Despite the undeniable advantages of nursing, moms who work confront substantial obstacles in maintaining this practice. It might be challenging for women to continue nursing after they return to work due to constrained maternity leaves and poor workplace facilities. Working moms may also be pressured to stop nursing too soon due to societal conventions and high expectations, which might be detrimental to their physical and emotional health. In such a situation, work-life balance is essential for the physical and emotional health of nursing working women. For nursing mothers returning to work, Dr. Sapna Lulla, Lead Consultant, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Aster CMI Hospital, offers a few simple suggestions.
Make a timetable for nursing.
When you go for work and when you get home from work, feed your kid. You may tell the people who are there to help you not to feed the baby right when you come home from work.
Introduce your infant to drinking breast milk from a bottle. Before returning to work, it is advised to feed one or two sessions while at home.
Learn how to balance nursing with work, store milk, and use safe medications.
Inquire beforehand about the organization’s breastfeeding support policy, flexible work policies, and if there is a designated area for employees to express milk. Request breastfeeding breaks during working hours from your employer.
Find a daycare facility or creche close to your place of employment, and feed your infant during work breaks.
Use wearable pumps rather than standard ones. These are simple to use and less of a headache to utilize at work.
Create a robust support system that can provide you with the encouragement and assistance you sorely need.
Keep yourself well hydrated all day long.
The most rewarding experience is breastfeeding, which fosters a lifelong link between mother and child. Although it first seems difficult, nursing and work may be managed smoothly with a little experience and patience.
