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World Breast Pumping Day

Pump, pump hooray - it's World Breast Pumping Day! Let's raise awareness and support for breastfeeding mothers everywhere.

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January 2027

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEJanuary 27

OBSERVED INInternationally

CATEGORYAwareness

SUBCATEGORYHealth Conditions

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to celebrate all the hardworking moms out there on World Breast Pumping Day on January 27! This day was first established in 2014 by a group of dedicated mothers who wanted to raise awareness and support for breastfeeding and pumping. Breast pumps have been around since the late 1800s, but it wasn't until recent years that they became more widely used and accepted. This day is a reminder of the dedication and love that goes into providing breast milk for babies, and also serves as a way to break the stigma surrounding breastfeeding in public. So let's raise our bottles (or bags) and toast to all the amazing moms making it work every day!

TIMELINE

World Breast Pumping Day Timeline

First Modern Breast Pump

Inventor Orwell H. Needham patents the first design for a mechanical breast pump.

Electrical Breast Pump Patent

Allen L. Champaign gains a patent for the first electrical breast pump in the United States.

Medela Introduces Electric Model

Medela, a leading breast pump manufacturer, introduces an efficient electric breast pump designed for hospital use.

Obamacare and Breast Pump Coverage

Obamacare mandates insurance plans to cover the cost of breast pumps, expanding access to more mothers.

Workplace Pumping Rights

Federal "Break Time for Nursing Mothers" law necessitates employers to provide adequate break time and a place for breastfeeding mothers to pump milk.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate World Breast Pumping Day

Host a pumping party

Gather other breastfeeding moms and celebrate World Breast Pumping Day together! Share pumping tips, stories, and support each other while enjoying some snacks and drinks.

DONATE

Donate breast milk

Donate your extra breast milk to a milk bank or to other moms in need. This is a great way to celebrate the importance of breast pumping and help others in the process.

TAKE

Take a breastfeeding photo shoot

Celebrate your breastfeeding journey by taking a beautiful photo shoot with your baby and breast pump. This is a great way to capture the bond between mother and child and raise awareness about the benefits of breast pumping.

ORGANIZE

Organize a fundraising event

Host a fundraising event to raise money for breast pumping supplies and support organizations that help breastfeeding mothers. This is a great way to give back and celebrate the impact of breast pumping on mothers and babies.

Share your breastfeeding journey

Use social media to share your breastfeeding journey and spread awareness about World Breast Pumping Day. Share tips, challenges, and moments of triumph to inspire other moms and celebrate the power of breast pumping.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why World Breast Pumping Day is Important

It advocates for better workplace support for pumping mothers

Many women face barriers when it comes to balancing work and breastfeeding or pumping. World Breast Pumping Day raises awareness about the need for supportive workplace policies that allow mothers to continue providing breast milk for their babies even after returning to work.

It promotes awareness about breastfeeding and pumping

World Breast Pumping Day is a crucial reminder for breastfeeding parents to educate themselves and others about the benefits of breastfeeding and pumping. By raising awareness, we can break down stigmas and promote healthy feeding practices for infants.

It recognizes the hard work and dedication of pumping mothers

Breast pumping can be a challenging and time-consuming task for many mothers. World Breast Pumping Day acknowledges their efforts in providing their babies with valuable nutrients through breast milk, while also juggling other responsibilities.