A growing number of new mothers are turning to selling breast milk as a source of significant income, with some earning up to $1,000 per day.
Keira Williams, a 31-year-old mom from Atlanta, began selling her surplus breast milk through Facebook groups in May and has since sold over 3,500 ounces. Williams said her primary goal is to fund her upcoming wedding, although the earnings have also contributed to various other expenses.
While many buyers are fellow mothers who cannot produce enough milk, a surprising number are adult males—primarily bodybuilders—seeking the liquid for its nutritional value. This trend has increased the profitability of selling breast milk, as buyers in the fitness community are willing to pay as much as $2 per ounce, compared to the usual rate of 50 cents.
Despite the financial benefits, Williams admits she’s cautious when dealing with male buyers, citing concerns over inappropriate requests and safety. Nonetheless, she continues to navigate the market carefully and responsibly.
Nicole Howard, a 28-year-old mother of two from Utah, has also joined the ranks of mothers selling breast milk. In the past 10 months, she has sold over 7,000 ounces, earning close to $10,000. Her milk, which is NICU-certified, is sold at varying rates depending on the buyer’s location and order size. Like Williams, she uses Facebook as a platform to connect with clients across the country.
Howard emphasized the rigorous lifestyle she maintains to ensure the purity of her supply—avoiding alcohol, fast food, caffeine, and even COVID-19 vaccination, which she said is a concern for many buyers.
Ruby Du, another Utah mother, reported earning over $300 per month by selling breast milk through a specialized company that tests each batch. She said the income helps her provide for her family and contribute to causes such as IVF treatment for other parents.
In Los Angeles, Megan Lemmons, 35, opted to bypass direct sales to individuals and instead partnered with a milk bank, earning approximately $3,500 for batches of 400 to 500 ounces. The income allowed her to fund a vacation and ease her household’s storage constraints.
Though some experts question the health benefits of breast milk consumption by adults, especially in the bodybuilding community, the trend of selling breast milk continues to grow. For many mothers, it offers both a meaningful way to help others and a powerful form of financial independence.
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