For new mothers and mothers traveling to a place for the first time can be a hassle especially if they have to breastfeed their baby or express milk. Davao has large malls and it can be daunting to find their breastfeeding stations. So here is your guide to the Breastfeeding Stations in Davao Malls.
Expanded Breastfeeding Promotion Act
Section 11 (Chapter 3) of Republic Act No. 10028 known as the Expanded Breastfeeding Promotion Act of 2009 institutionalizes the establishment of lactation or breastfeeding stations in all establishments.
Establishment of Lactation Stations. – It is hereby mandated that all health and non-health facilities, establishments or institutions shall establish lactation stations. The lactation stations shall be adequately provided with the necessary equipment and facilities, such as: lavatory for hand-washing, unless there is an easily-accessible lavatory nearby; refrigeration or appropriate cooling facilities for storing expressed breastmilk; electrical outlets for breast pumps; a small table; comfortable seats; and other items, the standards of which shall be defined by the Department of Health. The lactation station shall not be located in the toilet.
Breastfeeding Stations in Davao Malls
Here are the list of Breastfeeding Stations in Davao Malls and Shopping Centers:
| MALL | Breastfeeding Station | Landmarks |
| ABREEZA AYALA MALL | Family Lounge, 2nd Floor | One entrance near Robinson’s Deparment Store, another entrance near Sneaker Club |
| GAISANO MALL OF DAVAO | Upper Ground Floor | Near the Comfort Rooms, entrance near the Department Store entrance |
| SM CITY DAVAO | 2nd Floor | Near the stairs at the bridge between The Annex and the main mall |
| SM LANANG PREMIER | 3rd Floor, Mall Clinic | Enter hallway near Goldilocks |
| S&R DAVAO | Near the Comfort Rooms, enter hallway beside the food court cashier |
There are also Breastfeeding Stations in NCCC Mall Buhangin, NCCC Main Uyanguren, NCCC Panacan, NCCC Centerpoint Matina, and NCCC Calinan.
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