Our National Breastfeeding Helpline is here to answer your infant feeding questions, listen to your worries and give support all weekend💜 📞 0300 100 0212 💬 Send a private message (FB/IG) Available 24/7, 365 days a year! Provided by us, in partnership with Association of Breastfeeding Mothers

✨Train to be a registered BfN volunteer✨ Are you passionate about breastfeeding? Do you have experience breastfeeding your own children? (including expressing) We currently have Helper courses accepting applications - closing dates vary. To apply, go to our website: buff.ly/v6QnelV

It’s Baby Week💜 This year’s theme is Healthy Parent, Healthy Baby. As well as the many health benefits for you and baby, being able to continue breastfeeding is protective for maternal mental health. Help us to reach more mums and families who need us by sharing our services! buff.ly/ZPO6Ugc

As it's Safer Gambling Week, we're helping spread the word about safer gambling 💜 National Gambling Helpline 0808 802 0133 Republic of Ireland 1800 936 725 Northern Ireland 08000 886 725 #SGWeek

It's World Prematurity Day 💙 Earlier this year, this lovely mum shared her story about breastfeeding her daughter, who was born premature (see below) For support, please contact our National Breastfeeding Helpline 📞0300 100 0212 - available 24/7.

Today is International Day of Tolerance 💜 Every parent deserves access to the support and information they need to make their own choices about how to feed their baby. Our local services, National Breastfeeding Helpline and Drugs in Breastmilk Service are here to support you 💜 buff.ly/gPy9Xf4

This week's Saturday Share comes from Baby Week UK 💜 When it's been a long week, sometimes you just need a reminder that you're doing your best - and it's okay to take a break. ✨ Take a moment for yourself today, and tag someone who might need this reminder too 💕

Support on our National Breastfeeding Helpline doesn't stop just because it's the weekend 💜 Day or night, their peer supporters are here for you as long as you need! 📞0300 100 0212 💬Send a DM (FB/IG only) Infant feeding support - whatever your feeding journey looks like 💜 Provided by BfN and ABM

Did you know? If you have diabetes, you can still breastfeed. Insulin (used in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes) and metformin (used in Type 2) are safe while breastfeeding. You can read more about Diabetes and Breastfeeding in our factsheet: buff.ly/htKURvW 🧪

“Do things for people not because of who they are or what they do in return, but because of who you are.” Harold S. Kushner Kindness reminds us we’re not on our own. 🧡 #kindness #positivity #WorldKindnessDay Picture by anxiety.positive

The Breastfeeding Network is a proud Living Wage employer 💜 Fair pay is part of BfN culture, and this sends a strong message to our partners, stakeholders and employers that supporting fair salaries for those working in infant feeding and early years support is important. Vacancies buff.ly/HhxXpLd

As we haven’t shared this in a while, we want to let you know that our Breastfeeding for Physicians online course is still available! Although aimed at doctors, the course is also useful for other healthcare professionals supporting breastfeeding families. Find out more here: buff.ly/9sxDbhu 🧪

Since mastitis was mentioned on TV last week, we’ve seen a lot of information circulating online - some of it out of date. You can find our full mastitis factsheet here: buff.ly/onpYNmw 🧪 🧪

Remembering their courage, honor, and bravery 💕

As the darker months settle in, we want to remind all breastfeeding mums and families that we’re here for you all year round 💜 Find our breastfeeding services here: buff.ly/3bIv0Sa ✨Know someone who needs support? Please share✨

A simple and effective way to ease congestion is inhaling steam. Tablets, powders, and lemon drinks can reduce your milk supply, so they should be avoided while breastfeeding. Decongestant sprays are just as effective and have no effect on supply. Read our full factsheet, here: buff.ly/VHZYdYd 🧪

Have you thought about working for The Breastfeeding Network? We're recruiting peer supporters for our Ayrshire, Southwark and Greenwich services. We are also recruiting a Finance Officer to join our Finance team. This is a remote position - starting as soon as possible. buff.ly/7wjUWba

