Clinics in Human Lactation, Vol 8: Breastfeeding and Employment: Making It Work
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The number of working mothers in the workforce is growing, but few businesses provide lactation support in the workplace and employment has a profound effect on breastfeeding. A woman entering employment is three times more likely to stop breastfeeding than her stay-at-home counterpart. In Breastfeeding and Employment: Making it Work, author Marsha Walker, RN, IBCLC, not only describes the problem in depth, but gives practical solutions to help employers accommodate breastfeeding women. This book covers the following: -The effect of employment on mothers and babies -Current laws on breastfeeding in the workforce -The benefits to the employer of supporting breastfeeding mothers in the workforce -Current programs encouraging breastfeeding in the workplace -Making the case to employers to support breastfeeding mothers -Breastfeeding management for employed moms Resources for employers, childcare providers, and mothers are listed in the back of the book Whether you are a mother returning to work, a breastfeeding advocate helping businesses set up onsite lactation programs, or a business owner hoping to make your business more mother-friendly, this book will help you navigate the issues and find a workable solution.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0983307520
ISBN13:9780983307525
Release Date:May 2011
Publisher:Hale Pub.
Length:139 Pages
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