Breastfeeding

In preparation for starting my rotation at WIC this week, I came across this quote, on breastfeeding:

“Imagine that the world had created a new dream product to feed and immunize everyone born on Earth.

Imagine also that it was available everywhere, required no storage or delivery and helped mothers to plan their families and reduce the risk of cancer.

Then, imagine the world refused to use it.”

-UNICEF

Mothers in New York State have a lot of rights in regards to breastfeeding in hospitals, public areas, etc. Other states and countries may have similar rights which you can look into, and if not you should find out why, and advocate for these rights. See here for the NY State Breastfeeding Bill of Rights (available in multiple languages).