This list is only a compilation of possible questions. Some donors may ask more or add different questions.

• How will my milk be used?
• Are you or your baby being treated for any disease, infection, or disorder?
• Are you or your baby taking medication?
• Have you and your baby had recent blood work done?
• Would you be willing to have blood work and/or a health screening done?¹
• Are you willing to cover the cost, if any, of donor blood screening?
• Are you willing to provide bottles or bags for milk collection and storage?
• Will the donation relationship be ongoing or one-time only?
• How much milk are you expecting/hoping for?
• Will you be supplementing with breastmilk substitutes or from another donor if needed?
• How often and when will you be coming to pick up the milk?
• Do you want all of the milk to be frozen? Would you want fresh, unfrozen milk?
• Would you like your baby nursed by your donor when possible?
• Are you familiar with safe handling techniques for breastmilk?
• Are you educated in at-home heat-treating?
• Do you have any concerns that need to be addressed or researched further?

Next section: Screening donors.

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1. Establishes a baseline of health for caregivers and donor, should baby ever become sick, and fair trade of personal information. ↩︎