In addition to providing numerous health benefits, research suggests breastfeeding decreases the risk of childhood obesity. Though the percentage of mothers who start out breastfeeding is high, most do not continue for the length of time recommended to achieve maximum health benefits. Employment has been identified as a barrier for breastfeeding duration. For information on the health benefits of breastfeeding, the Colorado Workplace Accommodations Act for Nursing Mothers, and how to best support nursing mothers as an employer, visit theBreastfeeding Support webpage.