World Breastfeeding Week 2025 (August 1–7), led globally by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA), returns with the theme: “Prioritise Breastfeeding: Create Sustainable Support Systems.” This theme calls on employers, communities, healthcare providers, and policymakers to create lasting structures that support breastfeeding families at every stage—especially in the workplace.
At Transitions Into Parenting, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on breastfeeding-friendly workplaces in Chicago and surrounding areas that are leading the way in sustainable support for working parents. These employers go beyond compliance—they build inclusive cultures where breastfeeding is supported, normalized, and celebrated.
Chicago breastfeeding-friendly workplaces 2025 honorees
In recognition of World Breastfeeding Week, we are thrilled to honor the following breastfeeding-friendly workplaces in Chicago for their commitment to long-term lactation support:
American Academy of Pediatrics (Itasca, IL)
Art Institute of Chicago (Chicago, IL)
Baxter (Deerfield and Round Lake, IL)
BP (Chicago, IL)
CDW (Chicago and Vernon Hills, IL)
CNA (Chicago, IL)
Kirkland & Ellis LLP (Chicago, IL and nationwide)
McDonald’s (Chicago, IL)
Northern Trust (Chicago, IL)
USG (Chicago, IL)
These organizations exemplify what it means to be truly breastfeeding-friendly workplaces in Chicago, providing meaningful support for nursing parents through infrastructure, policy, and culture.
What makes a workplace breastfeeding-friendly?
Leading employers share a commitment to sustainable practices that empower working parents. Common features include:
- Private, well-equipped lactation rooms
- Access to lactation consultants and parental support resources
- Breastpumps provided in the workplace to reduce a parent’s workload during their commute
- A workplace culture that normalizes and supports pumping
- Flexibility when parents need it the most
These practices not only help families meet their breastfeeding goals—they foster loyalty, wellness, and productivity.
Why breastfeeding support at work matters
Returning to work is one of the biggest challenges breastfeeding parents face. Without reliable systems in place, many families are forced to end their breastfeeding journey earlier than intended.
That’s why sustainable lactation support isn’t just a “nice to have”—it’s essential. And thanks to breastfeeding-friendly workplaces in Chicago, more families are reaching their goals and thriving at work and home.
Join the movement and become a breastfeeding-friendly workplace
This World Breastfeeding Week, we celebrate the companies that are setting a new standard. Their efforts benefit not just their employees, but the broader Chicago community.
Interested in making your organization a breastfeeding-friendly workplace in Chicago?
Transitions Into Parenting can help you build sustainable, inclusive lactation and parenting programs tailored to your team’s needs.
Happy World Breastfeeding Week 2025! Let’s continue creating work environments where nursing parents are supported every day of the year.