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Breastfeeding & the Law

Recent Articles

Lessons in Public Breastfeeding
How one woman triumphed over cultural shame and claimed her right to nurse.
Lactation and the Law Revisited
In 2007, when Mothering published "Lactation and the Law," five US states and DC had no laws regarding breastfeeding in public. Today, only West Virginia and Idaho have no breastfeeding statutes.
Breastfeeding in Whose Public? by Peggy O'Mara
It is unnecessary to defend breastfeeding in public. To me, it's like walking in public. It's a basic human right.
Public Breastfeeding Laws
A helpful map showing state laws governing breastfeeding in public.
Pumping 9 to 5
Women planning to pump their breastmilk at work may be surprised by an employer's reluctance or unwillingness to make the necessary changes in their work arrangements.
Lactation and the Law
All too often we read stories of women who have been told to use a bathroom to nurse their children, asked to cover themselves and their child, or told they must leave a place because they want or need to nurse.
Sidebar: Whatever Happened to Delta Airlines?
Workplace Pumping and the Law: Map
A map showing state laws governing breastfeeding in public.



Vegetarian Chili
From Peggy's Kitchen: This hearty chili goes great with cornbread and is perfect for cool fall evenings.

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Breastfeeding Resources
Mothering Magazine's online resource center links its readers to reliable resources emphasizing natural parenting and family living.


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