As a  firefighter, I managed to pump for at least a year with both of  my 
babies and had a lot of hazards to deal with from toxins in smoke, to dealing  
with people injured on the street, homes and in cars.
 
When I went back to work I went back after a long absence due to pregnancy  
and had to go back on an 8 hour day.  I only stayed on the 8 hour day  for 4 
days before begging to go back on my 24 hour platoon.  They did offer  to keep 
me down there on light duty for a month. But I was able to spend a lot  more 
time with my baby on my firefighter schedule.
 
I would think after having a baby if there is a light duty desk job  
available the police department would offer it to her if she asked.
 
Cindy Fagiano
Peer Breastfeeding Counselor
Chicago, IL

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