3rd Munitions Squadron unveils lactation room, prioritizing women's health and mission readiness
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gates Winder, a munitions controller assigned to the 3rd Munitions Squadron, holds her daughter Radke in the newly opened 3 MUNS lactation room at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 7, 2023. The Department of the Air Force has emphasized the importance of women's health and well-being, positioning it as a cornerstone of a prepared and efficient military force. As part of this commitment, the squadron renovated a space to serve as a dedicated lactation room, providing nursing mothers with a comfortable and conducive environment to continue breastfeeding. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Sullivan)