As family travel evolves, airports across the country are stepping up to meet the needs of breastfeeding and pumping parents. Mamava, the industry leader in innovative lactation spaces, has unveiled its 2024 rankings of airports that are setting the gold standard in family-friendly travel.
Mamava pod in Terminal 5 at JFK
“Congratulations to this year’s top airports for prioritizing the comfort of breastfeeding and pumping parents,” said Sascha Mayer, Mamava’s Co-founder and CEO. “These airports demonstrate an exceptional commitment to creating inclusive, accessible, and thoughtfully designed spaces that enhance the travel experience for families.”
The Top 10 Airports Leading the Way for Breastfeeding Travelers
- Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)
- 22 lactation spaces: 10 Mother’s Rooms and 12 Mamava pods available 24/7. Additional amenities include baby essentials vending machines and a Family Lounge with a play area.
- Orlando International Airport (MCO)
- 19 lactation spaces: 15 Nursing Rooms and 4 Mamava pods throughout the airport, including the new terminal and train station. Family-friendly art exhibits enrich the experience.
- Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
- 17 lactation spaces: Mother’s Rooms are placed throughout two concourses, ensuring private, convenient spaces for nursing parents near women’s restrooms.
- Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
- 16 lactation spaces: Featuring 8 Nurseries and 8 Mamava pods. Terminal A offers interactive play areas for young travelers.
- John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
- 15 lactation spaces: 11 Mamava pods and 4 Nursing Rooms. Terminal 5 includes the JetBlue Junior Children’s Play Area for added family fun.
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
- 14 lactation spaces: 8 Nurseries and 6 Mamava pods, complemented by “Kids’ Spots” in Terminals 2 and 3 for entertainment between flights.
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
- 13 lactation spaces: Mamava pods throughout six concourses, giving parents safe and private spaces. The airport also features a rainforest walk, adding a unique touch for families.
- LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
- 13 lactation spaces: 12 Nursing Rooms and 1 Mamava pod, available in various locations within the airport’s modernized terminals. Terminal B offers a dedicated children’s play area.
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
- 12 lactation spaces: A mix of 6 Mamava pods and 6 Mother’s Rooms. PHX also provides a children’s play area and family-focused parking options for convenience.
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
- 10 lactation spaces: All Nursing Rooms spread across nine terminals. Family-friendly features include dining options and a mini beach-themed playground in the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
Going Beyond Compliance: Raising the Bar for Family-Friendly Air Travel
Thanks to federal policies like the Friendly Airports for Mothers Act, airports nationwide are required to provide lactation rooms in every terminal. However, these top-ranking airports go above and beyond, offering extra amenities that make family travel smoother and more enjoyable. From interactive play areas to essential vending machines, these airports are redefining what it means to travel with children.
Mamava pod at Burlington International Airport BTV Mamava a Vermont company placed its very first lactation pod at BTV just over 10 years ago
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