National Breastfeeding Month focuses on improving the Nation's health by working collaboratively to protect, promote and support breastfeeding.

The Business Case for Breastfeeding is a comprehensive program designed to educate employers about the value of supporting breastfeeding employees in the workplace.
Breastfeeding Webinar: Pumped Up

How to support breastfeeding in the workplace, increase productivity and reduce turnover rates. (August 22nd - 2:00 PM)
New Lactation Room Laws: What Employers Need to Know

An examination of existing policies, with a discussion on some practical guidance for New York City employers in light of the new laws.
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Psoriasis Awareness Month
Psoriasis shouldn't stop your employees from living their life. With today's treatment options, so much is possible. Find out how!
NEBGH in the News!
Congratulations to NEBGH's CEO Candice Sherman and board member Mitra Behroozi, Executive Director of 1199SEIU National Benefit Fund, on being named Notable Women in Health Care by Crain's New York Business. NEBGH member organizations with additional honorees are:
  • 1199 SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds
  • Columbia University
  • Hospital for Special Surgery
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
  • Montefiore Health System
  • Mount Sinai Health System
  • Northwell Health
  • Pfizer
  • Visiting Nurse Services of New York
NEBGH Member Cara Pensabene, MD shares important things to know on breastfeeding in the workplace and Necrotizing Fasciitis (also known as flesh-eating bacteria) .