A lactation room for breastfeeding mothers across HSC is now available

[Link]Breastfeeding mothers at The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth have a private space in the Medical Education Training Building on the west end of campus. The Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine's Office of Medical Student Success originally opened the lactation room in 2022.

The room, located in MET 454, is private and secluded, designed specifically for breastfeeding mothers who need support when returning to work or studying on campus. The room is open to all HSC faculty, staff and students.

The goal of the lactation room is to provide a private, comfortable and welcoming environment for new mothers. The room contains ambient lighting, a recliner, a chairside desk, pillows, power strips for multiple plug-ins and devices, a large sink and a cabinet with drawers.

The room also has lockers to store pump equipment if needed, along with a modular refrigerator for the temporary storage of breastmilk and a restroom nearby.

Anyone interested in access to the room, must fill out a Badge Request Form and return it to the Office of Medical Student Success. Please reach out to Dr. Rynn Ziller at [email protected] for questions or to get a Badge Request Form.

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