This article reaffirmed the American Academy of Pediatrics recommendation of exclusive breastfeeding for about 6 months; followed by continued breastfeeding, as complementary foods are introduced; and continuation of breastfeeding for 1 year or longer, as mutually desired by mother and infant. The Business Case for Breastfeeding detailed how mothers could maintain lactation in the workplace and the benefits to employers who facilitated this practice.
This study compared mothers who received an electric pump upon return to full-time work with counterparts in a wait-list control group. Mothers who received an electric pump as soon as requested did not request formula until an average of 8.8 months post delivery. Those who did not receive an electric pump requested formula at an average of 4.8 months post delivery.
Barriers, challenges, opportunities, and recommendations to improve worksite lactation for low-wage working mothers.
Fotonovella for worksite lactation accommodation.
Fotonovella for worksite lactation accommodation.
Fotonovella for worksite lactation accommodation.
Fotonovella for worksite lactation accommodation.
Thames Valley created this toolkit to highlight their local work on promoting breastfeeding friendly worksites as part of the CPHMC project. This toolkit defines a breastfeeding friendly worksite, outlines benefits […]
Dunklin County created this poster to highlight their local work with breastfeeding friendly businesses as part of the CPHMC project. This poster was presented at NWA’s Annual Conference in April […]
