West Virginia Breastfeeding

09/08/2026

Today begins the first day of Semana de La Lactancia Latina.

Semana de La Lactancia Latina was created in 2023 by the Union de Lideres de Lactancia Latino (Latinx Lactation Collective) and is celebrated this year from September 8-14. The observance aims to uplift voices from the Latino/x community, and celebrate the diverse cultures and resilience of Latino communities. The collective also strives to bring awareness to the unique barriers faced by these communities and advocates for language justice.

09/08/2026

WE NEED YOUR HELP! 🙋🏽‍♀️

We are asking our followers to leave some of your biggest breastfeeding questions in the comments.
Even if you know the answer now, leave below some things you WISH you’d known the answer to when you were just getting started.

We want to start a series of commonly asked questions and answers.

09/07/2026

Knowing your rights is so important.

Especially when it comes to your rights as an employee.

The PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act is a federal law under the FSLA that mandates workplace accommodations.

Read more about the PUMP act here: https://www.mamava.com/breastfeeding-laws/at-work

09/07/2026

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS! 🗒️

Visit the Department of Labor site to learn more about your rights as a breastfeeding mother in the workplace.

Scroll down to find “Pump at Work General Guidance” and select the tab for your work industry to learn more about your specific rights.

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers to provide reasonable break time for an employee to express breast milk for their nursing child for one year after the child's birth each time such employee has need to express the milk.

09/07/2026

09/04/2026

Great tips for if you forget your work pump! 🍼

09/01/2026

If you've been wanting to create a lactation room in your workplace (or upgrade your current space), here's a spectacular opportunity!!
Happy Workplace Lactation Week !!

09/01/2026

Did your facility complete the 2026 mPINC survey? Time is running out! Not sure or have questions? Email: [email protected]

09/01/2026

4 Wonderful Initiatives for Workplace Lactation Week!

1. 9th Annual Lactation Room Contest — Nominate your organization now through Sept 7, 2026 for a chance to win a Lactation Room Upgrade for your workplace + a special prize package for a new parent. Two Grand Prize winners and one Runner Up will be chosen. Total prize value: $22,895. Nominate today! HealthyHorizons.com/Contest

2. Show Us Your Lactation Room: Post a photo with and tag to be featured in the campaign. Now through Sept 7, 2026.

3. Back to Work Breastfeeding & Pumping Class (for parents)
Sept 3, 2026 • 12:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ET
With Sheila Janakos, MPH, IBCLC, LE, RLC — practical tips for returning to work or adjusting after a recent return.
Register: https://streamyard.com/watch/FB4jXfciQnCN

4. Workplace Lactation: Enforcement, Lawsuits, and Remedies
Sept 23, 2026 • 12:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ET
Join Jacqueline Hammack (USBC) and Cassi Janakos (Healthy Horizons) for real-world workplace lactation case studies and legal insights.
Register: https://streamyard.com/watch/5i9N8cc2rwUg

09/01/2026

TOMORROW! 🗓️

It’s going to be a hot one tomorrow! We’re walking inside! Meet at Culture Center steps! ……. “Discover why breastfeeding is one of the most powerful gifts you can give your babies," says Dr. Arthur Rubin, retired pediatrician. "And, why the benefits of breastfeeding last a lifetime." Join us Wed., Sept. 2, at noon, at the Culture Center steps. Please share.