A growing body of research continues to affirm the health and wellness benefits of providing human breast milk to babies, including:

• stronger immune systems to defend against bacteria and viruses
• nutrients designed to enhance brain and physical development
• unique opportunities for parent and child bonding
   

This section is designed to familiarize University of Arizona benefits-eligible employee and student parent families who are:

• planning to become pregnant
• pregnant
• nursing their child(ren)

with a spectrum of individual, instructional/managerial and organizational considerations; guidelines, strategies and resources associated with lactation and breastfeeding within an academic setting. Opportunities to review related frequently asked questions and request a personalized, lactation consultation are also available.

"Mommy Connections" Lactation Program for Employees and Students

"Mommy Connections" is designed to assist and support mothers returning to campus responsibilities who wish to provide breast milk for their infants. The Program offers a one-time discount off the purchase price of a personal-grade breast pump or subsidizes the first month’s rental of a personal-grade breast pump from University Medical Center-UMC, on a first come, first served basis. UA Life & Work Connections gratefully acknowledges contributions from UMC and the Commission on the Status of Women-CSW in supporting this unique and innovative partnership. Click here for more information.

Please call (520) 621-2493 if you have child care and parenting inquiries or visit UA Life & Work Connections' Child Care and Family Resources to review available child care services.