July Newsletter

July 2023 Newsletter 

MMBTN Executive Director 
Susan Campbell, MD
 
The celebrations continue at Mothers' Milk Bank of Tennessee. As a new and growing nonprofit organization, it is so exciting to see the advancements being made. There are hundreds of people each day playing a significant role in our ability to deliver lifesaving nutrition. 
 
As we look forward to Breastfeeding Awareness Month in August, we have decided to extend the deadline to become a Founding Member of the Leadership Society. I would like to thank each and every one of you who have already demonstrated your commitment to helping the most fragile babies survive and thrive by becoming a member. 
 
If you have not already become a member of the Leadership Society, I hope you would consider doing so before the new deadline of September 1. 
 
Thank you for your support of our mission! 

The Tiniest Hands Need Your Helping Hands

We invite you to demonstrate your leadership and commitment to saving Tennessee's most fragile infants by becoming a member of Mothers' Milk Bank of Tennessee's Leadership Giving Society. 
 
 Individuals who commit to make a recurring annual gift of $100 or more by September 1 will forever be recognized as a Founding Member of the MMBTN’s Leadership Society. Gifts can be made once annually or divided among 12 months. The minimum monthly gift amount is $8.44 in order to qualify. 
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We would like to thank those who have already joined.
 
As a member of Mothers' Milk Bank of Tennessee's Leadership Society, you will receive the following recognition opportunities:
 
Name listed in MMBTN's Annual Report
Special recognition at MMBTN's Annual Meeting
Name listed in MMBTN's September E-Newsletter
Founding Members will be recognized on MMBTN's website

Join today!

Happy 1st Anniversary
 
July 29th marks the first anniversary of the Milk Drop Depot at Shults Pediatrics in Knoxville, TN. We are so grateful for their partnership. 
 
"Mothers with thousands of ounces to donate are very appreciative of being able to drop off their excess frozen milk when they are taking their baby for well-baby care," said Susan Campbell, MD.

A Special Thank You
 
We would like to thank Sarah Beth Eriksen, MD, IBCLC for presenting on the behalf of Mothers' Milk Bank of Tennessee at the Tennessee Breastfeeding Symposium in June. Her speech was on the importance of access to donor human milk for health equity. Dr. Erksen is a pediatrician and breastfeeding medicine provider in Knoxville, TN.  
 
Dr. Erksen is pictured with our board president, Pat Steimer, RN, IBCLC.

Community Events for National Breastfeeding Month 
 
Is your community hosting a National Breastfeeding Month event in August? If so, please email the event details to Amy Painter at Amy.Painter@milkbanktn.org so that we can add your event to our community calendar. 

Share Your Story
 
Your story has the power to inspire others. Are you a donor mom or did a baby in your family receive donor milk during their NICU stay? We would love for you to share your story with us. 

Share your story!

Design a Mothers' Milk Bank of Tennessee T-shirt
 
Are you a graphic designer and want to help us raise more funds for MMBTN? You can help us design a new t-shirt. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Amy Painter at Amy.Painter@milkbanktn.org. 

Thank you for your support! 

Thank you, West Town Mall in Knoxville, for hosting MMBTN's Meet and Greet on Thursday, June 29. Our team had a great time meeting and connecting with the Knoxville community. Thank you for your support. 

Upcoming Events

Babies & Bumps is Back!
 
Join MMBTN at Babies & Bumps on Sunday, July 16th from 11 AM to 4 PM at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs!
 
Babies & Bumps is a boutique, conference-style event, featuring expert-led seminars and demonstrations, shopping, complimentary activities, and giveaways galore.
 
Use promo code MILKBANK to receive 25% off ticket price.

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We are proud to host the Murfreesboro Breastfeeding Support Group the 4th Friday of each month at our facility. This is one new way we hope to support breastfeeding mothers this year.

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