World Breastfeeding Week - The NWU sets an example with their breastfeeding policy

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World Breastfeeding Week specifically focuses on breastfeeding and employment/work in 2023. With that in mind, Mid-Morning Magic's Yolanda Maartens approached the NWU to find out what their breastfeeding policy stipulates. Bonita Maboeta shares the process of putting the policy together and also what it means to the staff of the North West University.

2 Aug 2023 5AM English South Africa Kids & Family · Education

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