Work experience of breastfeeding nurses returning to work after maternity leave in Liaoning Province of China: A qualitative study

Key Points:

• Breastfeeding nurses encounter difficulties such as time constraints, lack of private lactation spaces, and workplace policies.

• Support from colleagues, supervisors, and institutional policies plays a crucial role in their breastfeeding continuation.

• Findings highlight the need for improved workplace accommodations and policies to support breastfeeding nurses in their transition back to work.