LatchOn - Breastfeeding support Eastbourne

29/12/2025

Sum up your breastfeeding journey here 😍

26/12/2025

It’s still Christmas. I know we’re all full of food and feeling a bit overwhelmed, but also happy and cosy, so I thought I’d share what makes a local b**b lady happy 🎄

Weird to say, but they both make me smile: When you message me, and when you don’t.♥️

When you message me, I genuinely feel honoured. That during the holidays you think of me as your safe place, that you trust me enough to reach out and let me help. That level of trust will always make me feel grateful.

And then there’s when you don’t message me. Because it means you don’t need me.

Before Christmas, work was mental. I worked with so many newborn babies and mums who weren’t sure how they’d cope with feeding on demand, cooking for family, or entertaining older children during witching hour.

And then today I look on Instagram and all I see are cosy babies snuggled into carriers while you’re cooking, feet up on the couch, feeding laid-back in pyjamas. Somewhere along the way, all your maternal instincts have kicked in.

I absolutely love watching you all find yourself in motherhood - how suddenly you trust yourself, and how beautifully you’re rocking parenting.

This will always be my favourite Christmas present. 🎁

24/12/2025

Merry Christmas!
Thank you for all your support and love throughout the year, and for all the beautiful cards, kind words, and cool gifts. I appreciate your love and support.💖
See you in the new year! 🎄✨

23/12/2025

♥️♥️♥️

Breastfeeding elf. Let's see what adventures your elves have been on.

23/12/2025

🎄✨ Holiday breastfeeding support ✨🎄

The holiday season can be joyful, but massively overwhelming. Between enjoying your mom’s Christmas dishes and managing everyday life, breastfeeding challenges can sometimes feel harder to navigate.

Please remember, if you need urgent support, call a Helpline or your Healthcare provider (phone numbers in my previous post).

If your question is breastfeeding-specific, feel free to reach out to me . Please note it may take up to 24 hours for me to respond.

To help me support you effectively, please start your message with:
1️⃣ Your main question/issue (after a #)
2️⃣ Your baby’s current age
3️⃣ Any known health issues your baby currently has:even a cold, chickenpox, or a longer-term condition.
4️⃣ This applies on every platform where you can message me, (Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, or text)

This helps me quickly decide whether you need urgent support or guidance to the right resources. 💌

Thank you and wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

20/12/2025

✨ Please save and share this post on your own grid, so it reaches more mums! ✨

Where can you go if you need help?
If it’s painful, overwhelming, or you’re worried about your supply, here’s where to turn:

📩 DM me,
or call these numbers:
📞 La Leche League: 0345 120 2918
📞 NCT’s Support Line: 0300 330 0700 (open daily, 8 am to midnight, including bank holidays)
📞 Association of Breastfeeding Mothers Helpline: 0300 330 5453 (open 9:30 am to 10:30 pm)
📞 Breastfeeding Network Supporter Line: 0300 100 0210
📞 National Breastfeeding Helpline: 0300 100 0212 (open 9:30 am to 9:30 pm, daily)
➡️ For Welsh, press 1.
➡️ For Polish, press 2.

If you feel like you’re coming down with something 🤒 (shivering, high temperature), or you notice a red patch or feel a hard lump, please don't wait, ask for help.

Don't forget- you are not alone during the holidays!🎄

18/12/2025

Thank you for all your lovely reviews and testimonials: I’ve been awarded these two awards because of them!
This is truly a wonderful way to close the year.

In 2025, I’ve supported more families than ever before, but one thing is for sure: I will always put my heart into every single visit (Yes, even after 4 hrs of night sleep.)
I will always listen, support you, and make sure you decide what works best for you and your family.

Seeing you become the mother who confidently feeds her baby in the middle of Smyths while choosing Lego with your toddler, after once crying that you were afraid you might never be able to leave the house, or that maybe you were “designed not to be able to breastfeed” is just one example of why I love this job.

You and your baby are capable of so much more than you could ever imagine, and I will always be here to help you see that.

Thank you for trusting me, believing in me, reading all my typos, and being the best clients every breastfeeding supporter could dream of. 💖

17/12/2025

💜💜

16/12/2025

Many of you might be thinking it’s time to introduce some solids, so your baby can taste the festive meals. and feeling more included 🍽️🎅

In reality, introducing solids earlier than your baby is ready can be dangerous. 🚫
Not only because of the choking hazard, but there is also a bigger chance that your baby will develop allergies or you could damage their gut health with that piece of mince pie. 😬 ( And think about all the busy A&Es if you have an allergic reaction...)

Would you like to know more or need tips what to say to the relatives? 📚
Sign up for our weaning class to decide if your baby is ready for solids or not! 👶

14/12/2025

While everyone is focusing on Christmas, here are our top tips to enjoy a peaceful holiday with your baby – wherever you spend it. 🎄🤱

Listen to your body : It might be tempting to skip a feeding session as Grandpa tries to rock your little one, but if your body is ready for a feed, your baby probably is, too. 💖

Listen to your baby – Just because you’re spending the holidays in your parent's house in your old room, it’s an entirely new place (and full of new stimuli!) for your baby. She might be cranky or fussy because she gets overstimulated more easily. Keep in mind that she needs you and your love just as much as she does on normal days. 🏠👶

Only accept advice that fits your parenting style – The holiday season brings loads of unsolicited advice – even if it’s given with good intentions. Your sister-in-law’s baby might have slept through the night since 8 weeks, but that doesn’t mean you need to try her methods if they don’t feel right for you. 🙅‍♀️💬

Be careful how you dress up: elegant and tight dresses are not only fidgety when it comes to breastfeeding, but can also put pressure on your sensitive breasts, leading to a blocked duct or other uncomfortable situations.👗

Remember – your family is unique. Your baby and his feeding patterns are unique, too. Just keep up the amazing job you’ve been doing and enjoy the holidays! 🎁✨