Li Ying Li Ying

Going Back to Work While Breastfeeding: A Practical Guide

If you're about to return to work and feeling anxious about how breastfeeding will fit into your new routine, you're not alone — and it's absolutely possible.

There's no single "right" way to do this. What works will depend on your situation, your baby, your workplace, and what feels sustainable for you.

In this guide, I'll walk you through the practical steps: talking to your employer, what equipment you'll need, managing pumping at work, and handling bottle refusal. You don't have to have it all figured out on day one.

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