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Resources & Information

This page has some general information that may be helpful for single mother students such as information on laws & rights. 

Breastfeeding, Pumping, & Support

Breastfeeding Laws

Visit https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pump-at-work to learn about breastfeeding laws at work and school. 

Breastfeeding Helpline

You can visit this website for information about the helpline and other resources: https://www.womenshealth.gov/about-us/what-we-do/programs-and-activities/helpline

Breastfeeding as a Student

The National Women's Law Center provides information about breastfeeding rights in various situations, including as a student: https://nwlc.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/FAQBreastfeeding_nwlc_PPToolkitAug2016.pdf

Title IX

Title IX has a long history and was developed to protect students specifically against gender-based discrimination. As a single mother student, many of the protections provided for by Title IX are relevant to you. Learn more here: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/tix_dis.html 

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