Breastfeeding in public

Westmed Medical Group Promotes Breastfeeding by Offering Free Virtual Classes to Patients

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021
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RYE BROOK, N.Y., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Westmed Women's Health and Pediatrics departments are offering complimentary virtual breastfeedingclasses to Westmed patients as part of an effort to promote the many benefits of breastfeeding.

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  • RYE BROOK, N.Y., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Westmed Women's Health and Pediatrics departments are offering complimentary virtual breastfeedingclasses to Westmed patients as part of an effort to promote the many benefits of breastfeeding.
  • "Both the Women's Health and Pediatrics Departments at Westmed strongly support breastfeeding for as long as possible to extend the health benefits for both mother and child," says Dr. Patricia Calayag ,deputy medical director at Westmed Medical Group.
  • In addition to the expert facilitators from The Parent Collective, a Westmed pediatrician , obstetrician or Westmed lactation specialistwill also join the class to help patients start planning for their own breastfeeding experience.
  • Support will also be offered for those who will be breastfeeding twins or breastfeeding with a breast reduction or augmentation.

SimpliFed Expands Access to Lactation and Infant Nutrition Support for World Breastfeeding Month

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Tuesday, August 4, 2020
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ITHACA, N.Y., Aug. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SimpliFed , the first independent telehealth platform exclusively focused on infant feeding and nutrition, announced today that in celebration of World Breastfeeding Month, the company is offering a discount on lactation consulting services throughout the entire month.

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  • ITHACA, N.Y., Aug. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SimpliFed , the first independent telehealth platform exclusively focused on infant feeding and nutrition, announced today that in celebration of World Breastfeeding Month, the company is offering a discount on lactation consulting services throughout the entire month.
  • As a platform dedicated to helping parents navigate and decide how best to feed their new baby, SimpliFed seeks to expand access to breastfeeding and infant nutrition support services for all new parents.
  • The company's mission is to help new mothers secure access to breastfeeding and infant nutrition support from the comfort and safety of their own homes from board-certified lactation consultants (IBCLCs).
  • The SimpliFed platform is accessible to new moms across the US, with lactation consultants available for appointment at the parents' convenience.

InventHelp Inventors Develop Bra to Increase Breast Symmetry and Support (CCT-4427)

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Tuesday, July 28, 2020
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The invention provides an effective way for a nursing mother to achieve the look of symmetrical breasts.

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  • The invention provides an effective way for a nursing mother to achieve the look of symmetrical breasts.
  • In doing so, it offers an improved alternative to traditional nursing bras.
  • As a result, it could enhance support, confidence and comfort and it provides added convenience when nursing or pumping.
  • "Our design offers a discreet way to increase breast symmetry and provide support for breastfeeding mothers and women of all sizes."

In a Post-COVID World, New Study Reveals Mothers are More Committed to Breastfeeding

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Wednesday, June 24, 2020
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However, almost half of moms are concerned about the cleanliness and sanitation of the pumping space in their workplaces when they do return.

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  • However, almost half of moms are concerned about the cleanliness and sanitation of the pumping space in their workplaces when they do return.
  • "Returning to work after baby has always been a critical transition, and it will certainly look different when factoring in post-COVID health precautions for breastfeeding mothers.
  • "So it's not surprising that our survey found that many moms are even more committed to feeding their babies breast milk during this time of COVID."
  • New Moms' Healthy Returns was established to help both moms and employers with the transition back to work after having a baby.

Breastfeeding Pods Support Nursing Mothers at Work

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Thursday, March 5, 2020
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LOS ANGELES, March 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- BrighterBooth , a leading manufacturer of soundproof office phone booths and meeting pods, is excited to announce the Breastfeeding Pod , an all-inclusive, freestanding lactation room that gives nursing mothers a private and comfortable space to breastfeed or pump at work or in public spaces.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- BrighterBooth , a leading manufacturer of soundproof office phone booths and meeting pods, is excited to announce the Breastfeeding Pod , an all-inclusive, freestanding lactation room that gives nursing mothers a private and comfortable space to breastfeed or pump at work or in public spaces.
  • "Our goal was to create a high quality, affordable and compliant solution to make it easier for organizations to support nursing employees and clients," said Patrick O'Dell, Director of Sales, BrighterBooth.
  • "Breastfeeding employees shouldn't have to ask for appropriate accommodations, so we designed the Breastfeeding Pod to help companies be proactive in supporting nursing mothers without breaking the bank."
  • Adding a Breastfeeding Pod to your workplace not only supports nursing mothers, it also increases productivity, strengthens company culture, reduces employee turnover, attracts top talent, and supports a diverse workforce.

