Breastfeeding at Work

Whether you work because you like to or because your economic situation requires it--or even if you don't work outside the home at all--the issue of family-friendly workplaces affects us all. If we can help forge new workplace policies that support the way we live and parent today, we'll all benefit: employers, workers, their families--and our children, when they ultimately enter the workforce.

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Pumping 9 to 5

When equipped with knowledge of their legal rights, a well-formulated plan, information, and dedication, most women employed outside the home can continue to feed their children breastmilk.

Breastfeeding at Work

Whether you work because you like to or because your economic situation requires it--or even if you don't work outside the home at all--the issue of family-friendly workplaces affects us all.

Pumping Breastmilk at Work: Pumping 9 to 5

Encouraging employers to protect breastfeeding is easier when the law is on your side.

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