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Pumping at Work: A Complete Guide
Your rights, schedule, and tips for pumping success.
In9Months Team
Returning to work while breastfeeding takes planning. Here's how.
Your Legal Rights
PUMP Act (2022) requires employers to provide reasonable break time and private space (not a bathroom) for pumping for up to 2 years.
Schedule
Pump every 2-3 hours to maintain supply. Most people pump 2-3 times during an 8-hour workday.
What to Bring
- Pump and all parts
- Extra membranes/valves
- Cooler bag with ice packs
- Milk storage bags
- Hands-free pumping bra
- Nursing pads
Tips
- Build freezer stash before returning
- Practice pumping at home first
- Keep extra pump parts at work
- Photos/videos of baby help letdown