Search element - Quick search bar

How to become a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace

Becoming an accredited Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace is a three-step process:

What is included in the accreditation package?

As a BFW accredited organisation, you will have exclusive access to effective and accessible resources

Blue livechat

Ongoing support

Access to the BFW team for support with program implementation and the accreditation process.

Blue marketplace

Support with internal communications

BFW provides assistance and resources to help your organisation develop Communications Plans and a Breastfeeding Policy

Blue heart world

Promotion and publicity

Stickers and digital artwork for internal and external use. Listing on the ABA website and inclusion in ABA publications.

Blue mail

BFW newsletter

Bi-monthly newsletter with ideas and resources to maximise communication opportunities, along with latest research, news, changes to legislation and best practice updates.

Blue star

Certificate of Accreditation

Accreditation certificate for display within accredited workplaces.

You would be joining these organisations as a leading family-friendly workplace:

There are BFW accredited organisations in a wide range of sectors across Australia who have made a commitment to support their breastfeeding employees.

Logoselection-BFWOrganisations

Want to receive a free quote?

Please submit an Expression of Interest via the online web form

Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace - An Australian Breastfeeding Association Initiative

Employer FAQs

What types of workplaces become accredited as Breastfeeding Friendly?

A variety of organisations both small and large in government, private and not-for-profit sectors. We have accredited organisations right across Australia and across a range of industries including: 

  • Tourism & Information 

  • Government: Federal, State, Local 

  • Health Care 

  • Energy & Mining 

  • Manufacturing 

  • Finance & Investment 

  • Education 

  • Retail 

  • Emergency Services & Armed Forces 

  • Community Services & Not-for-profits 

How much does accreditation cost? 

The cost of Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace Accreditation is dependent on the size and complexity of your organisation.