Lactation rooms

Lactation rooms provide a private space for feeding infants or expressing milk. The lactation rooms are for nursing patrons to use, and are available all hours the library is open. 

Lactation rooms are located in the children’s area at the following locations: Albina, Holgate and Midland.

Rules for patron access and use of lactation rooms

• Library lactation rooms are to be used by patrons expressing milk or nursing only.
• These rooms are not intended for:
  • Use as a lounge, study room, or meeting room
  • Social gatherings
• The room is available on a first-come, first-served basis during library hours. Patrons should ask a staff member for assistance with accessing the room. A key to the lactation room is kept at the nearest service desk.
• If the lactation room is occupied, library staff can provide alternative options.
• Time restrictions: 60 minutes maximum
• It is the responsibility of everyone using the lactation room to clean up after themselves. If the room is not clean, staff should be notified immediately. 
• Personal items may not be left in the room. Patrons using the space are responsible for personal accessories.
• The library is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.
• Occupancy is limited to two adults and accompanying children.