Breastfeeding in the workplace

You don’t have to stop breastfeeding just because you’re returning to work. Find out about breastfeeding and working.

Breastfeeding gives babies their best start in life and benefits the mother. If an employer gives women appropriate facilities and breaks to breastfeed or express milk, they are more likely to return to work as planned and the employer retains capable staff.

• Ministry of Health
• Employment New Zealand