accommodations , they can use our template to send a letter to the airport that tells them to get in contact with us about installing a pod . We also provide tools and resources about how to talk to employers to set up lactation plans , and offer nutrition and travel advice , as well . We try to remain as active as possible in terms of updating our website , social media channels , and application ; because we know how much it means to the community of mothers who use our products .”
As Mamava continues to grow its reach , it has formed symbiotic partnerships with multiple corporations , who purchase pods with custom designs that advertise their brands and services . “ We started this business not only to provide a service to mothers , but also to broaden awareness about the importance of maternal health and breastfeeding services ,” says Dodson .
“ Every customized pod with a corporate logo serves as a billboard that benefits both us and the brand that advertises their services on the pod . For example , if an insurance company or healthcare provider purchases a pod with a customized branding graphic and places it in a football stadium , that association is incredibly beneficial . It lets people know that the company that sponsors the pod supports breastfeeding , too , which also serves to raise additional amounts of awareness and support for the cause .”
Dodson says that she finds incredible fulfillment in her work at Mamava and is grateful to be able to use their products as a platform to catalyze positive change . “ We are a for-profit business , but we are nevertheless a mission-driven company – and our mission is to help breastfeeding mothers at every stage . The CDC and World Health Organization recommend
that a mother breastfeed for at least six months . If a mother doesn ’ t have the right amount of support , she will stop breastfeeding before six months . Oftentimes , mothers will start breastfeeding when they leave the hospital , but many will stop when they return back to work . We want every woman to be able to meet the breastfeeding goals that they set for themselves , and we want to help provide them with the necessary support to be able to do that . The original goal when we started this company was never about creating spaces or making money . It was always deeply tied to helping mothers and babies . When mothers and babies are healthy , it ’ s good for society , it ’ s good for the world , and it ’ s good for the future .”
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