Uttar Pradesh’s first ‘Mother’s Milk Bank’ opens in Agra

The facility is designed to collect, screen, pasteurize, and distribute human milk to mothers who are unable to lactate, offering essential nourishment to their infants and enhancing immunity. Health officials urged lactating mothers to consider donating breast milk to the bank, emphasizing its role in supporting children deprived of their mother's milk. The initiative aims to promote healthy growth and safeguard infants from infections. Mothers can contribute surplus breast milk, which undergoes screening to ensure safety before distribution. The Mother's Milk Bank is a crucial addition to the healthcare system, facilitating the well-being of babies and families.