Need breastfeeding support this Bonfire Night? Our National Breastfeeding Helpline is here for you 💜 📞 0300 100 0212 💬 @nationalbreastfeedinghelpline on Facebook/Instagram ✨Sharing is caring - help us reach more mums who needs us✨ (partnered with Association of Breastfeeding Mothers)

To those out celebrating this week, we hope you have a lovely time - and stay safe 🎆 Our National Breastfeeding Helpline is still available all night if you need breastfeeding support - 0300 100 0212 - 24/7

This week, Give as you Live is giving supporters the chance to win a £150 donation for the charity of their choice! All you need to do is shop via Give as You Live Online by midnight 9th November - give.as/WHVQz 💜Thank you for supporting us💜

This Trustees Week, we want to thank our Board of Directors, whose skill and commitment steer the work of the Breastfeeding Network and help us support families every day. 💜 #TrusteesWeek2025 #ThankYou

✨Sunday night stress✨ It’s completely normal to feel a little anxious after the weekend - especially if your routine is changing. The trained peer supporters at the National Breastfeeding Helpline are here to listen and support you whenever you need. 0300 100 0212 - 24/7 You’re not alone 💜

Feeding your little pumpkin this Halloween? Our National Breastfeeding Helpline is here all night with free, confidential breastfeeding support 🌙 📞 0300 100 0212 - 24/7 Social media support is also available on Facebook and Instagram 💜

💚 October is ADHD Awareness Month! This year’s theme — “The Many Faces of ADHD” — encourages us to share information and support with everyone who could benefit. Today we’re sharing our ADHD and Breastfeeding factsheet: buff.ly/FGpv1Ez 🧪 🧪 🧪

Check out our latest vacancies! We're recruiting a Volunteer Coordinator in the London area and a Peer Supporter for the Tea and Tots peer support groups run by our Ayrshire and Arran service. If either of these sounds like the role for you, find out more here: buff.ly/bzGyLEY

Are you passionate about breastfeeding? Are you interested in volunteering as a breastfeeding peer supporter? Do you have experience breastfeeding your own children? (including expressing) Our free volunteer training is currently available here: buff.ly/TNeknht (Closing dates vary by location)

If the clock change has thrown off your breastfeeding routine, don’t worry - we’re here to help. Whether it’s information, support, or just a listening ear, National Breastfeeding Helpline UK has got you covered. 📞0300 100 0212 - 24/7 Here for you through those long nights and darker mornings💜

“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes… including you.” Anne Lamott Taking a moment to check in with ourselves can make all the difference. It’s noticing what’s here and being kind to ourselves in the process. 🧡 #kindness #positivity Picture by anxiety positive

Breastfeeding and Flu factsheet🧪 www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/factsheet/in...

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’ve teamed up with DSUK to share facts, and remind parents that you don’t have to do this alone. Thank you to our peer supporter, Veronica, for sharing her experiences and how this influenced the way she supports mums and babies. Blog post: buff.ly/k43g7ZJ

⚠️ Reminder for anyone who is breastfeeding and considering weight loss medication. “GLP-1 medicines should not be taken by people who are breastfeeding. This is because there is not enough safety data to know whether taking a GLP-1 medicine can cause harm to the baby." Factsheet🧪 buff.ly/bIicqM8

We have recently signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant! We’d love to hear from service families about the infant feeding support you’ve received — and what you’d like to see available to help families settle into new locations. Please share your thoughts here: buff.ly/m2v1vi1

Has your breastfeeding journey felt a little tough this week? You’re not alone — and support doesn’t stop at the weekend. Our peer supporters on the National Breastfeeding Helpline are here for you day and night, every day of the week. 📞 0300 100 0212 💌 Message on Facebook or Instagram

🚭 Stoptober 🚭 It’s best for you and your baby’s health if you don't smoke. But breastfeeding still protects your baby, even if you are still smoking. Smoking & Breastfeeding buff.ly/n6fE0Wv Quit Smoking Support: buff.ly/QnlWgei Quitting smoking can be challenging, but every step counts💜🧪

We’re recruiting! Our Birmingham service is currently looking for a Service Administrator (Mat Leave Cover). If you're interested, find the job description and application here: buff.ly/t66nOvR Keep an eye on our recruitment page for new vacancies — we also share them on social media every week 💜

Thank you for your support during the Big Give Women and Girls Match Fund campaign! 💜💜💜Together we raised £15,705.26!💜💜💜 Your support helps us keep our core services strong — ensuring families can continue to access free, trusted breastfeeding support whenever they need it most.

