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Support Within the Workplace

The following is an excerpt from the HHS Blueprint for Action on Breastfeeding with recommendation for the workplace. Next, we provide current programs and resources corresponding to the each bulleted recommendation.

Excerpt from HHS Blueprint for Action on Breastfeeding

A Blueprint for Action within the Workplace

Facilitate breastfeeding or breast milk expression in the workplace by providing private rooms, milk storage arrangements, adequate breaks during the day, flexible work schedules, and onsite child care facilities.
Establish family and community programs that enable breastfeeding continuation when women return to work in all possible settings
Encourage child care facilities to provide quality breastfeeding support.

Workplace Initiatives to Support Breastfeeding Women

Family and Community Efforts to Support Breastfeeding Women Who Have Returned to Work

Addressing the Needs of Child Care Facilities

USDA's Breastfed Babies Welcome Here

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This page last updated March 28, 2003