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Information for Current Participants


Never used DocuSign to electronically sign a document?

We can tell you how it works! Watch this 90-second video for some easy-to-follow instructions.

Video | How to Sign a DocuSign Consent Form
In this video, learn how to complete the electronic paperwork.

Have questions about how to collect your milk sample?

We can help get you pumping! Watch this 1-minute video for some easy-to-follow instructions.

Video | Mom Milk Sample
Watch the Mom Milk Sample video to learn how to collect and package a milk sample for research.
You will learn how to use the provided alcohol wipes to cleanse breasts, place pumped milk into the Medela bag and prepare the sample for FedEx shipping.

Not sure how to pack your milk sample for shipping?

We’ve got you (and your milk sample!) covered! Watch this 1-minute video for some easy-to-follow instructions.

Video | Milk Sample Storage, Packing, and Shipping
In this video, you will learn how to properly package your milk sample for shipping.
You will use the Thermo-safe ice packs to ensure proper the milk stays at a safe temperature. After your exposure interview, your interviewer will ensure a FedEx pick-up for you at your desired time. This is a no-contact pick-up, just set aside the package outside your door for pick up.

Need to contact us with another question related to study participation?

We’d love to hear from you. Give us a call or send us an email, and a member of our research team will be in touch.

Phone | 844.605.MILK (6455)
Email | MilkStudy@health.ucsd.edu

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Mommy’s Milk, founded in 2014 at UC San Diego, is a research initiative dedicated to advancing human milk science. Our multidisciplinary team and partners apply expertise in pediatrics, epidemiology, neonatology, nutrition, and microbiology to improve knowledge and public health.

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Mommy’s Milk Human Milk Biorepository
UC San Diego, Center for Better Beginnings
7910 Frost Street, Suite 370
San Diego, CA 92123

phone | 844.605.MILK (6455)
email | milkstudy@health.ucsd.edu

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