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The Mothers' Corner

The Mothers' Corner is a program for MGH, BWH and Partners employees returning to work after maternity leave. The Mothers' Corner provides new mothers with the opportunity to continue breastfeeding while back at work. An efficient, electric breast pump is provided in a private, comfortable room so working mothers can express their milk while at work.

What are the Benefits of Breastfeeding and Working?

Breast milk is the feeding method of choice recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Breast milk is nature's own food for the infant that is uniquely formulated with protein, fat, minerals, vitamins, and calories. It is easier to digest, and is less allergenic. Breast milk also contains many immunological factors that protect babies from infections. Fewer illnesses occur in breastfed babies during the first year of life.

The benefits of breastfeeding extend to the mother as well. Breastfeeding helps the mother get back into shape quicker, decreases the risk of breast cancer, and enables mothers to feel physically closer to their babies. Breastfeeding is less costly than formula and more convenient as well.

What Equipment Will I Need?

You will need to purchase a pump tubing set which is compatible with our pumps. An insulated carrier with an ice pack to transport the milk home is necessary, as breast milk must be kept cool. Contact the Employee Assistance Program, 617-726-6976, for additional information on purchasing the tubing set.

How much time will it take to pump?

The average length of time needed is about 10 to 15 minutes. Most mothers use the Mothers' Corner on their morning or afternoon break, or during lunchtime.

QUOTES:

"Using the Mothers' Corner eased the transition back to work for me".

"It was the best and quickest way to reconnect with my baby after working".

"I counted on the Mothers' Corner when I returned to work after having my second child. I didn't want to wean him early, and using the pump allowed me to continue nursing".

"The room is cozy and warm...quite a relaxing place to be".

"My son was a preemie, weighing under 4 1/2 pounds at birth. He has caught up, and is now a normal weight. He is healthy…I'm sure breast milk had something to do with that. The Mothers' Corner is a great advantage!"

How can I learn more about the Mothers' Corner?

If you are interested in using the Mothers' Corner, call one of the staff listed below. Please call in advance to schedule a brief orientation. Staff is available as a resource to you for any questions or concerns. BWH and MGH also have lactation consultants accessible for consultation.

Where are the Mothers' Corner locations? Whom do I contact for information?

Location	Contact Person/Dept	Telephone Number
BWH, Connors Center for Women and Newborn, Room 958	Rosemary Ryan Claire Cotes Gina Abbascia Paula Oliveira	617-732-7092 Pager 12121 Pager 31331 Pager 15620 Pager 39415
BWH, Tower 4A, Room 14B	Rosemary Ryan Claire Cotes Gina Abbascia Paula Oliveira	617-732-7092 Pager 12121 Pager 31331 Pager 15620 Pager 39415
BWH, Shapiro Cardiovascular Center, 8th Floor - Room 08126	Rosemary Ryan Claire Cotes Gina Abbascia Paula Oliveira	617-732-7092 Pager 12121 Pager 31331 Pager 15620 Pager 39415
BWH, 1 Brigham Circle, 3^rd floor, BC-3-024	Maureen Gauvin/Employee Assistance Program	617-732-6017
BWH, 900 Commonwealth Ave.	Harriet Samuelson	617-732-4965
MGH,Wang 2, Room 233	Allison Lilly/Employee Assistance Program	617-726-6976
MGH, Simches Research Center, 3rd floor, Room 3148	Allison Lilly/Employee Assistance Program	617-726-6976
MGH, Simches Research Center, 7th floor Library	Deverie Bongard, Molecular Biology	617-726-5935
MGH East, CNY, Building 149, 7^th floor, HR Dept.	Rebecca Coburn/CNY/Police & Security	617-724-9649
MGH, Institute of Health Professions, Room 230	Cammie Townsend, Clinical Coordinator for the Graduate School of Nursing	617-724-8462
MGH, Revere Health Center, 3^rd floor, OB/GYN Dept.	Debra Jacobson-Lenson	781-485-6061
PHS, Schrafft Center, Room 4.129	Sarah Gibbons/Finance	617- 643-3718
PHS, One Constitution Center, Room 244	Rebecca Coburn/CNY/Police & Security	617-724-9649
PHS, 101 Merrimac Street, Room 334	Dorota Hekking, Human Resources	617-726-7949
PHS, Wellesley Gateway, Room 2187A, next to K2 conference room	Kathy Taylor-Merryman/Info Systems	781-416-9410

* We have both Medela Lactina and Classic pumps in our rooms. Please call to confirm which pump is in a
room you plan to use.

When are the Mothers' Corner locations available?

The locations have 24-hour access with the exceptions of Chelsea (open regular hours of operation), Revere (Mon.–Fri. 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat. 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.) and BWH Tower (7:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.).

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Mothers' Corner Lending Library

For more information or to discuss lactation support services please contact Partners Employee Assistance Program at 1-866-724-4EAP.

In case of emergency, please call 911 or your local hospital emergency service.

This content was last modified on: 08/21/2008

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