From Friday 29th March, the National Breastfeeding helpline team will be available as usual from 9:30am – 9:30pm and then our NBH @ Night helpline service will be on from 9:30pm – 9:30am using the same National Breastfeeding Helpline number; 0300 100 0212. For more information, help and support with all aspects of breastfeeding visit […]
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Breastfeeding is a skill that takes time to get the hang of. Lots of mums wonder if their baby’s feeding well and getting enough – especially in the first few days. But once you’ve mastered it, you’ll probably find it’s the easiest and most satisfying way to feed your baby. Apart from the fact that
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If you’re looking to go back to work, how you are going to maintain breastfeeding can be a real concern. There’s lots of support and laws that can help support you to continue breastfeeding after your maternity leave. Breastfeeding exclusively (giving your baby no other food or drink) is recommended for around the first 6 months.
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Breastfeeding is a skill that we need help and support with at some point and we all have a part to play in supporting breastfeeding parents. This year’s theme is encouraging others to help you on your breastfeeding journey. Here are some great tips for those around you to support you whilst you feed your
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Many parents can feel nervous about breastfeeding in public, especially if it’s their first time but there is lots of support available. Here are some tips to get you started: Know your rights. You should not ever be made to feel uncomfortable about breastfeeding in public. It is illegal for anyone to ask a
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Lewisham Health Visitor – led community breastfeeding hubs in Lewisham have resumed as Drop – In from Monday 6th June! Appointments are no longer required to be able to attend, and parents can drop – in at any time during the 2-hour duration of the breastfeeding hubs. Breastfeeding support Many mothers find they need
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Health Visitors are registered nurses or midwives with a specialist qualification in public health. They work with families who have children between the ages of 0 and five. Lewisham Health Visiting Services are provided by Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust, and Health Visitors work in five teams, across the Borough. What your Health Visitor
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This year’s theme is encouraging the wider family to support with breastfeeding. Everyone plays a unique role in supporting breastfeeding. Why not offer to cook food for the family, or provide childcare for any older children? This helps parents to focus on becoming a family unit! Every breastfeeding journey is unique, but remember you are
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This year’s theme is supporting breastfeeding during COVID-19. Breastfeeding is a skill that takes time to get the hang of. Lots of mums wonder if their baby’s feeding well and getting enough – especially in the first few days. But once you’ve mastered it, you’ll probably find it’s the easiest and most satisfying way to
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Message from Lewisham Maternity Services: “We have had to suspend our community breastfeeding antenatal classes until further notice. We are committed to ensuring that you still get the information that will help you make informed decisions and get the support you need to feed your babies. We have put together a written antenatal infant feeding
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