The Breastfeeding Network

Further information - returning to work (External Websites)

Department of Health

Providing health and social care policy, guidance and publications for NHS and social care professionals

• NHS Breastfeeding Information
• Breastfeeding and Work Booklet (PDF)

Directgov - the official government website

Easy access to the public services you use and the information you need, delivered by the UK government

• Direct Govt: Work and Families

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

HSE's job is to protect people against risks to health or safety arising out of work activities.

• Guidance for new and expectant mothers
• Frequently Asked Questions
• (PDF) Working safely with ionising radiation
• Legislation affecting new and expectant mothers at work
• Guidance on legal issues

International Labour Standards

The International Labour Organization (ILO) is the tripartite UN agency that brings together governments, employers and workers of its member states in common action to promote decent work throughout the world.

• Maternity Protection

BERR (Department for Business)

• Maternity entitlements and responsibilities

Government Equalities Office

• Gender Equality Duty

Equality and Human Rights Commission

The Equality and Human Rights Commission champions equality and human rights for all, working to eliminate discrimination, reduce inequality, protect human rights and to build good relations, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to participate in society.

Working Families

Working Families helps children, working parents and carers and their employers find a better balance between responsibilities at home and work. By operating in the real world of pragmatic advice and practical solutions, we are making our vision a reality.

• After Maternity Leave factsheet (word document)

Acas

Acas aims to improve organisations and working life through better employment relations. Our experienced advisers help organisations improve productivity through impartial advice, training, information and a range of problem resolution services.

Health Scotland

Information and resources to support health improvement practitioners and organisations working with us to improve Scotland's health and reduce inequalities.

• Breastfeeding and returning to work: Off to a good start booklet (PDF)

World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA)

The World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA) is a global network of individuals & organisations concerned with the protection, promotion & support of breastfeeding worldwide. WABA action is based on the Innocenti Declaration, the Ten Links for Nurturing the Future and the Global Strategy for Infant & Young Child Feeding. WABA is in consultative status with UNICEF & an NGO in Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations (ECOSOC).

• Women and Work

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