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Top Holiday Gifts for New Parents and Babies
It’s that time of the year! We are all making our lists and checking them twice. Ensuring that we have the right gift this year for our loved ones as more and more families gather again post-pandemic. Many of us have new or expecting parents on our shopping lists this year, and finding that special gift this holiday can be difficult. With shipping delays, store shelves not as amply stocked, and not knowing what new moms would want for themselves or their babies, the task can be daunting. ...
Indigenous Milk Medicine Recap and Resources for National Breastfeeding Month
"Indigenous Milk Medicine is a first sacred food and a sustainable food system that advances rematriation (returning to the sacred mother), public health and ceremony." The second week of National Breastfeeding Month begins with Indigenous Milk Medicine Week. The Indigenous Milk Medicine Collective sponsors the observance every year. What is the Milk Medicine Collective? “The Milk Medicine Collective is a grassroots organization of Native Women, two-spirit, and femme lactation provi...
Healthy Horizons Tongue Tie Resources and Doctors
We've all heard the phrase "being tongue-tied" When we stumble over words or have a hard time communicating. For some infants, tongue-tie is a very real and serious oral health issue. Some infants are born with a genetic condition called Ankyloglossia (tongue-tie), or a Lip Frenulum (lip-tie). Tongue-tie happens when the frenulum-the small band of tissue that extends from the floor of the mouth to the tongue-is overly thick or short and restricts the tongue's movement. Lip-t...
Why Workplace Lactation Rooms are Required in the Hybrid Work Environment
More and more employees adjust to hybrid work or a full return to the office Workplaces prepare to reopen their lactation rooms and welcome back parents. As parents return it is critical we make sure employees are safe, healthy, and feel a sense of belonging, no matter where they do their job. Hybrid Working Models: Ready to Use Lactation Rooms As workplaces navigate the constantly changing pandemic environment, lactation rooms must be at the top of the list as part of welcoming back employe...
How to Make Pumping at Work More Comfortable
Tips for Mothers Returning to Work after Maternity Leave Pregnancy, birth, and maternity leave are a whirlwind. These experiences are fun, and absorbing. Eventually for many moms though maternity leave will come to an end and returning to work can become a source of stress. However, there are things that you can do to prepare for returning to work and make pumping more comfortable. In this post we’ve collected actionable tips from moms who have been in the lactation rooms to help inspire a...
When Should I Stop Chest or Breastfeeding?
Should I Extend Chest or Breastfeeding Beyond The First Year? While many agree that human milk is ideal for babies, there are some that think there is a specific time, duration and place for it to be appropriate. We are here to say, whatever works for you is the right thing! The early days after having a baby are often a blur as you and baby are learning together. When you emerge from the haze of the early days and challenges and finally get the hang of chest or breastfeeding, some people ...
COVID and Breastfeeding Resources
Our Top COVID-19 and Breastfeeding Resources for You Throughout the pandemic, Healthy Horizons has been by your side with chest and breastfeeding resources to help keep you updated. We've covered everything from the health, safety, and legal aspects of chest and breastfeeding during this unprecedented time. We continually update the resources we've created and found, curating a one-stop space for new parents to get the most relevant information. Helpful Articles Your COVID-19 Work...
Lactation Room Contest 2026
9th Annual Lactation Room Contest Is Accepting Nominations! Does your workplace lactation room need a little love and attention? Nominate your organization to win an incredible Lactation Room Upgrade for your workplace, plus a special prize package for a new parent! We selected two Grand Prize winners and one Runner Up Prize. Total value of all prizes was $22,895 in 2026. Who can nominate? Parents, employers, and advocates—anyone who wants to support pumping parents at work! Deadline: Au...
Welcome to Workplace Lactation Week - Theme: Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the modern parent.
4th Annual Workplace Lactation Week™ 2026 This year’s theme is Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the modern parent. Welcome to Workplace Lactation Week™, a dedicated week celebrated along with National Breastfeeding Month. This year, we're focused on "Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the modern parent." This themed week serves as an invaluable resource for leaders, parents, and businesses, providing essential information, resources, and best practices to promote a truly su...
Navigating the Nuances: 6 Myths and Realities about the World Health Organization International Code of Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes
Navigating the Nuances: 6 Myths and Realities about the International Code of Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes Healthy Horizons is proud to be WHO Code Compliant. We are committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in the marketing of our products and supporting breastfeeding as the optimal way to nourish infants. Our long-standing commitment to evaluating our operations and offerings consistently to reflect Code compliance reflects our dedication to the health and well-b...
What Employers Need to Know: Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)
What Employers Need to Know: Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is a federal law that requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions. The law was passed in December 2022, and went into effect on June 27, 2023. It was modeled after the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) which has been in place for over 30 years. What makes the PWFA different? It specifically focuses on pr...
What is National Breastfeeding Month? The History, 2023 Themes, and Events
What is National Breastfeeding Month? The History, 2023 Themes, and Events National Breastfeeding Month is celebrated in August every year, and is dedicated to raising awareness of the importance and benefits of chest/breastfeeding for both infants and parents. Organizations in the lactation space provide families with support, resources, and information, encouraging them to make informed choices, and overcome barriers they may experience. How did breastfeeding month begin? It star...
Creating Your Ideal Birth Plan: Step-by-Step Guide & Free Templates
Creating Your Ideal Birth Plan: Step-by-Step Guide & Free Templates What is a birth plan? It is an outline of how you envision your labor, delivery, and recovery, and a helpful guide to let your care team know what you desire. A birth plan can be a good way to help you organize your thoughts and feelings around labor and delivery, and helps you and your partner or support person align before the big day comes. It may help to role-play different scenarios with your partner as you are p...
Lactation Celebration: Your Guide to Events & Themes for National Breastfeeding Month 2024
Lactation Celebration: Your Guide to Events & Themes for National Breastfeeding Month 2024 Get ready to embrace the power of connection and uplifting one another as we celebrate National Breastfeeding Month – a two-month journey dedicated to honoring the incredible bond between parents and infants. From August to September, we'll delve into the rich history, diverse themes, and exciting events that make this observance a true celebration of lactation. National Breastfeeding Mo...
Hospital Bag Checklist: What to Pack for Labor and Delivery
The Important Stuff - Must Haves: 🗹 Driver’s License/Identification 🗹 Insurance card 🗹 A copy of your birth plan (plus maybe an extra copy) 🗹 Phone charger, extra long cord 🗹 Glasses or contacts, contact solution 🗹 Cord banking kit (if you are banking cord blood) 🗹 Toiletries - toothbrush, hair ties, etc. 🗹 Going home outfit for you The Extras - Nice to Haves: 🗹 Snacks, hard candy 🗹 Comfortable robe 🗹 Pajamas - nursing friendly if you are breastfeeding 🗹 Socks 🗹 Nursing bras 🗹 Bra pads 🗹 N...
Welcome to Workplace Lactation Week 2023 - Theme: Preparing for the PUMP Act!
Welcome to Workplace Lactation Week™ 2023 - Theme: Preparing for the PUMP Act! Welcome to Workplace Lactation Week™, a week created by Healthy Horizons and celebrated in conjunction with National Breastfeeding Month, with a special focus on working and pumping. The 2023 theme is "Preparing for the PUMP Act." This themed week serves as an invaluable resource for leaders, parents, and businesses, providing essential information, resources, and best practices to promote a lactation-f...
