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Why Breastfeeding Support at Corporate Events Matters More Than You Think

5/12/25

Travel Tips, Workplace Support, Employers

Why Breastfeeding Support at Corporate Events Matters More Than You Think

Breastfeeding parents want to attend the same career-building events as everyone else—sales meetings, client offsites, professional trainings, annual conferences. These are the moments where teams align, relationships deepen, and careers move forward. But for too many pumping parents, these opportunities are off-limits—not because of interest or commitment, but because of logistics. When Pumping Makes Travel Seem Impossible For a parent who is breastfeeding, saying yes to an event means navigating an extra set of complex needs that other attendees don't…

The Only Checklist You’ll Ever Need to Travel with Breast Milk

8/8/23

Travel Tips, Pumping & Feeding

The Only Checklist You’ll Ever Need to Travel with Breast Milk

Traveling with breast milk requires some planning and preparation. Here are some guidelines to help you travel with breast milk: Check airline rules. Before your trip, review the specific regulations of the airline you’re traveling with. Each airline may have different policies regarding carrying breast milk, so it’s essential to be aware of any restrictions or requirements. Get portable cold storage. Use breast milk storage bags or sterile containers to store your breast milk, making sure that your containers are…

How Long You Can Travel with Frozen Breast Milk May Actually Surprise You

7/13/23

Travel Tips, Pumping & Feeding

How Long You Can Travel with Frozen Breast Milk May Actually Surprise You

The general rule of thumb is that fresh breast milk can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days. However, freezing breast milk extends its shelf life significantly, allowing you to preserve the safety and integrity of your breast milk. So, how long can you travel with frozen breast milk? The answer depends on two factors: how you’re traveling and the cooling options available to you. Let’s start by defining “frozen.” The CDC considers breast milk frozen as…

Flying Internationally with Breast Milk? Read This First

12/22/22

Travel Tips, Pumping & Feeding

Flying Internationally with Breast Milk? Read This First

Between packing, securing visas, and navigating customs, international travel can be stressful for new and seasoned parents alike. Breast/chestfeeding parents have the added challenges of pumping on the go and transporting breast milk between countries. And to make things more complicated, every country has its own rules when it comes to flying with breast milk. Ultimately, these rules come down to: The quantity of milk you are traveling with The state of your milk (frozen or liquid) Whether or not…

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