Team QEH Infant Feeding

06/03/2026

Breastfeeding at night

Breastfeeding at night is one of the most discussed topics at La Leche League groups, both in person and online. Sleep can be one of the biggest challenges many mothers and families experience.

Our article is designed to give parents the information and reassurance they need to inform their own night-time breastfeeding approach, including some tips on how to get more rest when you can.

https://www.laleche.org.uk/breastfeeding-at-night
[Image: close up of a baby at the breast in the dark.]

05/03/2026

It’s World book day

Here’s a selection of great books on breastfeeding that can help answer your breastfeeding questions and support you with evidence-based information on what to expect along the way.

Books on responsive parents and how being responsive to babies can make a big difference to both their wellbeing and brain development.

Books which can help to explain normal infant development around sleep and offer you some insight and support on this topic

Books to help you with your particular area of interest.

And children's books with images of breastfeeding to share at story time. Books for children to explore having a new baby in the family or talk about coming to the end of a child's breastfeeding journey.

05/03/2026

🌞March🌞

The sun is shining and spring is in the air 🌸 How we've longed for these days!

We have two free breastfeeding circles this month, Monday 9th and Monday 23rd March we will be in Downham Market, 10-11.30 to discuss all things breastfeeding 🤱

Whether you need support with latch, have questions about introducing solids, are struggling with sleep, maybe you're ready to move from feeding on demand to introducing boundaries to your nursing toddler, or perhaps you just want to meet some other mums in the same stage as you. Everyone is welcome, from pregnancy to weaning 💕

We'll also make you a hot drink and supply you with biscuits ☕🍪

05/03/2026

Could you support new parents with breastfeeding as a QEH volunteer?

Three infant feeding peer support volunteers – all mothers with personal experience of breastfeeding – will now be available on the maternity ward to help with promoting and sustaining breastfeeding among new parents.

This dedicated support has been given evidence-based information to support mothers in the early days of feeding their babies offered through the Association of Breastfeeding Mothers (ABM). They will provide invaluable support to mothers, giving advice and a listening ear in the early days of breastfeeding.

More volunteers are needed. If you are passionate about breastfeeding and would like to support new parents, you can train as a breastfeeding peer support volunteer with Team QEH Maternity by emailing volunteerapplications@qehkl.nhs.uk to express your interest.

For more information, read our press release: https://qehklmediahub.com/2026/03/05/could-you-support-new-parents-with-breastfeeding-as-a-qeh-volunteer/

05/03/2026

Sharing some Tongue- tie Myths from Beside You

There are many reasons why a baby with tongue‑tie may or may not need treatment.

Here are the facts behind common myths:

❌ Myth 1: You can’t breastfeed a baby with tongue‑tie.
✔️ Many babies breastfeed with no issues, and some people never realise they have tongue‑tie.

❌ Myth 2: All tongue‑ties need to be divided.
✔️ Some babies feed perfectly well and never need treatment.

❌ Myth 3: A frenulum always affects feeding.
✔️ Feeding often improves naturally as a child grows, even with a tongue‑tie.

❌ Myth 4: Tongue‑tie causes speech problems.
✔️ Most children with tongue‑tie develop normal speech, especially if they fed well as babies.

❌ Myth 5: Tongue‑tie is caused by folic acid.
✔️ There is no evidence that folic acid causes tongue‑tie.

❌ Myth 6: Tongue‑tie is a modern trend.
✔️ It has been recognised for centuries, including in very early medical texts.

❌ Myth: A division fixes feeding instantly.
✔️ Babies often need time to relearn feeding, and tongue‑tie may not be the only issue.

If you’re concerned about tongue‑tie, speak with your health visitor or GP.

Learn more over on our Beside You website 👉 https://bit.ly/4kOubbm

04/03/2026

Happy IBCLC Day
If you wish to find a local IBCLC you can find one here

https://lcgb.org/

Happy IBCLC day!

What's an IBCLC?
International Board Certified Lactation Consultants are the highest qualified professional in infant feeding, and are recognised across the world.
They come from a variety of backgrounds and will have taken one of three different routes to get there, but all will have met the same requirements.

-At least 1000 hours of supervised breastfeeding support

-At least 95 hours of lactation specific accredited training

-14 health sciences or be a health care professional

-Once those are completed you can then apply to sit the exams!!

If you manage to pass the exams, which have a really high rate to pass, (often up near 80%) you then get to be an IBCLC! (A protected term. You can't use it unless you're registered.)

In order to STAY an IBCLC, you have to recertify every 5 years by proving you've done at least another 75+ hours of accredited learning or by sitting the exam again.

So, basically, it isn't a weekend course 🤣 I believe on average it takes about 5 years, and usually a lot of financial investment. It's quite the privilege to be able to do it in fact, and I acknowledge it wouldn't be a possibility for everyone.

IBCLCs work in a variety of settings, from hospital to community, NHS, voluntary and private, and are involved in policy, guidance and research as well as direct family contact.
We can support with any and all areas of infant feeding, from pregnancy preparation to stopping breastfeeding at any age, from basics of latch support through to complex medical issues. Of course, a lot of IBCLCs have a particular area they specialise in or enjoy.

I'm so very proud to be an IBCLC, and proud of my colleagues working so tirelessly to support families.

03/03/2026

Need breastfeeding support day or night call National Breastfeeding Helpline UK

Breastfeeding overnight or early morning?
Got a nagging question that can't wait?
Worried baby isn't getting enough milk?

Call us on 0300 100 0212 or send us a direct message 💙

We're here for you all through the night!

Our 24-hour service is provided by The Breastfeeding Network (UK), with Association of Breastfeeding Mothers

✨ Please share to help us reach more families who need us✨

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02/03/2026

Breast compressions can be really helpful as shown by Hannah Croft IBCLC, Infant Feeding Support

28/02/2026

Great info about switch feeding from @ Lucy Webber Feeding Support - IBCLC

27/02/2026

Great info from Lucy Webber Feeding Support - IBCLC

23/02/2026

Helpline Awareness Day

✨Helplines Awareness Day✨

The National Breastfeeding Helpline offers friendly, non-judgemental, independent, evidence-based breastfeeding and infant feeding support and information to anyone in the UK who needs it 💜

Our peer supporters, who have all breastfed or are still breastfeeding - including expressing - are passionate about supporting mums, parents and families across the UK.

Our 24-hour service runs every day of the year, and is available via phone and social media messenger (Facebook and Instagram only)

✨Call 0300 100 0212 or send us a direct message - 24/7✨

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

💜Please share to raise awareness about our helpline💜

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