The Breast Room

20/04/2026

Our baby feeding drop-in clinic is open as usual this Thursday. Come in anytime between 1020am and 1145am.

Your friendly faces this week are Carrie, Denise and Tessah.

Everyone welcome :-) Have a cuppa and a chat.

Find us at Te Whānau Arohanui 137 Victoria Rd, St Clair. Plenty of free parking.

18/04/2026

Around four months (or anywhere between three and six months!), just when you thought it was going smoothly, babies can seem to change again - becoming more fussy, sleeping differently, and often being more distractible when nursing. Our article looks at what might be going on and how to cope when the 'four month fussies' hit!

https://www.laleche.org.uk/what-happens-at-four-months/

[Image: photo of a breastfeeding baby breastfeeding and trying to put her fingers in her mother's mouth while she smiles at the camera. Text: What going on with my four month old?]

13/04/2026

Our baby feeding drop-in clinic is open this Thursday. Arrive anytime between 10:30am and 11:45am to be sure we can see you before we close. All questions welcome, bring your partner, your mum, your friend or just you and your baby!

Your friendly faces this week are Carrie, Angela and Emma.

13/04/2026

True of False? You shouldn't breastfeed your baby if you are unwell.

False!
It's natural to worry about whether or not it is safe to breastfeed your baby when you are sick, but in most cases it's better to keep feeding. Your body will provide antibodies through your milk providing protection for your little one. The reality is that your baby is less likely to be unwell, or will be less unwell if they do catch whatever is going round while they are still breastfeeding.

10/04/2026

As whānau across Aotearoa prepare for the weather events this weekend, now's a good time to think ahead - especially when it comes to feeding your pēpi.

Power, water, and access to shops can be disrupted, so a simple plan can make a big difference.

We've created a handy infant feeding emergency plan to help guide you 🤍

https://www.womens-health.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Infant-Feeding-Emergency-Plan-WHA-2024-fillable.pdf

10/04/2026

https://theconversation.com/evacuating-with-a-baby-heres-what-to-put-in-your-emergency-kit-127026?fbclid=IwY2xjawRGV89leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMbG5QVVpkMTlYeGoxSzBMc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHsa1PCIaG5wHBLHZ-JPpYbl1IZCCL1QiYjzfticmXaXs2yP8s1To1Jy0BjS5_aem_6OHHQi0qJiOiZ5Rbuswf_Q

Babies are particularly vulnerable in emergencies, especially in hot weather. Here’s what your emergency kit needs to ensure they stay hydrated if you have to evacuate or you lose power or water.

06/04/2026

It's World Autism Awareness Day.

Our article by one of our autistic Leaders, Emily, looks at breastfeeding as an autistic mother and also breastfeeding if your child is autistic.

https://www.laleche.org.uk/breastfeeding-and-autism

[Image: Emily breastfeeding her baby who is holding a doll. Looking out over a view over a waterfall with a rainbow. Text: Breastfeeding and

06/04/2026

Our baby feeding drop-in clinic is open this Thursday. Arrive anytime between 10:30am and 11:45am to be sure we can see you before we close. All questions welcome, bring your partner, your mum, your friend or just you and your baby!

Your friendly faces this week are Carrie, Sam and Sheryl.

31/03/2026

True or False?
Once a baby has teeth, you can't breastfeed.

False :-)

When a baby is actively breastfeeding, their tongue should be over their bottom teeth, so they can't bite at the same time.

However, once they stop suckling some babies bite down, especially during teething when they may be exploring the new sensations in their mouth.

29/03/2026

Our baby feeding drop-in clinic is open this Thursday. Arrive anytime between 10:30am and 11:45am to be sure we can see you before we close. All questions welcome, bring your partner, your mum, your friend or just you and your baby!

Your friendly faces this week are Carrie, Sam and Tessah.