Breastfeeding it much more than just food. Breastmilk offers numerous benefits beyond just nutrition. It supports a baby’s growth and brain development, provides immune protection, and can reduce the risk of certain illnesses for both the baby and the mother. Breastfeeding also supports developing close and loving parent-infant relationships.
Breastmilk contains all the nutrients your baby needs for the first six months. The World Health Organisation (WHO) and UNICEF recommend breastfeeding alongside other foods to age two and beyond.
Off to a Good Start Breastfeeding Booklet
The Off to a Good Start Breastfeeding Booklet provides you with all the information that you will require to have a successful feeding journey. Your midwife will provide you with it at your antenatal appointment and it is available online in a variety of languages. It is highly recommended that you read the booklet during your pregnancy and bring to hospital with you for when your baby arrives.
Thinking of Breastfeeding? Online breastfeeding course:
Breastfeeding: An art that is learned together day by day.
www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/breastfeedingcourse
The Pregnancy Book
The Pregnancy Book –Available in different languages
This book provides information on many aspects of pregnancy and a list of useful organisations. It is available to expectant mothers resident in Northern Ireland through primary care services (antenatal clinics, GPs or health visitors). You will receive a copy of this book at your pregnancy booking interview.
*Getting to know your baby – Page 28*
Expecting Twins or Multiples?
Supporting you through every milestone of your journey with twins, triplets or more.
Everything you ever wanted to know about Twins Trust’s vital work:
Twins Trust | Twins Trust – We support twins, triplets and more…
Trust TWINS NIGHT:
For more information or to register please email: g.ready4babyclasses@southerntrust.hscni.net
Solihull Approach – Understanding Your Child
Antenatal and Perinatal – Solihull Approach | Parenting (solihullapproachparenting.com)