The ACLU of Illinois supports the rights of those who choose to breast/chestfeed* their children. Breast/chestfeeding in Illinois is protected by law from discrimination at work, at school, and in places of public accommodation. 

Breast/Chestfeeding Rights in Public Places

Breast/Chestfeeding Rights at Work

Breast/Chestfeeding Rights at School


If you experience discrimination relating to breast/chestfeeding or pumping, or other discrimination relating to pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions, please share your story.

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Chestfeeding

Chestfeeding is an alternate term for lactating people that do not to use the term “breast” when referring to their bodies.