Free guide · Your Rights: Breastfeeding & Work (UK Law)
Do you know your rights when it comes to expressing, breaks, and space to breastfeed or pump at work?
Returning to work while breastfeeding can feel like a minefield, especially when you’re unsure what your employer has to provide, and what’s just "nice to have."
The result? Many mums feel guilty, unsupported, or pressured to stop sooner than they want to.
This free guide cuts through the legal jargon and tells you in plain English exactly what your rights are as a breastfeeding or expressing mother in the workplace under UK law.
What you’ll learn
- Whether your employer is required to provide breaks and a private space
- How to request accommodations — and what to say
- What’s protected by law vs what’s employer discretion
- How to stand up for your needs without conflict
- Support links and next steps if your rights are not respected
This is for you if…
- You're planning to continue breastfeeding after returning to work
- You're unsure what support you can ask for
- You want to feel confident in setting boundaries and making a plan that works for you and your baby