06/08/2026
🤱 It's World Breastfeeding Week – supporting parents doesn't stop when maternity leave ends.
Returning to work while continuing to breastfeed can be a big adjustment, but with the right support from employers, it doesn't have to mean the end of a breastfeeding journey.
Employers can make a real difference by providing a private, clean space for expressing milk, considering flexible breaks where appropriate, and ensuring suitable workplace risk assessments are carried out for breastfeeding employees.
Creating an inclusive, supportive workplace isn't just about meeting legal responsibilities -it's about helping employees feel valued, improving wellbeing and retaining experienced members of your team.
If you're an employer or employee looking for practical advice, the NHS offers helpful guidance on returning to work while breastfeeding:
https://www.nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/breastfeeding-and-lifestyle/back-to-work/