Breast Pump Coverage for Breastfeeding Mothers
Recent government legislation has made it easier for breastfeeding mothers to access breast pumps and supplies.
Affordable Care Act
Beginning on August 1st, 2012; Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), breastfeeding services and supplies are covered without cost sharing in health plans.
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act is a health insurance reform legislation signed into law that requires health plans to cover preventive services at no cost. Preventive services are covered that have strong scientific evidence of their health benefits, such as breastfeeding. Under Preventive Services for Women, provisions require health plans to cover breastfeeding services and supplies without cost-sharing.
Know the Benefits of Breastfeeding
Breast Feeding Overview – Overall benefits for mothers and babies – WebMD
Common Questions About Breast Feeding with Pumps – KidsHealth
“I Breastfed from a Bottle”: One Mother’s Story – Parenting | Author: Amy Levin-Epstein
Understanding the Breastfeeding Process
Pumping Your Breast Milk: An Overview – babycenter
Pumping Breast Milk 101 – What to Expect
The Ultimate Guide to Storing Breast Milk – Theabsoluteparent.com