A lactation break is break provided to a working, breastfeeding woman to enable her to breastfeed or express breastmilk while at work. Lactation breaks are provided in addition to normal breaks (e.g. tea, lunch) and it is recommended that women receive two, 30 minute breaks per working day to enable them to breastfeed. However, in Australia employers are not legally required to provide paid lactation breaks.
More information on Breastfeeding and the Workplace.
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