The legal duration of lactation is one year, calculated from the day the baby is born until the child reaches one year old. Our country’s labor laws have clear provisions on this. The standard maternity leave is set at 90 days, but due to factors such as late marriage and childbirth, adjustments may vary by region, with the specific duration of maternity leave determined by local policies.
During this special period, employers must adhere to national guidelines and refrain from assigning high-intensity work or unsuitable tasks to pregnant or lactating female employees, ensuring that their working hours and conditions do not adversely affect their health, typically avoiding night shifts. At the national level, a series of welfare policies have also been introduced to protect the rights and health of this special group.
Lactation is not only a crucial stage in the growth and development of mammals but also an essential part of their life cycle. Breast milk, as a natural and complex source of nutrition, surpasses other dairy products in nutritional value, and the composition of nutrients in breast milk varies according to factors such as season, maternal age, and number of childbirths. Therefore, mothers who breastfeed should pay attention to their diet during this period, avoid consuming foods that may affect milk production, to maintain their own and their baby’s health, ensuring optimal breastfeeding results.
