A Texas woman has set a new Guinness World Record by donating an astonishing 2,645.58 litres of breast milk, surpassing her previous record of 1,569.79 litres set in 2014.
Alyssa Ogletree, 36, has become a trailblazer in the world of breast milk donation, with her contributions not only earning her global recognition but also highlighting the profound impact of such donations. Her journey began in 2010 after the birth of her son, Kyle. Faced with an abundance of milk, a nurse suggested she donate the excess to mothers in need, an idea that deeply resonated with her. This moment sparked a passion for giving back that led to her world-record achievement.
Over the years, Ogletree continued her donations following the births of her other children, Kage (12) and Kory (7), and even after serving as a surrogate mother. She adhered to a strict pumping schedule, expressing milk every three hours, including overnight. Despite no medical explanation for her high milk production, Ogletree attributes her success to proper hydration, healthy eating, and her unwavering commitment to the pumping routine.
According to the Mothers’ Milk Bank of North Texas, one litre of breast milk can provide nourishment for 11 premature babies. Based on this, Ogletree’s donations have potentially helped over 350,000 babies. Her generosity has made a lasting difference in many lives, and she hopes to inspire other women to consider donating breast milk.
“I have a big heart, but at the end of the day, I’m not made of money and can’t give away money to good causes over and over because I have a family to support. But donating milk was a way I could give back,” Ogletree shared in an interview with Guinness World Records. She hopes her story will raise awareness about the importance of breast milk donation, encouraging other women to recognize the difference they can make by donating excess milk.
Ogletree’s achievement serves as a powerful reminder of the far-reaching impact one person can have through selfless acts of kindness.
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