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Developing a worksite lactation program.

Elizabeth R Click1

  • 1Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, USA. elizabeth.click@case.edu

MCN. the American Journal of Maternal Child Nursing
|October 3, 2006
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Establishing worksite lactation programs supports breastfeeding mothers, leading to healthier infants and mothers. These programs benefit organizations through reduced absenteeism and healthcare costs, demonstrating a successful nursing intervention.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Public Health
  • Nursing Interventions

Background:

  • Breastfeeding is linked to reduced infant illness rates.
  • Full-time maternal employment often shortens breastfeeding duration.
  • Worksite lactation programs can support breastfeeding mothers in the workforce.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review literature on worksite lactation programs.
  • To outline how to establish such programs.
  • To highlight benefits for mothers, infants, and organizations.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing studies on worksite lactation programs.
  • Discussion of program establishment strategies.
  • Analysis of potential organizational and health outcomes.

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Main Results:

  • Worksite lactation programs can enhance breastfeeding success.
  • Programs contribute to healthful outcomes for mothers and infants.
  • Organizations may experience decreased absenteeism and healthcare claims.

Conclusions:

  • Worksite lactation programs are beneficial for employees and employers.
  • Nurse-led implementation can be an effective nursing intervention.
  • These programs support infant nutrition and maternal health in employed populations.