Get recognition for your support of breastfeeding mums
Apply for an award for your welcoming and comfortable baby care room
The Australian Breastfeeding Association’s Baby Care Room award program promotes and recognises community premises that provide suitable feeding and changing facilities for breastfeeding mums and caregivers throughout Australia.
Benefits of participating in the program
Promotion of your business on our searchable, interactive map
Resources to guide you in setting up your baby care room
Recognition for your support of breastfeeding mothers and care givers
Criteria for the awards
Baby care rooms are awarded when they meet the essential criteria. Extra features in the room are encouraged and will be promoted accordingly.
Baby Care Room Award Criteria
Private or lockable breastfeeding space
Comfortable seating
Hot and cold water/hand washing facilities
Pram access
Power point for breast pumps/ Phone charger
Separate and assessible change facilities
Products available to clean facilities
Clean and smoke free environment
Disposal units accessible
No advertising of artificial milk for any age
Well signed/ easy to find
Welcoming and appealing environment
Extra features
Separate drinking water available
Free Wifi
Temperature appropriate
Nappies / baby wipes provided
Microwave / kettle / hot water available
Toddler toilets
Secure toddler play area
High Chair
Side table
Community noticeboard
Register your baby care room
If your room fits the bill, the next step is to register your details to have your venue added to our interactive map.
