Modern Milk Magic: Exploring Freeze-Dried Breastmilk with Milk by Mom
Episode 11 of Chillin’ with Ceres Chill
By Rebekah Scroggy, RN BSN IBCLC
In this exciting episode of Chillin’ with Ceres Chill, I sat down with Tirza Jova, founder of Milk by Mom, to explore the rising trend of freeze-dried breastmilk—what it is, how it works, and why it’s changing the game for modern parents who pump, nurse, and do it all.
TL;DR for the On-the-Go Mom
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💡 Freeze-dried breastmilk is emerging as a nutrient-preserving, shelf-stable alternative to traditional freezing.
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🍼 We spoke with Tirza Jova, founder of Milk by Mom, about how the process works and why it’s a game-changer.
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📦 You send in your frozen milk, they freeze-dry it, and return it in pouches: your milk only, never mixed.
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🛡️ Safety is a top priority: medical-grade handling, single-batch processing, and nutrient retention up to 98%.
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✨ Perfect for pumping parents, daycare prep, travel, or building a long-term stash without sacrificing quality.
Watch the conversation here!
What Is Freeze-Dried Breastmilk—and Why Are Parents Choosing It?
If you’ve been hearing about freeze-drying breastmilk and feeling a little skeptical, you’re not alone. It’s a relatively new concept for many of us—but it’s quickly gaining traction as a safe, effective, and convenient option for milk storage.
Freeze-dried breastmilk offers a revolutionary way to preserve breastmilk in a shelf-stable, travel-ready, and nutrient-protecting form. Whether you're preparing for daycare, building a freezer stash before returning to work, or simply trying to make the most of your liquid gold, freeze-drying offers new levels of freedom and flexibility.
Tirza walks us through how the freeze-drying process works and why safety is at the heart of everything Milk by Mom does.
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How Milk by Mom Works
Born out of her own experience as a breastfeeding mother, Tirza created Milk by Mom to help families preserve the magic of breastmilk in a modern, meaningful way. Here’s how it works:
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You ship your frozen breastmilk using a medical-grade shipping kit (or drop off if you are local to Phoenix AZ)
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Milk by Mom freeze-dries your milk using advanced, research-backed methods
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Your milk is returned in individual pouches or larger bulk bags (up to 30 days of use!)
The best part? You get your own milk back—nothing mixed, nothing shared. Each batch is processed separately with strict quality and safety protocols in place.
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Is Freeze-Drying Breastmilk Safe?
Absolutely. Tirza emphasizes that freeze-dried breastmilk retains up to 98% of nutrients, antibodies, and enzymes, making it a longer-lasting alternative to traditional freezing. In fact, research confirms that freeze-drying is not only safe but also superior to freezing when it comes to maintaining breastmilk’s powerful properties.
From single-batch processing to medical-grade handling, Milk by Mom ensures your milk is treated with the utmost care. Tirza’s commitment to safety is so strong, her own daughter was the first Milk by Mom customer.
Why This Matters for Modern Parents
This episode is a must-watch for any parent navigating the challenges of modern motherhood, milk storage, and pumping. If you’ve ever wondered if freeze-dried breastmilk could be the right solution for your family—or if you’re just curious about new ways to support your feeding journey—this conversation is full of insight, heart, and innovation.
🎥 Watch the full episode: Modern Milk Magic: Exploring Freeze-Dried Breastmilk with Milk by Mom
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