@AssocBfMothers

Registered Charity 1193445 Association of Breastfeeding Mothers - supporting and nurturing families since 1979. Training, Helpline, Info.

 United Kingdom
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Joined March 2012
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Happy to have worked with @ImpUrbanHealth and others in the breastfeeding sector to develop this shared vision for breastfeeding and infant feeding in the UK tinyurl.com/39e6bvbm tinyurl.com/4axk3jrs
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Brew Monday☕️ Forget Blue Monday, today is Brew Monday, the day Samaritans reminds everyone to reach out for a cuppa and a catch-up with the people you care about. If you need breastfeeding support, infant feeding support, or if you have a question, please give us a call or send us a message - anytime 💜 📞 0300 100 0212 💌 Send us a DM (Facebook and Instagram only) Our service is provided by the amazing peer supporters at @BfN_UK , with @AssocBfMothers If you need support, @samaritans is also available 24/7 on 116 123 💚 ✨Why not reach out to a friend today for a cuppa and a catch-up?✨ #BrewMonday #BlueMonday #ReachOut #CuppaAndCatchUp
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Stressing yourself out scrolling? It's okay to switch off 🩷 If you want to talk about your breastfeeding journey, you're sick of scrolling looking for answers, or you're struggling through another night feed... give us a call instead! 0300 100 0212 - 24/7 If you prefer, you can message us anytime on Facebook or Instagram too! Our trusted service is provided by @BfN_UK, with @AssocBfMothers
Image of a phone with background picture of a mum breastfeeding. National no Phone at Home Day. If you're going to use your phone today, use it to call us - anytime! National Breastfeeding Helpline 0300 100 0212.

ALT Image of a phone with background picture of a mum breastfeeding. National no Phone at Home Day. If you're going to use your phone today, use it to call us - anytime! National Breastfeeding Helpline 0300 100 0212.

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We often talk about responsive feeding when establishing breastfeeding, building milk supply, and making sure your baby is getting enough milk. But it is also possible when feeding your baby with a bottle, or mixed feeding - whether you're expressing or feeding infant formula. You don't need a specific feeding schedule. Instead, it's good to look for feeding cues from your baby and to feed them when they're hungry. Early signs of hunger include: ✨rooting ✨moving their eyes or head from side to side ✨wriggling ✨waving or sucking fists ✨making murmuring noises You can find more information on responsive breastfeeding and infant feeding on @BfN_UK website under 'Feeding Information'. breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/… If you want to talk about feeding cues or anything else infant feeding-related, we're here for you - 24/7 💜 📞 0300 100 0212 💌 send us a DM (Facebook and Instagram only) Provided by The Breastfeeding Network, with @assocbfmothers
Whether you're breastfeeding, bottle feeding or a combination of the two, you don't need a specific feeding schedule. Instead, it is good to look for feeding cues from your baby and feed them when they are hungry. National Breastfeeding Helpline 0300 100 0212.

ALT Whether you're breastfeeding, bottle feeding or a combination of the two, you don't need a specific feeding schedule. Instead, it is good to look for feeding cues from your baby and feed them when they are hungry. National Breastfeeding Helpline 0300 100 0212.

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With Brew Monday less than a week away, we want to remind you to pop the kettle on and give us a call if you need to talk about infant feeding 💜 We're here to answer your questions, give support, or provide a listening ear - 24/7 📞 0300 100 0212 💌 Send us a private message Our trusted service is provided by @BfN_UK, with @AssocBfMothers @samaritans #BrewMonday
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Feeding your child can be tough at any stage in your journey - but you don’t have to go through it alone. Our trained peer supporters are here to listen and support you as long as you need - 24/7. Whatever your feeding journey looks like, we’re here with impartial, evidence-based information to help you make the choices that feel right for you. 📞 0300 100 0212 💬 Or DM us on Facebook or Instagram anytime No assumptions. No judgement. Just support. You’re always welcome here. 🩷 ✨Infant feeding support for everyone who needs us - spread the word!✨ @AssocBfMothers @BfN_UK
Background image of mum breastfeeding her baby, with rainbow overlay. National Breastfeeding Helpline. 0300 100 0212. No Assumptions. No judgement. Just support. 24/7 - 365 days a year.

ALT Background image of mum breastfeeding her baby, with rainbow overlay. National Breastfeeding Helpline. 0300 100 0212. No Assumptions. No judgement. Just support. 24/7 - 365 days a year.

