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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…

Streamlining Breast Milk Shipping: A Solution for Forward-Thinking CPOs
8/1/24
Employers

Streamlining Breast Milk Shipping: A Solution for Forward-Thinking CPOs

As a Chief People Officer at a large enterprise, managing a benefits program for thousands of employees is a constant balancing act. One of the most persistent challenges you face is ensuring that critical, yet often overlooked, support systems—like breast milk shipping—are efficient and accessible. Manual reimbursement processes for this benefit are not only cumbersome but also fail to provide the visibility and control needed for effective management. Why Manual Reimbursement Falls Short For breastfeeding employees, the process of shipping…

WEBINAR | Breaking the Stigma: How to Talk About Breastfeeding with Your Employees: How to Talk About Breastfeeding with Your Employees
7/26/24
Employers

WEBINAR | Breaking the Stigma: How to Talk About Breastfeeding with Your Employees: How to Talk About Breastfeeding with Your Employees

We're thrilled to announce our upcoming webinar with Andrea Ippolito, CEO of SimpliFed. Join us for an engaging webinar designed for HR professionals, focusing on how to effectively communicate with and support breastfeeding and pumping parents in the workplace. Join us on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 2pm ET/11am PT for this live 45-minute event! Why Attend? Gain insights from maternal health and baby feeding expert, Andrea Ippolito, and learn practical strategies to communicate and support your breastfeeding employees. Hosted…

Supporting Working Parents: A Smart Business Strategy
7/2/24
Employers

Supporting Working Parents: A Smart Business Strategy

Supporting working parents is more than just the right thing to do—it’s a strategic business decision. Let's explore the importance of supporting working parents and the tangible benefits it brings to businesses with key insights from our webinar “How HR Leaders Can Unlock the Power and ROI of Parental Support Programs" with industry expert Kortney Ross. Legal Compliance: The Foundation Compliance with the PWFA and the Pump Act is the bottom floor of supporting working parents in your organization. These…

WEBINAR | How HR Leaders Can Unlock the Power and ROI of Parental Support Programs
6/4/24
Current News, Employers

WEBINAR | How HR Leaders Can Unlock the Power and ROI of Parental Support Programs

We're thrilled to announce our upcoming exclusive webinar with industry expert Kortney Ross. The webinar will focus on the critical importance of supporting working parents in today’s workforce. Join us on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 2pm ET/11am PT for this live 45-minute event! Why Attend? In this session, you will learn how implementing parental support programs not only ensures compliance with new laws but also drives significant business benefits. Kortney Ross will provide actionable insights and strategies to help…

Limited Edition Cool Commuter: A Mother's Day Gift That Gives Back
4/16/24
Pumping & Feeding

Limited Edition Cool Commuter: A Mother's Day Gift That Gives Back

Milk Stork is excited to unveil a heartfelt initiative designed to support NICU families on their breastfeeding journey, our Limited Edition Cool Commuter, just in time for Mother's Day. We're donating proceeds to Hand to Hold, an incredible non-profit organization that provides personalized support before, during, and after a NICU stay to help ensure all NICU families thrive. The Challenges of Pumping for a NICU Baby Even on the best days, the breastfeeding journey can wrought filled with challenges. Breastfeeding…

Navigating the NICU: A Guide to Seeking Employer Support
3/12/24
Family Health, Pumping & Feeding, Employers

Navigating the NICU: A Guide to Seeking Employer Support

Hey there, incredible NICU parents! We know just how challenging and emotionally intense the NICU journey can be. That’s why we’re here with some tips on how to reach out to your employer for the support you deserve during this critical time. Employer Support for NICU Families Flexible Leave Policies: Your journey is unique, and so are your needs. Don’t hesitate to chat with your boss and HR team about flexible and extended leave options. This way, you can focus…

Milk Stork Partners with Happiest Baby to Help Working Families Get More Sleep with the SNOO
3/11/24
Employers

Milk Stork Partners with Happiest Baby to Help Working Families Get More Sleep with the SNOO

At Milk Stork, we're always looking for ways to support and empower families, especially as they navigate the journey of parenthood alongside professional commitments. That's why we're thrilled to announce our newest partnership with Happiest Baby, the minds behind the innovative SNOO Smart Sleeper. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our mission to provide comprehensive support to working families, reaffirming our commitment as the first and most trusted breast milk shipping company since 2015. Why SNOO? The SNOO…

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