(Ontario, California – August 25, 2025) – In honor of National Breastfeeding Month, Ontario International Airport (ONT) is proud to announce a comprehensive upgrade to its nursing facilities, in partnership with UCR Health. Building upon the modernized nursing stations initially launched in 2022, the newly upgraded spaces now feature expanded interiors, refreshed furnishings, and enhanced amenities designed to elevate comfort and privacy for nursing parents.
“We are committed to ensuring that all travelers, especially mothers, are welcomed in a safe, accessible and nurturing environment,” said Atif Elkadi, Chief Executive Officer of the Ontario International Airport Authority. “These upgraded nursing stations reflect our continued dedication to family-friendly travel, and there is no better time than National Breastfeeding Month to amplify our support for breastfeeding mothers.”
Breastfeeding is one of the most powerful early investments in a child’s health. These aren’t just numbers – they’re life-changing outcomes. “Research shows that exclusively breastfed infants have a 36% lower risk of sudden infant death syndrome and mothers reduce their risk of breast cancer by up to 27%,” said Dr. Brenda Ross-Shelton, Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist at UCR Health. “This is why UCR Health is thrilled to be designated as the first milk depot of UC Health Milk Bank and proud sponsor of Ontario International Airport’s nursing rooms, providing ongoing education and awareness to parents across the region.”
Key highlights of the upgrade include:
A new nursing station in Terminal 4 and better space utilization in Terminal 2, allowing for greater privacy and comfort.
Modernized décor featuring softer lighting, ergonomic seating and calming design elements to create a serene environment.
Functional enhancements, including TVs, internet connectivity, added charging outlets, improved changing surfaces and accessible shelving for breastfeeding essentials.
Inclusive accessibility, with upgrades ensuring full compliance with ADA standards and California Building Code—making the rooms comfortable and easy to use for all families.
These enhancements build upon the foundation laid in 2022, when ONT partnered with UCR Health to introduce modernized nursing stations that offered welcoming, private spaces for mothers to nurse or pump while traveling through ONT.
August’s designation as National Breastfeeding Month reminds us all of the critical importance of providing dedicated, safe spaces for breastfeeding in public settings. ONT’s upgraded nursing rooms stand as a testament to this mission – offering travelers enhanced dignity, convenience and comfort.
