Active Duty Women's Perceptions of Breast-Feeding Support in the Military Setting

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Summary

Perceptions of support for breastfeeding in the workplace for women serving in Active Duty across all branches of the military were examined. Results indicate that military personnel feel there is a moderate level of support for breastfeeding in the workplace. Although many participants identified serious barriers to breastfeeding at work, about half of respondents had positive breastfeeding experiences and support from colleagues or supervisors.

Citation
Martin, S. E., Drake, E., Yoder, L., Gibson, M., Litke, C. A. (2015). Active Duty Women's Perceptions of Breast-Feeding Support in the Military Setting. Military Medicine, 180, 1154-1160. doi:10.7205/milmed-d-14-00498