The Chicago Sky has partnered with Mamava, a company known for its innovative lactation pods, to enhance facilities for breastfeeding parents at Wintrust Arena. This partnership marks a significant step in providing inclusive and supportive environments for both fans and employees, aligning with broader efforts to support breastfeeding in public spaces.
In a progressive move to support breastfeeding parents, the Chicago Sky WNBA team has announced a new partnership with Mamava, a pioneer in creating private lactation spaces. This collaboration aims to make attending and working at basketball games more accessible and comfortable for breastfeeding parents, reflecting a growing trend of inclusive and family-friendly environments in sports arenas.
The partnership includes the donation of two Mamava lactation pods to Wintrust Arena, home of the Chicago Sky. These pods provide a private, comfortable space for breastfeeding parents to nurse or pump during games. Equipped with hospital-grade breast pumps provided by Medela, these pods are a testament to the Sky's commitment to accommodating all fans' needs, ensuring they can enjoy game days without compromise.
Beyond providing physical resources, the Chicago Sky and Mamava are set to embark on a campaign to raise awareness about the importance of public lactation infrastructure. Over the next two seasons, they will celebrate the normalcy of breastfeeding and pumping in various environments, encouraging other organizations to consider similar initiatives to support breastfeeding parents everywhere.
Mamava has been a frontrunner in creating lactation-friendly environments, with their pods now present in numerous public spaces across Chicago, including airports, stadiums, and Navy Pier. Their dedication to transforming the culture of breastfeeding through innovative solutions like the Mamava app, which locates and provides access to lactation spaces, underscores their role as a leader in this essential aspect of parental support.
The Chicago Sky's partnership with Mamava is a significant step forward in making sports venues more inclusive and supportive of breastfeeding parents. By integrating lactation pods into their arena and advocating for broader lactation support, the Sky is setting a commendable example for other sports teams and organizations to follow, promoting a more family-friendly and inclusive environment.
"We are proud to partner with an organization so closely aligned with our spirit and mission." - Alex Teodosi, Chicago Sky Vice President of Corporate Partnerships
"There’s never been a more exciting time in women’s sports—the Sky is truly changing the game by considering care infrastructure in the fan and player experience." - Sascha Mayer, Mamava Cofounder