Both Texas and Federal law support a woman’s right to breastfeed her child. We’ll help you understand the laws that you need to be aware of as a working, breastfeeding mom.
Before Maternity Leave
Starting to Pump
Returning to Work
Pumping at Work
Stockpiling Your Breastmilk
Storing Your Breastmilk
Introducing a Bottle
Mother-Friendly Worksites
What the Law Says
When I went back to work after having my baby, I talked to my employer about my desire to continue feeding my baby Breastmilk. My employer was supportive and allowed me the time and space to pump my milk so that I could continue to keep my baby healthy even though I had to be away from her. I felt better about going back to work knowing that I could still give her the best nutrition possible and could continue nursing her as long as I wanted to. 
Gretchen
Breastfeeding Mother
Working Moms - Congratulations on your decision to breastfeed. With this single act you are giving your baby the best possible start in life. Three out of four women in Texas start out breastfeeding their infants, and many of them continue after returning to work. So can you.
The best planning happens before maternity leave. Talk to other working moms and make a plan for pumping at work. We’ve got advice for talking to your boss and getting the most maternity leave.
Smart moms start pumping and storing breastmilk before they go back to work. This will help you not only get comfortable with pumping but also build your milk supply and allow you to save an emergency backup supply of stored milk.
Oh, mama, that first day back is always the hardest. We’ve got tips and tricks for making a smooth transition.
Tips and advice for everything from finding a private place to pump to getting more breastmilk.
Building up a stockpile of milk ensures that you won’t run out when baby has a growth spurt or you have a low production day.
Can you put it in the fridge? Can you put it in the freezer? And why is it swirly? We answer all your questions here.
Breastmilk from the breast is best, but once your milk supply is well established, bottles can come in handy when you and your baby are apart.
Hundreds of businesses all over Texas have programs to support breastfeeding moms. Find out more and learn how to get your company on the list.
Mmm-check-mmm-check-mmm-check. Soon that pumping sound will be all too familiar. Pumping at work is easy once you make it part of your routine.
This fact sheet explains the basics that a mom should know before going on maternity leave.
