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References used for this fact sheet
- Breastfeeding and work, Australian Breastfeeding Association. More information here.
- Can you return to work and still breastfeed?, Australian Breastfeeding Association. More information here.
- The importance of workplace support for breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace. More information here.
- Dietary guidelines for Australians, National Health and Medical Research Council. More information here.
- Inquiry into breastfeeding, Chapter 5: Breastfeeding challenges, Parliament of Australia House of Representatives. More information here.
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