Stewart Airport Installs Breastfeeding Stations (Pods) For Feeding and Pumping

A picture of what a breastfeeding pod might look like in its new location in Stewart International Airport, taken from the pods’ website, Mamava.
Photo Credit: Mamava

Earlier this year as its new construction project started, Stewart International Airport set up breastfeeding and pumping stations for women who are nursing or pumping while waiting at the airport. The pods are stand-alone mini-rooms and are Bluetooth-activated. Fancy! So far, according to Stewart International Airport’s website, there are two such pods: One is next to Gate 4, and one is in the waiting area of Gate 2 on the second floor.

The breastfeeding pods, created by Mamava, can be booked in advance via the company’s app. Once found or booked, the pod can be unlocked via the person’s smartphone using the app. Inside, there are benches, spaces for a stroller, and an outlet to plug in a pump.

We have not seen this pod with our own eyes, or tried it, but it appears to be an advancement in breastfeeding accommodations.