Four Out of Five Working Moms Say Their Employers Could Better Support Breastfeeding Parents

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Wednesday, March 4, 2020
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"Moms told us that going back to work as a breastfeeding parent still isn't easy.

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  • "Moms told us that going back to work as a breastfeeding parent still isn't easy.
  • "We're excited to work with Mamava and Milk Stork two companies that share Medela's commitment to supporting breast milk feeding parents to help both moms and employers find solutions that work for everyone involved."
  • The survey revealed thatfour infive mothers feel their employer could do a better job of supporting breastfeeding mothers.
  • Working mom made, and made for working moms, Milk Stork supports hundreds of corporate partners who provide the service to their employees as an employee benefit.

Ninety percent of breastfeeding moms returning to work are pumping

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Thursday, November 14, 2019
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NORTH ANDOVER, Mass., Nov. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- According to Acelleron's latest Human Resources Report, 90 percent of breastfeeding moms are either pumping at work, or are planning to pump at work, despite breastfeeding being one of the biggest challenges when returning to work from parental leave.

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  • NORTH ANDOVER, Mass., Nov. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- According to Acelleron's latest Human Resources Report, 90 percent of breastfeeding moms are either pumping at work, or are planning to pump at work, despite breastfeeding being one of the biggest challenges when returning to work from parental leave.
  • The survey data aids in better understanding of breastfeeding decisions, duration, and challenges influenced by returning to work after having a baby.
  • "With theincreasing trend of moms wanting to feed their babies human milk,companies need to better support breastfeeding employees returning to work," Jason Canzano, managing director of Acelleron, said.
  • The data collected from the Return to Work survey is used to help Acelleron achieve its mission to increase breastfeeding rates, especially when moms return to work.

Removing Breastfeeding Stigma Could Unlock Lifesaving Benefits to Black Mothers and Their Babies

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Wednesday, August 28, 2019
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Stark racial disparities exist between black and white infants in the U.S.

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  • Stark racial disparities exist between black and white infants in the U.S.
  • We have to help ensure that hospitals and health clinics in minority communities have breastfeeding and lactation resources and information.
  • And, we have to work with our community partners to remove the stigma of breastfeeding.
  • AmeriHealth Caritas works with local breastfeeding advocacy groups to promote awareness about breastfeeding to expectant mothers in historically disadvantaged communities.

New study from Philips reveals the importance of partner participation in the breastfeeding process

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Thursday, August 1, 2019
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While breastfeeding naturally remains a mothers job, breastfeeding mothers do need support from their surrounding network.

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  • While breastfeeding naturally remains a mothers job, breastfeeding mothers do need support from their surrounding network.
  • Fortunately, most dads (81%) want to help, but there are some areas where they could be doing more to support.
  • Partners can play an active role in the breastfeeding process and fortunately many say they would like to do so.
  • Friends, family members and healthcare professionals can all play a part, and getting a partner involved in the breastfeeding process has a wealth of proven benefits.

Fewer Than 1 in 5 Working Moms Who Breastfeed Know Their Rights in the Workplace, According to a Survey Sponsored by Byram Healthcare

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Wednesday, July 31, 2019
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Commissioned by Byram Healthcare and conducted by Wakefield Research, the survey polled 1,000 working mothers in the U.S. with children ages two and under who are breastfeeding or recently breastfed.

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  • Commissioned by Byram Healthcare and conducted by Wakefield Research, the survey polled 1,000 working mothers in the U.S. with children ages two and under who are breastfeeding or recently breastfed.
  • It is the first to ask working moms how critical breastfeeding equipment and support are to their work lives.
  • Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8561551-byram-healthcare-working...
    According to the survey, a vast majority (95%) of working moms who breastfeed have used a breast pump.
  • While pumping empowers working moms, not knowing their breastfeeding rights means they can't ask for the support they need.