Leith's Lactation Consultants

28/11/2025

27/11/2025

Today we’re focusing on the difference between Time-Out and Time-In — two approaches that look similar on the surface but shape emotional development in completely different ways.

This simple truth sits at the heart of brain-based, connection-focused discipline. Regulation is taught through presence, not isolation — and today’s posts will explore exactly why.

27/11/2025

Londoners!

We’re looking to open a brand-new PANDAS peer support group in London Bridge, and we’re looking for compassionate volunteers to lead it. We already have a beautiful venue, The Bridge - Health, Fitness & Wellbeing Now we just need you!

If you can offer:
✨a warm, judgement-free space
✨a listening ear
✨kindness and consistency

We’ll provide all the training, guidance, and support you need to run the group confidently. It’s just 2 hours a month (You’re welcome to do more if you want to, but it’s absolutely not required.)

As a PANDAS volunteer, you’ll:
✨Be part of an incredible nationwide charity
✨Join a supportive volunteer community
✨Learn new skills (leadership, active listening, safeguarding, group facilitation, communication)
✨Make a meaningful difference to parents who feel alone

You don’t need clinical experience, just compassion and a desire to help. We’ll teach you the rest and support you every step of the way. ❤️

If you're interested in finding out more information please visit the link in first comment below.

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27/11/2025

Sometimes, talking on the phone can feel like too much. That’s why we created our WhatsApp support service - so you can reach out for help in the way that feels safest and easiest for you.

Simply message us on WhatsApp: 07903 508334

Our trained volunteers are here to listen, offer understanding and signpost you to the right support.

❤️ You don’t need to know exactly what to say.
❤️ You don’t need to have it “bad enough.”
❤️ You just need to send that first message and we’ll meet you there, with kindness and care.

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27/11/2025

They hold it together all day at school — smiling, following the rules, blending in. But the moment they get home, the mask slips. Tears, anger, exhaustion, silence.

This is masking — when a child hides their true feelings or struggles to fit in, often at great emotional cost. What looks like 'coping' at school can lead to collapse once they feel safe again.

Understanding masking helps parents respond with compassion instead of confusion — and helps schools create spaces where children don’t need to hide who they are.

FOLLOW for the Educator Edition later today.

Our Masking Toolkit for Parents & Educators explores why masking happens, how to spot it, and what really helps.
It’s filled with practical strategies to support emotional safety at home and in the classroom.

Download it from The Contented Child at link in comments or via our Linktree Shop in our Bio.

27/11/2025

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27/11/2025

Enjoy your food mums!

Every year around the holidays, parents ask whether the herbs in seasonal dishes can hurt their milk supply. Luckily, that’s pretty unlikely. Cooking uses much smaller amounts than any herbal product meant to reduce supply. Schedule changes and disrupted routine can have more of an impact, so try to keep baby close and nursing often!

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27/11/2025

Do you ever second-guess your milk production after pumping? Do you compare it with the volume of milk your friend or neighbor pumps? Do you compare it with the milk you pumped for a previous baby? Before you start to worry, you first need to know how much pumped milk is average. Many mothers discov...

27/11/2025

I was asked to write this information particularly for those mothers who are looking at subsequent pregnancies and want to make decisions just in case.

27/11/2025

Reminder for the upcoming holidays 🙌🏼

27/11/2025

Excellent news that mums are getting the support they want and deserve

Minister thanks NHS staff for their work supporting mothers.