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Some helpful winter factsheets from @BfN_UK
The Breastfeeding Network UK
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With the colder weather back in full force, we’ve seen more enquiries about coughs, colds, and sore throat remedies. So today we're resharing some of our most helpful factsheets for winter: ❄️Antibiotics breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/… ❄️Cough and cold remedies breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/… ❄️COVID-19 breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/… ❄️Decongestants breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/… ❄️Influenza breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/… ❄️Sore throats breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/… ❄️Vaccinations breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/… ❄️Vitamin D breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/… If you have any questions, please contact our Drugs in Breastmilk team via email: [email protected]. Please provide as much information as possible. We aim to answer your enquiries within 24 hours.
Factsheets for the Colder Weather. www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/drugs-factsheets. Background image - Thermometer reading 0 degrees in icy grass.

ALT Factsheets for the Colder Weather. www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/drugs-factsheets. Background image - Thermometer reading 0 degrees in icy grass.

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Do you work in a role supporting mums and families? Do you know where to signpost for infant feeding support? Our National Breastfeeding Helpline is here for mums and parents, however they choose to feed their babies - answering infant feeding questions, listening to worries and giving support💜 📞 0300 100 0212 💬 DM on Facebook or Instagram ✨Available 24/7, 365 days a year ✨ Provided by the @BfN_UK, in partnership with @AssocBfMothers
National Breastfeeding Helpline. Need breastfeeding support over the weekend? Call or message us on social media - 24/7. 0300 100 0212. Background image of a mum breastfeeding on a bench, sat with her older child.

ALT National Breastfeeding Helpline. Need breastfeeding support over the weekend? Call or message us on social media - 24/7. 0300 100 0212. Background image of a mum breastfeeding on a bench, sat with her older child.

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Snow day? Our National Breastfeeding Helpline is still here for you💜 With bad weather across parts of the UK, getting out with the little ones can be tricky. If you've had to miss your local group this week, please call for 24-hour infant feeding support. 📞0300 100 0212 - 24/7 💌 Send a DM (Facebook and Instagram only) ✨Please share to help us reach more mums and families✨ @NBHelpline is provided by the Breastfeeding Network, with @AssocBfMothers
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Snow day? We're still here for you💜 With bad weather across parts of the UK, getting out with the little ones can be tricky. If your local group isn’t running this week, please call us for infant feeding support 24/7! 📞0300 100 0212 💌or send us a direct message ✨Please share to help us reach more mums and families✨ (Facebook and Instagram only) Our trusted service is provided by @BfN_UK, with @AssocBfMothers
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Happy New Year everyone! We're still here for you - 24/7 - as we go into 2026 💜 Call 0300 100 0212 or drop us a message on social media (Instagram and Facebook) Provided by @BfN_UK, with @AssocBfMothers
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The holidays can bring extra stress, especially if you're navigating breastfeeding while travelling, visiting family and friends, and even just braving the cold with your little ones 💜 We're here to support you all through the New Year and beyond - 24/7! 📞 Give us a call on 0300 100 0212, or if life is too hectic for a phone call, send us a message anytime! (Facebook and Instagram only) ✨Please share to help us reach as many people as possible✨ Provided by @BfN_UK, with @AssocBfMothers #InfantFeedingSupport #NationalBreastfeedingHelpline
Background image - Snowy Christmas tree branches with lights. National Breastfeeding Helpline 0300 100 0212. Available 24/7 everyday of the year!

ALT Background image - Snowy Christmas tree branches with lights. National Breastfeeding Helpline 0300 100 0212. Available 24/7 everyday of the year!

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Do you, or someone you know, need infant feeding support? That awkward time between Christmas and New Year can feel lonely if you're struggling.... Our National Breastfeeding Helpline is here for you 24/7 💜 📞 0300 100 0212 💌 Send a DM on social media (Facebook and Instagram only) Judgment-free infant feeding support (you don't need to be breastfeeding to contact us). Evidence-based Information. Empowering you to make your own choices. Provided by @bfn_uk, with @AssocBfMothers
National Breastfeeding Helpline. 0300 100 0212. Wherever you are in your breastfeeding journey, we are here for you. Telephone and social media support available 24/7. Images if mums breastfeeding and breastmilk feeding.

ALT National Breastfeeding Helpline. 0300 100 0212. Wherever you are in your breastfeeding journey, we are here for you. Telephone and social media support available 24/7. Images if mums breastfeeding and breastmilk feeding.

