Donor milk is typically prioritized for infants with the greatest medical need, particularly those in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). These include:
Premature infants: Babies born before 37 weeks of gestation who are at higher risk for complications. Infants with NEC: Babies with necrotizing enterocolitis, a serious intestinal disease. Infants with congenital defects: Babies with birth defects that impede feeding and digestion.
