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04/01/2024

Important information regarding formula milk recall.

Reckitt has taken the precautionary step of recalling Nutramigen LGG stage 1 and stage 2 Hypoallergenic Formula powders because of the possible presence of Cronobacter sakazakii. Both products are foods used for special medical purposes for infants. The products are mainly prescribed but are also av...

08/11/2023

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16/10/2023

We are very proud to share new evidence of the positive impact that Doula UK doulas make and the growing demand for doula support.

Our members complete an annual return each year detailing their doula work. From this data, we are able to identify the positive impact of having a doula during pregnancy, birth, and after the birth of a baby.

A staggering 2,047 births were supported by a Doula UK doula last year!

We saw an increase in families choosing home birth which was the most popular place to give birth with doula support, closely followed by hospitals and birth centres. 64% of births were spontaneous.

The power of doulas goes beyond the birth itself. With doula support, 99% of families initiated breastfeeding a stark difference to the National average of 71%.

In 2019 research published in the Cochrane Review found continuous support from a doula could improve several health outcomes for both the woman or birthing person and baby. In addition, those who receive continuous support may be less likely to use pain medications, may have shorter labours, and may be more likely to be satisfied with their birth experience.

Doulas provide continuous emotional, practical and informative support to the whole family. If you're curious to find out more about doulas or if you would like to find a doula to support you, visit www.doula.org.uk or click Find a Doula in our link tree.

Doula UK is on a mission to show the world the incredible benefits of doula support, and our research is backing it up!

04/10/2023

In honour of National Breastfeeding Week 2023 , we are continuing with our guide on who's who in breast support. Today is the turn of Breastfeeding Counsellors (that's us!).

It's who you speak to when you call the feeding line 0300 330 0700.

If you have attended an NCT antenatal class, it's who ran the Breastfeeding session.

18/05/2023

The prime minister has spoken about the issue after a Sky News report revealed parents have been stealing baby formula and turning to the black market as soaring prices drive them to desperation.

19/02/2023

Join Alice in a relaxed environment to reconnect back to your body post birth.

As a new parent, it can feel incredibly challenging to find even a little time for you. So, we've created this space dedicated for you to practice yoga and be alongside your baby.

Each session you will be guided through appropriate postures and breathing exercises to mindfully rebuild core strength, relieve aches and tension, as well as finding tools to help you remain centred and a little baby yoga too.

Feeding, changing, napping is all welcomed in this class.

The course is open to parents post their six week GP check and to pre-crawling babies.

6 Week Course | 12 Spaces Only

*Minimum numbers apply to run the course

£49

07/02/2023

Doulas are specialists who provide non-medical pregnancy, childbirth and postnatal support, and they are seeing big increases in demand

10/01/2023

It’s hard to think about how life might be after a baby is born. When ‘how you have your baby’ seems to consume all your thoughts, there is little room for being with your baby.

Well, luckily there are hundreds of postnatal doulas across the UK who can guide you and help you plan for the weeks, months and year after birth.

Looking after a newborn is not supposed to be done without support. And when I mean support, I mean high quality support that does not come with any agenda. Family members might not be around, get too tired or bring unwanted dynamics to your door. It can be difficult for them to know what you really need or they may have forgotten what it’s like with a newborn.

You might need specific support - if your baby is premature, has additional needs, if you are having multiples, if you have a disability, trauma from a previous birth or postnatal experience, are solo parenting, are adopting, have a birth injury or need extra mental health support.

Postnatal doulas will talk through your needs and co-create a plan, help you make informed choices and navigate the rough with the smooth. They can tap into their communities and sources of information to bring you different perspectives and knowledge.

You might just want a companion, someone to sit and chat too, it can feel isolating when everyone is out and about - and you are home alone with a baby.

Tomorrow we will be showcasing what postnatal doulas do so you can get a clear picture of all the wonderful ways they can support.

Why would you like a postnatal doula?
Why did you have a postnatal doula?

10/01/2023

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13/12/2022

Did you know our breastfeeding helpline is open 365 days a year!!! Including Christmas Day!!

13/12/2022

Last week we shared some posts about Mastitis..tonight we wanted to wrap that up with some self help tips.

Mastitis is a spectrum of conditions which occur in the presence of too much milk and/or disruption to the mammary microbiome (Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine, 2022)

It includes engorgement, ‘blocked’ ducts (ductal narrowing), inflammatory and bacterial mastitis, abscess, galactocele, recurrent and sub acute mastitis.

Continuing to feed baby on demand, but do not increase feeding frequency or attempt to empty the breast.
Minimise breast pump and ni**le shield use .
Wear a supportive, well fitting bra.
Use gentle manual lymphatic drainage but avoid aggressive massage of the breast.
Ibuprofen and paracetamol to reduce inflammation and pain
Apply ice packs to the breast to reduce heat and swelling
Lecithin to reduce inflammation.

05/12/2022

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A selection of activities including The Milk Spot for feeding support in a great venue.

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