Lubbock VA Clinic installs lactation pod for nursing mothers
The Lubbock VA Clinic installed a lactation pod for nursing mothers Saturday, July 15, 2023, to better serve its employees and the rapidly growing women Veteran population.
The stand-alone Mamava Lactation Pod is designed to give nursing mothers a private and safe place to breastfeed or pump. It locks automatically upon entry to provide privacy and comes equipped with two spacious benches, shelves, Wi-Fi, a USB port and power outlets. The pod can be accessed by an app that will also let the user know of other designated lactation areas across the nation.
“This is a win for our Women Veterans and employees,” said Carmen Weaver, Women’s Health Care Coordinator at the Lubbock VA Clinic. “We hope the pod empowers our breastfeeding and pumping moms and supports their need for efficiency.”
The Amarillo VA Health Care System serves over 2,300 Women Veterans and cares for more than 35 pregnant Veterans annually. Additionally, the Amarillo VA Medical Center and Lubbock VA Clinic host “Mommy and Me” baby showers throughout the year to provide gifts, resources and more to enrolled maternity Veterans.
Visit this link to learn more about our Women’ Health program: https://www.va.gov/amarillo-health-care/health-services/women-veteran-care/