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About MOM and why it is important for NICU infants

Explore a collection of evidence-based informational and training resources by topic. From the protective and developmental benefits of MOM and lactation to the safe storage of different types of expressed MOM, these learning materials are appropriate for NICU staff and distribution by NICU staff to families.

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The power of MOM for NICU infants

Information Sheet

Describes how MOM helps infants' brains, lungs, intestines and digestive systems develop, while providing personalised protection against infections via signature antibodies and immune system programming

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The power of breastfeeding or pumping for mothers

Information Sheet

An overview of how lactation protects mothers against infection and bleeding after birth, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, osteoporosis, metabolic diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure – and the list is growing as more research is conducted.

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MOM and NICU infant brain development

Information Sheet

Details how and why MOM offers protection and supports the unique progression of a NICU infant’s brain growth and development.

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Colostrum – lifesaving medicine for NICU infants

Information Sheet

Describes the unprecedented benefits of colostrum and answers basic questions mothers may ask NICU staff.

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Why human donor milk (HDM)?

Information Sheet

Explains why supplementing MOM with HDM may be necessary for NICU mothers, and addresses common concerns related to protocol and safety

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Four forms of MOM: fresh, refrigerated, frozen and pasteurised

Information Sheet

A guide to help ensure the safe use and storage of expressed MOM.

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DISCLAIMER: PROVIDE – A Training Compendium on Providing Mothers’ Own Milk in NICU Settings is intended for use by health professionals in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). All parts of this package are primarily for training purposes and for additional information to be given to parents by NICU health professionals. The PROVIDE Training Compendium, provided by Rush University Medical Center, is not intended for use by parents or private persons without medical education and we do not raise any claim to completeness of the resources. Under no circumstances should they be regarded as a substitute for professional advice or treatment or for any independent medical judgment of a healthcare professional regarding specific patient diagnoses or treatment plans. Healthcare providers should exercise their own independent medical judgment, and decisions as to any diagnosis and treatment plans are the sole responsibility of such healthcare provider.

The content within The PROVIDE Training Compendium cannot and shall not be used to make independent diagnoses or begin treatment. The information is not personally related to you. For non-medical professionals we recommend that you visit recognised healthcare professionals to get specific advice for any medical problems.

PROVIDE – A Training Compendium on Providing Mothers’ Own Milk in NICU Settings was published on www.LactaHub.org on 4 August 2020.

The PROVIDE Training Compendium is provided in good faith. We will be happy to provide you with further information and guidance. We look forward to your inquiry at: contact@lactahub.org