Nurturing Foundations CIC

04/06/2026

Human babies are carry mammals. 💛

For most of human history, babies spent much of their time in arms, at the breast, or close to their caregivers. Their biology is built around connection, contact, and responsive care.

When babies are carried close, they’re able to communicate their needs, regulate with the support of a caregiver, and, when breastfeeding, access the breast frequently. Frequent feeding and close contact can help support the breastfeeding relationship and milk production.

Yet many parents are told that babies should be happy being put down, sleeping alone, or becoming independent from the very beginning. The reality is that dependence and closeness are normal parts of early human development.

If your baby wants to be held, carried, cuddled, or close to you, they’re not being demanding—they’re being human.

And while carrying can support breastfeeding, loving, responsive relationships are built in many ways. Whether you breastfeed, formula feed, exclusively pump, babywear, use a pram, or a combination of approaches, babies thrive through connection, responsiveness, and feeling safe with their caregivers.

Follow for further advice and support with baby wearing.

02/06/2026

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
I so happy to share that Nurturing Foundations East Midlands CIC has secured funding to launch a weekly drop-in space for families in our community.

The space will offer infant feeding support, connection, and a welcoming environment for parents and caregivers to access guidance, build confidence, and meet others on a similar journey.

This is an exciting step towards creating stronger foundations for families and improving access to early support when it’s needed most. 💚

✨ Full details, including venue, dates, and times, will be announced soon—watch this space!

31/05/2026

Here is a tip to help with positioning your baby at the breast to help them to get a more effective latch.

Positioning is lead by the parent, it is how they hold the baby and the latch or attachment is what the baby does.

If we can get the baby in an optimal position this will help them to achieve a nice deep latch.

If you would like further support on your infant feeding journey then please reach out to me. I offer online and face to face infant feeding support.

28/05/2026

What is an Infant Feeding Coach (Breastfeeding Counsellor)? 🤱💛

An Infant Feeding Coach supports families throughout their feeding journey by providing evidence-based information, practical guidance, and emotional support.

My training includes accredited FEDANT training through the Infant Feeding Academy. FEDANT stand for Federation of Antenatal Educators and is the regulatory body for practitioners working in maternal and infant care. This intensive 16-week programme has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to support families with infant feeding in a compassionate, family-centred way.

I am currently completing the Progress and Mastery stage, due to finish in August, which provides ongoing masterclasses, supervision, mentoring, and continued professional development to ensure I am offering high-quality support.

I can support families with:
✨ Antenatal preparation for feeding your baby
✨ Common infant feeding challenges
✨ Evidence-based information
✨ Emotional support and reassurance
✨ Signposting and referrals to specialist services when needed

Alongside this, I am nearing completion of a coaching certification, which will allow me to integrate coaching techniques into my work with families. Through active listening, empathy, goal setting, and holding a safe, supportive space, I help families build confidence, gain clarity, and navigate the perinatal journey in a way that feels right for them.

My background as a Community Nursery Nurse, together with my degree in Childhood Development and Working with Children and Families, enables me to bring a wider understanding of child development, family wellbeing, and early relationships into the support I provide.

My aim is to empower families with confidence, compassion, and evidence-based support—helping them make informed decisions and feel supported every step of the way. 💛

22/05/2026

Needing a clear out? Support an amazing charity doing amazing things for families whilst doing it.

Having a clear out this weekend? Today, we couldn't fulfill some of our referrals as our stock of books and toys is very low.

We can accept small to medium-sized toys (excluding walkers and ride-ons) and books for children aged 0-5 years.

If you have some to donate please make sure they are in good, clean, complete condition. We have drop off points in whetstone, Kirby Muxloe, Quorn, Burton on the wolds, New Lubbersthorpe, Syston, Oadby, Houghton or Market Harborough.

Let us know which address you would like by sending us a private message.

We also have some on our amazon wishlist too.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/TL5CMNMHY6L7?ref_=wl_share

21/05/2026

Responsive breastfeeding means responding to your baby’s needs… and your own 🤍

Yes, we watch for baby’s hunger cues, comfort, and connection - but responsive feeding also means honouring the mother too - body, capacity, rest, emotions, and wellbeing too.

Breastfeeding is a relationship between two people, and both matter. 🌿

20/05/2026

Top tip…..
Stop moving your body around to help your baby latch.
Do this instead…….

19/05/2026

What’s in my bag as an Infant Feeding Coach 🎒

15/05/2026

What if breastfeeding mothers don’t need permission to quit — maybe they need consistent support to keep going.

Too many mothers are navigating exhaustion, pain, and self-doubt while also receiving conflicting advice from every direction. One person says feed on demand, another says schedule feeds. One says baby is hungry, another says baby is fine. The mixed messages create even more stress during an already vulnerable time.

Support shouldn’t sound like judgment, pressure, or confusion. It should sound like: “You’re doing well. How can I help?”