*Supporting BAME mothers and partners *Empowering, educating, raising awareness *Maternal mental wellbeing *Cultural sensitivity
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There is a myth that Black and Asian mothers have lots of help with breastfeeding as they have large families
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this myth is detrimental as these mothers are less likely to receive quality support which can lead them to offer their baby alternative foods such as formula as they want to ensure their baby is fed.
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Check out these online sources for expert breastfeeding support; many of these have their own helplines available:
đź”— La Leche League: laleche.org.uk/
🔗 NCT Breastfeeding Support: nct.org.uk/baby-toddler/feed…
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May 18
For more resources—including support for twins, premature babies, and milk banking—see the full list here:
nhs.uk/baby/breastfeeding-an…
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May 11
A fed baby is a happy and healthy baby however, I really would like to share my experience as an exclusively breastfeeding, first time Mum. I speak from my perspective as a British South Asian/Arab. Our women need much more education about breastfeeding; they really do.
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Breastfeeding gives you some time to collect your thoughts and I question why our women think the way they do. One possible conclusion I have drawn is, status...
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May 11
[Read the full story on our Facebook page to find out why—and hear the rest of Afiya’s journey]
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facebook.com/Rahamproject
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