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January
How many Lactation Spaces do Employers need?
January 26, 2024
National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimates an employer should provide around 6 lactation spaces for every 1,000 female employees. These numbers are based on the pregnancy rate of 5-7%, a breastfeeding initiation rate of 75%, and most lactation sessions occur during work hours.
Suggested Number of Lactation Spaces for Employers
| Number of Female Employees | Number of Lactation Spaces |
|---|---|
| Fewer than 100 | 1 |
| 100 – 250 | 2 |
| 250 – 500 | 3 |
| 500 – 750 | 4 |
| 750 – 1,000 | 5 |
| Approximately 1,000 | 6 |
$7,945
For 1 Mom
$9,945
Full Size
$11,945
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