Washington Adventist Hospital - Takoma Park, MD

Employer's Perspective:
It is important for us to support our breastfeeding employees at Washington Adventist Hospital because it is consistent with our mission and core values. As part of Adventist HealthCare, we deliver clinical and service excellence through a ministry of physical, mental and spiritual healing. We accomplish this by living our values of respect, integrity, service excellence and stewardship. Support for breastfeeding employees is a natural extension of our care, and contributes to our organizational goal to be the "Best Place to Work."

We all benefit when we have happy, healthy mothers returning to our workforce. Aside from a lower turnover rate, there are lower absentee rates, and decreased health care costs. At Washington Adventist Hospital, we truly care about the health and well-being of our employees and their families. Promotion and support for breastfeeding is an easy way to encourage and facilitate healthy lifestyle choices, and everyone wins!

Employee's Reaction:
I just want to share my experience as an RN working in this hospital (Washington Adventist). I had a baby 8 months ago and I wanted to breastfeed, but my greatest concern was what I am going to do when I return to work after my maternity leave. It was very helpful to have a great lactation lounge that provided privacy and a breast pump, along with a lactation nurse. Any time I approached her, she was helpful, such as with pumping instructions, or when I had concerns with lack of milk supply, and blocked ducts. I found the advice to be encouraging, and with support from my coworkers to cover me while I take my breaks to pump, my baby can drink my milk while I'm at work.
Mini P. Benjamin, RN



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