Guest post: Lisa Creagh’s thoughts on Holding Time – overcoming the cultural stigma of breastfeeding.
“Holding Time” is an exhibition of breastfeeding photographs by Lisa Creagh, which “offers a creative reinterpretation of our concept of Time and how this influences...
Breastfeeding and Obesity
Breastfeeding Network CEO Shereen Fisher responds to the recent press coverage on the link between breastfeeding and reduced chances of childhood obesity. Late April saw...
This Mum Runs: Breastfeeding at the London Marathon
This is Hannah – you may recognise her from recent social media posts, after she was interviewed while running the London Marathon last month. What’s...
Consensus Statement on Sustainable Funding for Public Health
We call on Government to increase investment in public health in England to prevent ill health, reduce health inequalities, and support a sustainable health and...
Breastfeeding after a Caesarean Birth
As part of caesarean awareness month in April, we’re sharing some information on breastfeeding after a caesarean section. Your caesarean may be planned or unplanned,...
Breastfeeding Mothers Returning to Work – Top 5 Tips
Law firm Slater and Gordon recently published a report on the rights of breastfeeding mothers returning to work, highlighting the fact that many employers are...
Guest post: What We Mean When We Call For More Support For Breastfeeding Mothers
Yes, support for breastfeeding can mean someone to sit and help you latch your baby on – but it also means acceptance, a better environment...
Guest post: Breastfeeding through pregnancy and beyond
Emma Pickett is the chair of the Association of Breastfeeding Mothers, and also works as a lactation consultant. Here we share her article on breastfeeding...
“A lifeline when no one else gives you an answer”: Evaluation of drugs in breastmilk service launched today
2nd April 2019 A new report is published today evaluating the impact of the Breastfeeding Network’s Drugs in Breastmilk Information Service. This service provides evidence...
Press release: The Breastfeeding Network’s Pharmacist, Dr Wendy Jones to receive MBE at Windsor Castle on Friday 22nd March
One of the founding members of the Breastfeeding Network (BfN), and their resident pharmacist for over 20 years, Dr Wendy Jones, will receive an MBE...
Guest blog: Who says young mums can’t breastfeed?
BfN recently attended an event in Edinburgh run by Family Nurse Partnership, an organisation that provides dedicated support for young mums. At this event, BfN...
A new year’s revolution: take time to enjoy the stillness.
Kirsty Cummins is one of our National Breastfeeding Helpline Link Workers. She has written this post about changing the perception of new year as a time...