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A holiday reminder✨ Don't worry if you don't know what day it is... our National Breastfeeding Helpline UK is still here to support you! 📞 0300 100 0212 💌 send them a DM (Facebook and Instagram only) Infant feeding support - 24/7 - 365 days a year! @NBHelpline is provided by The Breastfeeding Network, with @AssocBfMothers
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ALT [ID: Background image - Snowy Christmas tree branches with lights. National Breastfeeding Helpline 0300 100 0212. Available 24/7 everyday of the year!]

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Merry Christmas to those who are celebrating - from all of us at the National Breastfeeding Helpline 💜 If you need us today, we're here for you! 📞0300 100 0212 - 24/7 💌 Drop us a DM @BfN_UK @AssocBfMothers
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Today, on Christmas Eve, we have a moment of calm for you 💜 And a reminder that our National Breastfeeding Helpline is here for you when you need a moment away from the festivities to talk about your infant feeding journey... 📞 0300 100 0212 💌 send a private message (Facebook and Instagram only) @NBHelpline 24-hour service is provided by the Breastfeeding Network, with @AssocBfMothers #ChristmasEve #InfantFeedingSupport #BreastfeedingSupport
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With Christmas just around the corner, we just wanted to remind you that we're here for you all through the holidays 💜 Worried about cluster feeding? Combi-feeding, and need some tips on switching between the breast and bottle? Expecting your baby over the holidays, and have questions about infant feeding? Give us a call on 0300 100 0212 or drop us a message, anytime! Our 24-hour service is provided by @BfN_UK, with @AssocBfMothers
Moonlit sky with silhouette of Santa flying over in his sleigh. Need infant feeding support? We're here 24/7. National Breastfeeding Helpline. 0300 100 0212.

ALT Moonlit sky with silhouette of Santa flying over in his sleigh. Need infant feeding support? We're here 24/7. National Breastfeeding Helpline. 0300 100 0212.

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With Christmas just around the corner, thinking about infant feeding support might not be at the top of your list… but the best gift you can give yourself this year is peace of mind. 🎁💜 ✨ Do you know where to get support while local groups are closed? ✨ Worried that breastfeeding while visiting family or friends might ruin your Christmas cheer? ✨ Know a new mum who could use a listening ear? Our peer supporters at National Breastfeeding Helpline are here for you 24/7! 📞 0300 100 0212 💌 Send a DM (Facebook and Instagram only) 🎁Screenshot this little Christmas gift in case you (or someone you know) need it later ✨ @NBHelpline is provided by the Breastfeeding Network, with @AssocBfMothers
Tartan pattern Christmas paper with a green bow. Stamps in top right hand corner with the Breastfeeding Network and Association of Breastfeeding Mothers. White sticker with National Breastfeeding Helpline logo 0300 100 0212. Here for you, 24/7 all through the holidays!

ALT Tartan pattern Christmas paper with a green bow. Stamps in top right hand corner with the Breastfeeding Network and Association of Breastfeeding Mothers. White sticker with National Breastfeeding Helpline logo 0300 100 0212. Here for you, 24/7 all through the holidays!

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Here at the National Breastfeeding Helpline, we are real people - mums who can relate to your situation💜 And we love hearing from the parents and families we support! If you’d like to share your experience with our service, please use our feedback form: forms.office.com/e/ADWhzXefc… Need infant feeding support? Give us a call anytime on 0300 100 0212, or send us a private message 💜 Our 24/7 service is proudly provided by @BfN_UK, with @AssocBfMothers #FridayFeedback
National Breastfeeding Helpline. 0300 100 0212. Quote - Still remember the call I had with one of your volunteers seven years ago. I could hear their washing machine in the background, which felt so comforting at the time! She was so kind, and was the first person who really listened and explained why we might be struggling. I well up just thinking about this woman and the fact she enabled me to keep going with something that felt so important to me for another 18 months.... X

ALT National Breastfeeding Helpline. 0300 100 0212. Quote - Still remember the call I had with one of your volunteers seven years ago. I could hear their washing machine in the background, which felt so comforting at the time! She was so kind, and was the first person who really listened and explained why we might be struggling. I well up just thinking about this woman and the fact she enabled me to keep going with something that felt so important to me for another 18 months.... X

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No need to put feeding support on your Christmas wish list this year 🖊️ We’re here for you right through the festive season — whether you’re breastfeeding, bottle feeding, or doing a bit of both. So if you’re worried about feeding your baby while travelling over the holidays, or finding that hazy time between Christmas and New Year a bit tough, drop us a message or give us a call — anytime. 📞 0300 100 0212 💌 Send a DM (Facebook and Instagram only) Friendly, non-judgemental, evidence-based infant feeding support, 24/7. Provided by @BfN_UK , with @AssocBfMothers
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