LEGAL RIGHTS
I want to know my breastfeeding rights.
As a new mom, you may concerned about how and where you can feed your baby. Knowing your rights can help you more confidently feed your baby in public and access breastfeeding (or breastpumping) accommodations in your workplace. Below, we have listed several organizations that specialize in breastfeeding rights in the United States.
WIC Breastfeeding Support
https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/your-breastfeeding-rights
Did you know that as a breastfeeding mom you have certain rights? There are laws in place to help you meet your breastfeeding goals, including laws about breastfeeding in public and pumping at work. There is no national law about breastfeeding in public. It's up to your state to decide. In 49 states, the District of Columbia, and the Virgin Islands, there are laws that allow moms to breastfeed in any public or private place. Learn more on this webpage, or talk to your WIC clinic about breastfeeding laws in your area.
Get Support from WIC: https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/get-support-wic
National Conference of State Legislators
Breastfeeding State Laws
https://www.ncsl.org/research/health/breastfeeding-state-laws.aspx
This NCSL webpage provides information on both federal and state laws and accommodations for nursing mothers. Search the page for your state's laws.
The Center for WorkLife Law
Pregnant@Work
https://www.pregnantatwork.org/
Phone: (415) 703-8276
Email: hotline@worklifelaw.org
Pregnant@Work offers information on rights and accommodations for pregnant and parenting employees. Contact the Center for WorkLife Law’s free legal hotline to speak to a lawyer about your rights.
Accommodating Pregnant Employees: https://www.pregnantatwork.org/accommodating-pregnant-employees/
Breastfeeding Employees: https://www.pregnantatwork.org/pregnant-women-pregnancy/breastfeeding-employees/
Workable Accommodation Ideas for Typical Pregnancy-Related Conditions: https://www.pregnantatwork.org/wp-content/uploads/Workable-Accommodation-Ideas.pdf