Southampton Welcomes Breastfeeding

21/06/2026

Breastfeeding Support this week 22nd -26th June, for all your infant feeding and social needs.
💜 Monday - 10-11.30am at Best Start Cutbush Family Hub SO18 2GF - This group has moved to booked appointments only, to book an appointment : click on the below link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1991347958349
💜Tuesday 10am-11.30am Best Start Pickles Coppice Family Hub SO16 9QX
and
💜 Tuesday - 10.15-11.30am at Trago Lounge, Portswood, SO17 2LB
💜Wednesday at Haskins Garden Centre in West End (SO18 3HW) from 10-11.30am. Run by the Health Visiting Infant Feeding Team with the Breastfeeding Network peer supporters available for a chat.
💜 Friday - 10-11.30am at Ikea SO15 1GY in the restaurant

Upcoming Groups
💜 Wednesday 1st July (and every first and third Wed of the month) - 12.30-2pm at Woolston Library, SO19 9EF
🤳🏼💻💜 Friday 3rd July 1-2.15pm 1:1 Online video call, scan the QR code to book or click the link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/.../online-11-support-video...
Saturday 4th July 10am-12pm at Best Start Clovelly Family Hub - In person antenatal workshop. No need to book, just turn up.

Everyone is welcome and all of our groups are free.
⚠️Our support is variable to change, please check back for any amendments.
National Breastfeeding Helpline is also available 24/7 365 days a year
📞 0300 100 0212 and via social media messaging 💬

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https://linktr.ee/sotonwelcomesbreastfeeding

21/06/2026

You don't need to wait until your baby is here to seek support 🩷
There's no such thing as a silly question...
Give us a call, or drop us a message, anytime!
📞 0300 100 0212
💌 send a DM
We're free*, confidential, and your call or message will always be answered by a mum with experience breastfeeding, who has been trained to provide breastfeeding support.
Our service is provided by The Breastfeeding Network (UK) , with Association of Breastfeeding Mothers
Why not save our number in your phone in case you need us again 💜
*Call Charges to all helplines apply. Calls to 0300 numbers cost no more than calls to UK numbers starting 01 and 02 and will be part of any inclusive minutes that apply to your provider and call package.

21/06/2026

Today we're doing a Sunday Share from Mind

It can be so hard to know how to help someone when they're struggling - and many of these ideas also relate to supporting breastfeeding mums.

"Listen, and don't judge" really stood out to us - a listening ear can be more helpful than you think!

"It’s tough seeing someone you care about going through a hard time - you can feel pretty helpless, right? 😔
But the good news is, there are ways you can try to support them.
Here's how ➡️https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/seeking-help-for-a-mental-health-problem/helping-someone-else-seek-help/"

Original post: www.facebook.com/mindforbettermentalhealth/posts/pfbid02erPgbNZpjyLdPytJ1MFgHqfJ6AyRmGRkpZ4wgfhxQiqqVq5ZGT9R237wKCWPMLf2l💜

21/06/2026

20/06/2026

Check out Breastfeeding Network (UK) advice for breastfeeding in the heat!
☀In hot weather, your baby may want to feed more often or for longer than usual.
☀ If they're under 6 months and exclusively breastfed, there's no need to give any additional water - just feed on demand to keep them hydrated and make sure you're getting plenty of fluids yourself.
☀Your body will generally continue producing enough milk for your baby's demand (except if you get extremely dehydrated) but keep on top of your water and ice lolly intake for your own wellbeing!
☀Babies over 6 months who have started eating solid foods should be offered water in a cup with meals, and throughout the day in hot weather.
More info on keeping your baby safe in the sun can be found here:
https://www.nhs.uk/.../first.../safety/safety-in-the-sun/

20/06/2026

Did you know that you can take paracetamol and ibuprofen at their usual doses while breastfeeding? 💜
If you’re worried about taking pain relief, our factsheet covers many different types, including over-the-counter medicines and prescription analgesics.
www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/factsheet/analgesics/
If you have any questions, you can contact our volunteer pharmacists every day of the year:
📩 [email protected]
💬 Or drop us a message
If you’re experiencing pain while breastfeeding, please seek support. Breastfeeding should not hurt - you don't have to just push through it.
The Breastfeeding Network (UK) (with Association of Breastfeeding Mothers) have peer supporters available 24/7 on the National Breastfeeding Helpline UK
📞 0300 100 0212
💬 Or send them a message
Their page, ‘Pain: If Breastfeeding Hurts’, is also a great source of information:
http://www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/.../pain-if.../
Every mum deserves access to the support and information they need 💜
[ID 1: Pain Relief and Breastfeeding. Lady with head in her hands and closed eyes. www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/drugs-factsheets.]
[ID 2: National Breastfeeding Helpline. Infant Feeding Support - 24/7. 0300 100 212. Two mums smiling, sat on a wall, holding their babies.]

20/06/2026

It's Cervical Screening Awareness Week - so we're here to remind you how important it is for everyone with a cervix to have cervical screening.
Please book an appointment as soon as you are invited. If you're unsure if you've missed a screening, please contact your GP.
NHS update from July last year:
"... younger women (aged 25 to 49) who test negative for HPV, meaning they are at very low risk of cervical cancer over the next 10 years, will safely be invited at 5-year intervals rather than 3, in line with major clinical evidence.
Those whose sample indicates the presence of HPV or who have a recent history of HPV, which causes nearly all cervical cancers, will continue to be invited to more frequent screenings to check HPV has cleared and if not, if any cell changes have developed."
Source: http://www.england.nhs.uk/.../nhs-rolls-out-more.../
Please speak to your GP if you are worried about how this may affect you.
✨Please share to help raise awareness✨
[ID: Cervical Screening Awareness Week. Everyone with a cervix, between the ages of 25 and 64, should have cervical screening. Teal ribbon.]

19/06/2026

What's your favourite ice cream flavour?

Strawberry, chocolate, lemon sorbet... No judgement here!

Whatever your infant feeding choices, National Breastfeeding Helpline UK is here to support you on your journey💜

Looking for answers, a listening ear, or want to talk through your options?

Call 0300 100 0212 - 24/7
or DM anytime on social media
(Facebook and Instagram only)

Provided by The Breastfeeding Network (UK) with Association of Breastfeeding Mothers

[ID: National Breastfeeding Helpline logo. 0300 100 0212. Infant feeding support 24/7 - 365 days a year. Background image of icecream cones in cups.]

19/06/2026

FREE Volunteer Training Applications NOW OPEN

Closing date 7th July 2026

Link to application form in our bio, here or using the QR code https://www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/training/helper2026-37-southampton/

Want to support families in Southampton SO14-SO19?

Would you like to join our team of volunteers in Princess Anne Hospital and/or the Community?

Gain an Open College Network Level 2 Qualification. Requirements to apply:

✔️some lactation, breastfeeding experience (it does not matter how long ago or for how long) - all experiences welcome

✔️& that you are willing to volunteer in the SO14-SO19 area and/or including the Princess Anne Hospital for at least a year after gaining the qualification.

If you have any questions get in touch! Message on our socials, email [email protected] or text/WhatsApp 07591 641 479

Image description: Southampton BFN Helper Training, a peek into one of the online sessions.

19/06/2026

Come along this morning Friday 19th June 10-11.30am in IKEA, Level 4 Restaurant.

Our lovely trained peer supporter volunteers will warmly welcome you.


— at IKEA, Southampton.