Infant Feeding Support: Returning to Work
By Southcentral Foundation Corporate Communications
Southcentral Foundation is here to support your infant feeding journey.
August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Breastfeeding is a beautiful way to nourish and bond with your baby, and every journey may look a little different. However, Southcentral Foundation is here to support parents with infant feeding whether that be through breastfeeding, pumping, or formula. Lactation consultants are an excellent resource before and during the infant feeding experience, and for those returning to work, here are some tips that may ease the transition:
Talk with your employer about your schedule and breaks. Employers are required to provide lactating parents with reasonable break times and a private space.
- Check to see if a lactation station or a quiet place to pump is available.
- Make sure you can store breast milk appropriately by bringing a cooler or a bag to store in the refrigerator.
- Set reminders to pump during the day to keep milk supply up.
- SCF supports you in your infant feeding journey and strives to provide resources needed to keep families healthy.
For more information about infant feeding, returning to work, or to schedule an appointment with a lactation consultant, contact your primary care team directly. To view additional resources, visit www.southcentralfoundation.com/services/health-education-and-wellness/motherbabychild/.
