At CLS, we partner with employers to create breastfeeding-friendly workplaces that support employees throughout pregnancy, maternity leave, and their return to work.
Through personalized lactation programs, workplace assessments, lactation room consulting, policy development, and breast milk shipping services, we help organizations build a culture that supports working families while strengthening employee engagement and retention.
Supporting breastfeeding employees is more than an employee benefit - it is an investment in workforce retention, employee well-being, and organizational success.
Research has shown that new moms who are providing milk for their babies are less likely to miss work, have lower medical costs and health insurance claims, and are more loyal to the company.
Women make up 57% of the U.S. workforce, but many may choose not to return to work after childbirth due to the overwhelming challenge of balancing breastfeeding with their careers.
One of the most significant barriers for working mothers is the absence of a safe, private lactation space, paired with a lack of supportive systems that accommodate their needs. Supporting breastfeeding employees can help you retain your experienced employees, substantially adding to the company’s experienced workforce.
Every workplace is different. Our team works alongside employers to develop practical solutions that support breastfeeding employees while aligning with organizational goals, policies, and workplace environments.
At CLS, we offer dedicated employee support programs to uplift and empower nursing mothers returning to work. Our three packages offer Comprehensive Lactation Programs designed in alignment with the Surgeon General’s recommendations and thoughtfully tailored to meet the needs of your employees.
With virtual visits and access to personal lactation consultants, we ensure every new mom receives individualized, expert guidance wherever they are in their breastfeeding journey.
Our programs build a supportive workplace culture, helping you create informed, compassionate, and practical systems that allow breastfeeding employees to thrive both at work and at home.
Explore our employee support programs below to find the right fit that aligns with your organization's goals, workplace culture, and employee needs.
At CLS, we understand that a private, safe, and respectful space is essential for supporting nursing mothers in the workplace. We help you design and implement lactation rooms that meet both legal requirements and the real-life needs of breastfeeding employees.
According to federal law, the space provided for expressing breast milk cannot be a bathroom, must be free from intrusion, and shielded from view. Our team works directly with your organization to ensure these standards are met while also promoting a warm, welcoming environment that supports a mom's comfort, dignity, and well-being.
Our team offers expert guidance on:
With thoughtful design and expert input, your lactation room can become a meaningful expression of your organization’s support for working families — a key part of a more inclusive and equitable workplace.
A supportive workplace begins with clear, compassionate, and actionable policies. Our team helps you design and implement lactation support policies that not only comply with federal and state laws but also reflect a genuine commitment to the well-being of your breastfeeding employees.
Our team helps you create policies that:
Meet legal standards, including the federal Break Time for Nursing Mothers law and relevant state-specific regulations.
Clearly outline the rights of breastfeeding employees, including access to time and a private space to pump.
Establish expectations for supervisors and staff to ensure respectful implementation.
Define procedures for requesting lactation accommodations.
Promote equity and inclusivity, so all nursing moms can access the support they need.
We also provide templates, staff training materials, and communication strategies to help integrate policies into workplace culture with empathy and professionalism.
Business travel should not interrupt a mother’s ability to nourish her baby. Our CLS Ships service is designed to help breastfeeding employees continue to provide breast milk for their infants, even when they’re away from home.
With CLS Ships, breastfeeding employees can confidently ship milk home quickly and safely. This program removes the logistical burden from mothers and employers alike, offering reliable and sensitive support.
CLS Ships includes:
CLS Ships empowers breastfeeding employees to stay connected to their babies, ensuring continuity of care while advancing in their careers.
Our employer programs are designed to provide varying levels of support based on your organization's needs, workforce size, and family benefits strategy.
Our Silver Package provides employees with valuable education and a dedicated, clinically trained partner who provides nursing support, guidance, and training.
The Silver Package includes:
Our 6-call lactation support includes:
The breastfeeding mom can reach out to our lactation consultant at any time during her breastfeeding journey for guidance or support. If the mother is not returning to the workplace, our consultant will be available for an assessment call.
Our Gold Package provides your organization with an assessment of your office-based facilities and long-term support and education for breastfeeding employees.
As a Gold Partner, your organization and employees who are new mothers receive essential guidance and support to help working moms thrive both in their professional roles and their motherhood journey.
The Gold Package includes:
Our 10-call lactation support program includes:
If the breastfeeding employee is not returning to the workplace, she will still receive a personalized assessment call tailored to her goals.
Our Platinum Package provides all of the same services as the Gold Package, plus additional on-site resources, including hospital-grade pumps and ongoing Webex training for mothers and staff.
The Platinum package includes:
Our comprehensive 12-call program offers consistent, personalized support throughout your breastfeeding journey:
If a mother is not returning to the workplace, she will still receive a customized assessment call to continue receiving support aligned with her goals.
Silver Package | Gold Package | Platinum Package |
|---|---|---|
Prenatal Breastfeeding Educational Package | Prenatal Breastfeeding Educational Package | Prenatal Breastfeeding Educational Package |
6-call outreach program | 10-call outreach program | 12-call outreach program |
Administration of the company-sponsored breast pump subsidy program | Administration of the company-sponsored breast pump subsidy program | Administration of the company-sponsored breast pump subsidy program |
Unlimited call-in program until weaning | Unlimited call-in program until weaning | Unlimited call-in program until weaning |
Assessment of facilities and lactation rooms | Assessment of facilities and lactation rooms | |
Corporate policy review and recommendations | Corporate policy review and recommendations | |
6 Webex classes per year | 12 Webex classes per year | |
Corporate on-site hospital-grade breast pump rental | Corporate on-site hospital-grade breast pump rental | |
CLS Ships program (domestic only) | CLS Ships program: includes International shipping | |
NICU program | NICU program | |
NICU gift package |
Our team helps you support your breastfeeding employees and build a more inclusive workplace. From private lactation room design to personalized support and employee education, our tailored programs make it easier for working moms to thrive at work.
To learn how we can support your organization in implementing a lactation program, please call our office at 888-818-5653 or request an appointment using our contact form.
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