Just hours left! The Big Give Women & Girls campaign closes at 12:00 noon today. Every donation is doubled — don’t miss it. Donate now: buff.ly/geV2otR Thank you so much to everyone who has shared and donated so far! ✨Please share our post one last time to reach those last few donors✨

Today is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance Day, a time to support bereaved parents and families - to unite with others across the world to commemorate their babies’ lives and lost pregnancies. Please be mindful that everyone grieves in their own way. Take a break from social media if needed. 💜

💜 We’re almost into the final 24 hours of the Big Give! 💜 If you’ve been sharing our campaign link this week - thank you so much! Your support means the world, and we’re getting closer and closer to our goal 💜 donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05... (Link updated)

Thank you, Chantel Nash, for your support this week 💜 If you'd like to support us during the Big Give - time is running out! Donations will only be doubled until Wednesday, 15th October, midday. And only donations given through this link will be doubled: donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

With just over 2 days left of the Big Give, we want to thank everyone who has donated, shared our posts, or shared their stories as part of the campaign so far! We are currently at £12,810 💜 Don't forget - every donation this week is doubled! Check out the Big Give campaign here: buff.ly/V4SV5Sv

We’re halfway through – donations are still being doubled! Take a look at what impact a donation to BfN could have… ✨ Please share our donation link far and wide ✨ buff.ly/V4SV5Sv #DoubleTheDifference #BigGive

It's Day 4 of the Big Give This week, every gift is doubled - so your impact goes twice as far! Your donations help mums like this every day 💜 ✨Please share this post and help us reach even more families in need!✨✨ buff.ly/V4SV5Sv

For one week only, your donation to BfN will be doubled thanks to the Big Give Women & Girls Match Fund. Together we can keep free, trusted breastfeeding support available for families who need it most. buff.ly/V4SV5Sv 💜Please share to help us reach as many people as possible💜

This World Mental Health Day, we're sharing Samaritans' tips for looking after your mental health and wellbeing 💜 As a breastfeeding mum, you may also find it comforting to spend time with other like-minded parents. Find out if we have a group near you here: buff.ly/Zofdayo

This National Work Life Week, we want to highlight our commitment to being a family-friendly employer that values flexibility and wellbeing💜 Accreditations: buff.ly/yvEXcC1 Vacancies: buff.ly/uLSJeWu

We're just over 24 hours into the BigGive Women & Girls Match Fund 2025 💜 Until 12noon, 15th October, every pound you donate will double the difference for charities helping women and girls to dream freely, achieve proudly, and live boldly. buff.ly/V4SV5Sv ✨Please support us by sharing this post✨

✨It’s Live!✨ For one week only, your donation to BfN will be doubled thanks to the Big Give Women & Girls Match Fund. Together we can keep free, trusted breastfeeding support available for families who need it most. buff.ly/V4SV5Sv ✨Please share far and wide!✨ #BigGive #BigGive2025

✨New blog post ✨ Our BfN Chair and peer supporter, Sarah Turner, has shared her reflections on how we continue to support our service users through misinformation and difficult times. Read the full blog post here: buff.ly/gCjElgd

Tomorrow it begins! The Big Give Women & Girls Match Fund launches at noon - and for one week only, every £1 you donate to BfN will be doubled. Double your impact. Help us keep trusted breastfeeding support free for families across the UK. Countdown to The Big Give, here: 🔗https://buff.ly/V4SV5Sv