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Help us feed our passion (and yours!) with a year end donation to MilkWorks! We love  helping moms feel good about feeding their babies. It is why we show up each day :-) We want to be here for any mom who needs us. Your support makes that happen. Much Love,
             - MilkWorks

Breast Pumps for All!

MilkWorks is in-network with all major private insurance plans and all Nebraska Medicaid plans for breast pumps. We proudly carry high quality Medela & Spectra pumps and provide our Pump Service Plan with all of our Personal Use Pumps!

York Breastfeeding Support

Lactation Consultations
Meghan Gerken, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), provides personalized lactation support in the privacy of your own home if you live within 30 miles of York. For more information, including insurance coverage and how to make an appointment, visit our website!
Breast Pump & Baby Weigh Station
Four Corners Health Department ~ 2101 N. Lincoln Ave, York, NE
Next Pump & Baby Weigh Station ~ December 21, 2017 3:00-4:30pm 
Like and follow the MilkWorks York Facebook page (@MilkWorksYork) to learn more about breastfeeding support in the York area and for upcoming dates & times of our Pump & Baby Weigh Station.     

    Meet Maritza!

    Maritza Asboe was born in Los Angeles and came to Nebraska with her family when she was nine years old.
    As a Community Breastfeeding Educator, mothers may connect with Maritza for breastfeeding support. She speaks Spanish & English. Her email address is: maritza.milkbabies.cbe@gmail.com.
     "There are some women in our community who do not know where to turn for help with breastfeeding challenges. I enjoy being their support system and helping them get the help they need." - Maritza

      Owl People Onesies

      Kaitlyn Bright started her small business, Owl People, in 2007 and we are so happy to carry her adorable onesies at both our Lincoln & Omaha locations. These onesies are definitely a fave of many MilkWomen! Kaitlyn will be showcasing her full Owl People collection on Sunday, December 10th 12-6pm at the Love, The Locals handmade shopping event at The Bay: 2005 Y Street. This family friendly event will feature over 50 Local Makers, Live Music, and food. 

      Hospital Partnerships

      MilkWorks O is proud to partner with Nebraska Medicine & Bergan Mercy NICU Lactation Teams to offer high quality Medela Personal Use Pumps to their moms after delivery!

      To learn more about this collaboration, email or call Meredith at 402.502.0617.

        Milk & Merry Mingle

        Join us for Milk & Merry Mingle, a night of family friendly FUN at MilkWorks O! Tickets are just $10 per adult {kids are FREE!}, which includes snacks & drinks, an entry to win an amazing holiday basket {worth over $200}, a mini mingle session with Penny Layne Photography, facepainting & MORE. Plus, just between us, there's going to be an amazing SALE storewide! You don't want to miss it! All proceeds from this event will help us feed our mission: Creating a healthier community by helping mothers breastfeed their babies.
          "The Fourth Trimester" Mom's Group
          New & expecting mothers welcome
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          Join WIC Family Service for their eight week mom's group
          Every Saturday, January 6-February 24 | 9:30-10:30am
          The BAY Coffee bar | 2005 Y Street Lincoln, NE 68503
          Transportation Available! 
          Come meet with other moms and learn more about "the fourth trimester." Topics are focused on both you and baby: postpartum care, infant feeding, sexuality & contraception, sleep & fatigue, breastfeeding, and more!
          Refreshments will be provided. Children under the age of 1 are welcome.
          Call WIC Family Service for more information and to sign up: 402-441-8655
          Tis the season! MilkWorks Lincoln & MilkWorks O will be closed Christmas Day (Monday, 12/25) & New Year's Day (Monday, 1/1). Please note that on Tuesday, 12/26 we will close early at 5pm (instead of 8pm). 
          Classes
          All About Breastfeeding: Take this class in the second half of your pregnancy to get ready for that first feed! Bring a support person (partner, mother, sister, friend) with you! The fee is $25. Please note: this class may be covered by your private insurance plan.
          Lincoln: Tuesdays, December 12 & 19, 6-8pm (2-part class) OR Saturday, January 6, 10am-3pm
          Omaha: Saturday, January 13, 10am-3pm
          Return to Work: Perfect for moms heading back to the workforce while breastfeeding! Join us while pregnant, or when you are on your maternity leave! The fee is $15. Please note: this class is included with our Pump Service Plan, which is provided with all breast pumps obtained at MilkWorks.
          Omaha: Tuesday, December 19, 6-8pm
          Introducing Solids: Taught by a registered dietitian, this is an ideal class to attend when your baby is three to six months old! The fee is $15. Please note: this class is FREE for mothers who receive consultation services at MilkWorks.
          Lincoln ONLY: Wednesday, December 20, 6-8pm
          Breastfeeding & Babywearing: This class provides guidance on the many different ways to combine breastfeeding and babywearing! Please bring your baby and any personal carriers for hands on help. Demo carriers will be available. This class is offered free of charge. 
          Omaha ONLY: Saturday, December 16, 1-3pm

          Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm
          Tuesdays until 8pm
          Mom Talk Babies!
          Support + Connect
          LINCOLN Mom Talk
          Tues. & Wed. at 10am
          OMAHA Mom Talk
          Mon. & Wed. at 10am
          Preemie/NICU Mom Talk 
          Tues. at 11am {Omaha}
          Return to Work
          Tues. at 6pm {Omaha}
          For more information, including group descriptions, please click here!


          Stop by MilkWorks Lincoln or MilkWorks O and enter to WIN Milk Money! We give away $20 at each location every week to redeem on our amazing retail products
          We recently gave away $240 as part of our November Sale Event! Congrats to our winners:
          Emily, Angela, 
          Ariana, Stephanie, Alicia, Amanda, Jeanne, Elisa, Eva, Marta, Meghan, Lacey!!
          GIVE to MilkWorks
          Your generous support creates a healthier community by helping mothers breastfeed their babies! 
          What happens at MilkWorks when it’s a snow day? We haven't accumulated any snow…yet! But here’s our plan for when we do.
          A Reminder: MilkWorks Lincoln & MilkWorks O are “well facilities”. For everyone's protection, if you or your baby or child are sick with a cold or virus, we ask that you wait until you are well to come to MilkWorks. In the mean time, please call and we will assist you by phone!

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          OMAHA 10818 Elm Street {in Rockbrook Village} | 402.502.0617
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