Sample workplace lactation policy

Recognizing that breast milk promotes optimum growth and development of infants, [Organization Name] accommodates mothers who choose to continue breastfeeding and avoid the use of formula, after returning to work.

[Many states have laws that authorize mothers to breastfeed their infants where mothers and children are authorized to be. If you do business in one of these states, the following language may be added: Recognizing that breastfeeding is a normal part of daily life for mothers and infants, and that [State Name] authorizes mothers to breastfeed their infants where mothers and children are authorized to be, [Organization Name] protects a mother's right to breastfeed in public.]

[Organization Name] allows sufficient break time for breastfeeding employees to express milk at work. Supervisors are encouraged to consider flexible schedules to accommodate employee's needs.

[Organization Name] provides a private room or space, other than a toilet stall, close to an employee's work area to express milk. If possible, the private space will include an electrical outlet for the use of an electric breast pump. If possible, supervisors will ensure that employees are aware of these workplace accommodations prior to maternity leave.

[Organization Name] provides electric breast pumps for use in the workplace. Employees shall sign a release of liability waiver prior to using the pumps.