Join the Movement with Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace Accreditation!
We recognise the importance of supporting both professional careers and family life. Our accreditation program empowers organisations to become advocates for breastfeeding employees, fostering a culture of inclusivity, support, and wellbeing.
Designed and developed for organisations and businesses, our goal is to remove the workplace as a barrier to breastfeeding. Let's support working mums and foster a welcoming workplace together!
What is a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace?
The accreditation recognises organisations that actively support breastfeeding employees through supportive policies, flexible breaks, private spaces and a positive culture
There are 3 key elements that encompass a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace
1. Time
Allowing time for a mother to feed/express during working hours.
2. Space
Providing a private space for mothers to feed/express during working hours.
3. Supportive culture
Creating an inclusive and culturally supportive work environment.
How the accreditation process works
Step 1:
Submit an Expression of Interest Form
It's quick and easy form, to receive your free quote for accreditation cost
Step 2:
Receive and accept your quote
Within 7 business days, we'll email you a quote for the cost of accreditation. Once accepted and paid, you'll get access to the online toolkit and modules to begin your accreditation
Step 3:
Work through the online toolkit and modules
Access to resources and learning modules on legal responsibilities, policy development, facilities and workplace culture
Step 4:
Submit required documents
To gain Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace accreditation, submit necessary documents and surveys that meet the standards of time, space and supportive culture.
Step 5:
Accreditation Achieved for 12-months
Once all the submitted documents have been reviewed, you'll be granted accreditation valid for 12-months
Step 6:
Mainitaining Ongoing Accreditation
Each year, we confirm your contact details and renew your accreditation with a quick compliance survey and fee, plus a quality audit every two years.
A closer look at the Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace accreditation
Returning to work while breastfeeding can be challenging for many parents. As an employer, creating a supportive environment helps your staff feel valued, improves wellbeing and boosts retention. Becoming a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace shows your commitment to helping parents balance work and family.
- Attract and retain talented employees who feel supported.
- Boost staff morale and productivity through a caring workplace.
- Meet legal obligations around discrimination and workplace health and safety.
- Enhance your reputation as a progressive and inclusive employer.
There is an initial sign-up fee plus a recurring annual fee. Fees are based on the size of your organisation and demographic. Discounts are available for not-for-profits.
You can submit an Expression of Interest to receive a free, no-obligation quote for your organisation
Positive feedback from accredited Breastfeeding Friendly Workplaces
We have received welcomed feedback from team members regrading our implementation of an adequate space and facility where parents have the privacy, space, time to breastfeed.
JLL, accredited since 2022
The inclusion of our BFW accreditation in our recruitment and induction materials, has been mentioned as a positive action by candidates and new staff. The accreditation aligns with our culture of care and accountability and demonstrates our commitment to our employees experience.
Pharmacy Guild of Australia, accredited since 2011
It's been a first year for our accreditation. I am very glad we took the step forward to take up accreditation. The team at BFW has been super supportive and friendly in answering our questions and ensuring we are set up for success.
Paul Ramsay Foundation, accredited since 2023
What the Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace accreditation offers your organisation
Comprehensive Guidelines and Support
The accreditation process provides detailed guidelines and best practices for creating a supportive environment for breastfeeding employees. From designated breastfeeding and expressing rooms to flexible work arrangements, we offer practical solutions tailored to each organisation's needs.
Employee Education
Our program includes educational materials to help employees and managers understand the benefits of breastfeeding and their role in creating a supportive environment.
Recognition and Promotion
Upon successful completion of our accreditation process, organisations receive official recognition as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace from ABA. This prestigious recognition not only demonstrates a commitment to employee well-being but also serves as a powerful recruitment and retention tool.
Are you ready to take the first step towards creating a supportive workplace?
Join Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace Accreditation and become a leader in promoting employee well-being and work-life balance. Together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of working parents and their families.
Become an accredited by submitting an Expression of Interest via the online web form to receive a free quote
Are you returning to work?
The Australian Breastfeeding Association has a number of useful and supporting resources to help mothers return to work while continuing to breastfeed
Find out more about the Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace program
What are the organisational benefits of becoming accredited?
Discover the steps to obtaining BFW accreditation
Find out about the process of achieving BFW accreditation
Current organisation accredited as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace
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