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Natasha’s journey – breastfeeding mother to LLL Leader

When I was pregnant with my son Theo, I was asked by my GP at my first pregnancy screening appointment if I wanted to breastfeed. My answer to my GP was “I’m not sure”, to which I got a quick, “oh but you should, it’s hard but good”. This response … [Read More...] about Natasha’s journey – breastfeeding mother to LLL Leader

In praise of at-breast supplementers

Rosie’s low milk supply has meant that she has used an at-breast supplementer since her son was five weeks old. Here she tells us the practical details of how this is working for her and her son. I have been using an at-breast supplementer system … [Read More...] about In praise of at-breast supplementers

Twelve Months of Mothering – A Good Night of Sleep

Children’s sleep is a much discussed topic in parenting communities, in the media, on social networks and in families. Often, when a new baby is expected, well-meaning souls warn of the sleep deprivation to come and the challenges of getting enough … [Read More...] about Twelve Months of Mothering – A Good Night of Sleep

What do you say when people ask why you breastfeed?

“I just don't know what to say to my friends. They can see me struggling with breastfeeding, and they can't understand why I don't just formula feed like they are. They're all going to the cinema next week without their babies, and there's no way I … [Read More...] about What do you say when people ask why you breastfeed?

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