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RTO Reality Check: Is Your Office Compliant with the PUMP Act for Breastfeeding Employees?

2/25/25

Employers

RTO Reality Check: Is Your Office Compliant with the PUMP Act for Breastfeeding Employees?

With return-to-office mandates in full swing, employees are adjusting to a new reality—and breastfeeding parents in particular are facing unique challenges. For breastfeeding employees, the abrupt shift back to in-office work means quickly navigating pumping schedules, finding private spaces, and ensuring they have the time they need to express breast milk. For employers, it means acting fast to ensure compliance with federal laws like the PUMP Act. Understanding the PUMP Act The Providing Urgent Maternal Protections (PUMP) Act, signed into…

Create a Breastfeeding-Friendly Workplace—Even on the Road

3/18/25

Travel Tips, Employers

Create a Breastfeeding-Friendly Workplace—Even on the Road

Business travel is essential for many professionals, but for breastfeeding employees, it introduces significant challenges. Finding a private space to pump, safely storing and transporting breast milk, and navigating TSA regulations all require careful planning. Without clear policies and support, many parents face unnecessary obstacles that disrupt their breastfeeding journey. While many companies have established lactation accommodations in the office, support must extend beyond the workplace. Under the PUMP Act, employers are legally required to provide reasonable break time and…

Ready to Crush Pumping Breast Milk at CES 2025 Like a Pro? This Guide Shows You How.

11/14/24

Travel Tips, Family Health

Ready to Crush Pumping Breast Milk at CES 2025 Like a Pro? This Guide Shows You How.

If you’re a breastfeeding parent planning to attend CES 2025, you’re probably feeling the excitement of the event—and maybe a bit of stress, too. Balancing a packed conference schedule, networking events, and the demands of pumping can feel overwhelming. Navigating it all while ensuring your breast milk stays safe and accessible adds an entirely new layer of complexity to conference prep. With the right support, though, you can fully embrace the CES experience without compromising your pumping routine. That’s why…

Milk Stork Introduces Scheduled Pick-Up Service: Simplifying Breast Milk Shipping for Busy Parents

8/26/24

Travel Tips, Employers

Milk Stork Introduces Scheduled Pick-Up Service: Simplifying Breast Milk Shipping for Busy Parents

At Milk Stork, we’re always striving to enhance our services to better support working parents. We are excited to announce a new feature designed to make shipping breast milk with us even more convenient. Milk Stork now offers a Scheduled Pick-Up service, allowing busy breastfeeding parents to easily schedule a FedEx pick-up for their breast milk shipments. Here’s how it works: Scan the QR Code: Simply can scan the QR code on the Milk Stork overnight shipping label. Choose a…

Traveling to Mexico with Breast Milk? Here’s What You Need to Know

3/6/24

Travel Tips, Pumping & Feeding

Traveling to Mexico with Breast Milk? Here’s What You Need to Know

Traveling to Mexico for a company off-site, or a much-deserved vacation away from baby? Here’s how to get every last drop of liquid gold home safely. Between its rich history, architecture, culture, beautiful beaches, and diverse terrain, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. It’s truly no wonder that Mexico is one of the world’s most visited destinations. At this time of year, tourists and business travelers flock to Mexico. During high season (December through April), traveling to Mexico is especially…

Pumping, Working, Traveling: Challenges for New Moms In the Workplace

11/16/23

Travel Tips, Pumping & Feeding, Employers

Pumping, Working, Traveling: Challenges for New Moms In the Workplace

New moms returning to work encounter distinctive challenges that often go unnoticed. The delicate balance of managing career responsibilities, particularly involving travel, while navigating the demands of infant care can be an incredible task. This is compounded when that mother is breastfeeding. The ability to pump and deliver that nourishment to their baby while on the road is an intense undertaking that requires significant support. For employers, understanding and addressing these challenges isn't just a matter of empathy or compliance;…

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…

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