Breastfeeding Wairarapa

09/11/2025

This is a great blog on breastfeeding and teeth (how it doesn't cause decay). A question that often comes up when starting solids - which this article provides info on as well.

Parents are often told not to breastfeed their baby to sleep because it will damage their baby's teeth - or that if they "have" to do it, to brush their baby's teeth or wipe their mouth after feeding. Many parents are left feeling guilty or struggling with the logistics of how to brush the

22/10/2025

Sorry, the little latch on session is cancelled this morning as Julie is away.
It will be back on next Thursday 30 October as usual, 10-11.30am at Hessey House, 21 Worksop Road, Masterton.
See some of you next Thursday :)

22/10/2025

The Little latch on session was already cancelled for tomorrow, but with this impending weather warning, please stay home and stay safe!

The strong possibility of high winds hitting the Wairarapa tomorrow will see an Emergency Operations Centre operating out of Waiata House from 8am.This will enable road closures etc to be more regularly communicated to the general public.
A decision to close the Masterton district library tomorrow has already been made.
A general warning has been issued for motorists to only use roads when necessary, for walkers to stay clear of areas where fallen trees are a possibility, and that no fires should be lit outdoors.
BE CAREFUL OUT THERE!!!!!

21/10/2025

Sorry, the little latch on session is cancelled tomorrow morning as Julie is away.
It will be back on next Thursday 30 October as usual, 10-11.30am at Hessey House, 21 Worksop Road, Masterton.
Please pass on the message if you know of anyone who was intending to attend this week.

21/10/2025

It's more than just the milk.

When discussing lactation, the health effects of human milk often get top billing, but nursing gives children much more than calories and immune-boosting ingredients. Nursing provides sensory stimulation that enhances infant neurodevelopment.[1] It is one of baby’s first social interactions. The s...

21/10/2025

Sorry, the Little Latch On session is cancelled this Thursday 23 October as Julie is away.
Back on next Thursday 30 October as usual, 10-11.30am at Hessey House, 21 Worksop Road, Masterton.
Please pass on the message if you know of anyone who was planning to attend this week.

20/10/2025

Sorry there's no Little Latch On session this Thursday 23 October as Julie is away.
Back on next Thursday 30 October as usual, 10-11.30am at Hessey House, 21 Worksop Road, Masterton.
Please pass on the message if you know someone who was planning to attend.

19/10/2025

Some parents might find this helpful to read over.