

March 1st at 6:00 PM will be our annual meeting. All are welcome!

2997 S West Temple Suite B

MWMMB will be holding our Annual Meeting on March 1st at 6 PM. In person or virtual options will be available . Watch for details closer to time.

- Elizabeth Kirts, Board Chair

MWMMB will be holding our Annual Meeting on March 1st at 6 PM. In person or virtual options will be available . Watch for details closer to time.

- Elizabeth Kirts, Board Chair

What It Really Takes to Breastfeed a Baby Spend a day in the life of four mothers feeding, pumping and supplementing their milk with formula.

Spanish Speaking Registered Nurse Job in Salt Lake City, UT at Mountain West Mothers' Milk Bank Easy 1-Click Apply (MOUNTAIN WEST MOTHERS' MILK BANK) Spanish Speaking Registered Nurse job in Salt Lake City, UT. View job description, responsibilities and qualifications. See if you qualify!

Are you CARVING out enough time to make sure your car seats are installed and used properly? During the holiday hustle and bustle, remember to SLOW DOWN and look around to make sure that everyone is properly restrained in your vehicle.

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This Giving Tuesday, we hope you will join us in supporting the . The initiative’s goal is to reach 500,000 ounces of donor milk in 2022 to help replenish milk banks. Thanks to amazing women, 350,000 ounces of life changing breast milk have already been donated! Every ounce of milk makes a profound impact.

MWMMB (a non-profit 501(c)(3) Equal Opportunity Employer), is looking for a full time Donor Screener to join our in-house team. The Donor Screener is not only responsible for the recruitment, intake, and initial screening of potential human milk donors from across the regions. But this team member will also participate in medication review, lab review, and approval of Donors in accordance with HMBANA Standards.

Essential Functions:
• Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates compliance with all MWMMB and HMBANA policies and procedures related to Donor Screening
• Competently and compassionately performs all of the Donor Screening and Coordination duties including, but not limited to:
o Conducting and evaluating pre-screening forms of potential donors
o Verbally interviewing potential donors per guidelines
o Completing all donor records and associated documentation accurately and within defined time frames
o Communicate regularly with donor candidates during the screening process, and then monthly during active donor status, while keeping the donor tracking record up to date.

A successful candidate will be energetic, work well with team members from all departments in the Milk Bank, and provide meticulous attention to detail. Experience in Women's Health, Neonatal, or Pediatric health care, lactation, and breastfeeding will provide an advantage to the incumbent learning this new role, but is not required.

MWMMB (a non-profit 501(c)(3) Equal Opportunity Employer) is looking for a part time (20-24 hours per week) lab technician to work 9:30 AM to 6 PM in our donor human milk pasteurization lab.

This position works out of our South Salt Lake location to provide pasteurization and distribution of donor human milk to local and regional hospitals and families.
Experience with food handling is very helpful.

Mountain West Mothers' Milk Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We practice equity in the workplace unhampered by prejudices, preferences, or artificial barriers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Act as primary technician for safe processing, pasteurization, and bottling of human milk
• Coordinates and/or completes cleaning and disinfection processes for lab, supplies and equipment as indicated by regulatory protocols.
• Completes and documents quality checks on all lab equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations and food safety guidelines
• Monitors and records all key process indicators for all phases of milk processing
• Other duties as assigned

A successful candidate will demonstrate a positive and enthusiastic attitude, ability to work closely with team members, and great attention to detail.

Food handlers permit or obtain within 1 week of employment is required.

We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates with a passion for helping to save the lives of tiny babies!
2995 S West Temple Ste C. South Salt Lake City, Utah · South Salt Lake City

UPDATE: New salary range!

Are you interested in providing breastfeeding support, lactation advocacy, and interacting with potential human milk donors in the community?

Mountain West Mothers’ Milk Bank (MWMMB), a 501(c)(3) non-profit, Equal Opportunity Employer located in South Salt Lake City, Utah has an immediate opening for a well-qualified Spanish-Speaking Registered Nurse for our Donor Screening team. This position may be full or part time depending on the selected applicant's needs.

Our HMBANA accredited Donor Human Milk Bank serves the community by recruiting and screening candidates who are interested in donating human milk for processing, pasteurizing, and distribution to premature and medically fragile babies across Utah and Southern Idaho.

This on-site Registered Nurse position is vital to extending services to our Spanish-speaking communities.

The RN Donor Screener is responsible for the recruitment, intake, and initial screening of potential human milk donors from across the regions. The RN will also participate in medication review, lab review, and final approval of Donors in accordance with HMBANA Standards. On the job training will be provided, as this is a unique role for an RN.