Did you know that new parents impacted by breast and gynecologic cancer treatment—either as survivors or previvors—get a free breast pump and lactation support through the Affordable Care Act, but have no coverage for donated breast milk or formula? It’s a major policy gap, and we think we can close it with your support.

Currently, insurance coverage of infant formula or donor milk is only considered if the baby has a medical condition. However, there are other cases in which the parent physically cannot breastfeed due to a mastectomy or other treatments that impact the ability to feed, making the medical necessity for formula or donor milk still exist.

Insurance coverage of breast pumps and lactation support when an individual has had their breasts removed is not helpful or supportive—and simply does not make sense. Infants of these individuals require infant formula or donor breast milk for survival.

We want legislation changed to create inclusive insurance coverage of formula or donor milk for all moms who have undergone a mastectomy or cannot feed due to breast cancer or gynecologic cancer. 

This campaign is supported by Bobbie for Change, the social impact and policy arm of Bobbie, the only female-founded and mom-led infant formula company in the U.S., and the 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, The Breasties, as we strive to support parents in all of their feeding journeys. 

By signing this petition, you are pushing for this policy change and collectively showing the power of our united voices. Have more to share or say? Reach out to bobbieforchange@hibobbie.com.