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Policy Support for Breastfeeding Women at Work: a Comparison Between China and the United Kingdom

Authors
Zhenru Liu1, *
1School of Health Sciences, The University of Manchester, England, Manchester
*Corresponding author. Email: Zhenru.liu-2@student.manchester.ac.uk
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Zhenru Liu
Available Online 12 September 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-462-4_85How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Breastfeeding; Workplace support; Policy comparison; China; United Kingdom; Maternity leave; Breastfeeding breaks; Implementation gaps; public health policy
Abstract

This study undertook a comparative analysis of workplace breastfeeding support policies in China and the United Kingdom. By examining existing legislation, policy frameworks, and cultural contexts in both nations, the study identified notable strengths, such as explicit statutory breastfeeding protections in China and comprehensive maternity leave provisions along with robust anti-discrimination safeguards in the UK. Nevertheless, significant challenges persist, including gaps in policy implementation in China and the lack of a clear legal entitlement to breastfeeding in the workplace in the UK. This paper underscores the necessity of reinforcing policy enforcement, enhancing workplace environments, and elevating public awareness in both countries. Recommendations are proposed to improve breastfeeding support within the workplace, to increase breastfeeding continuation rates and to optimise maternal and child health outcomes.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 2025 9th International Seminar on Education, Management and Social Sciences (ISEMSS 2025)
Series
Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
12 September 2025
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978-2-38476-462-4
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2352-5398
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-462-4_85How to use a DOI?
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© 2025 The Author(s)
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