KERRY WILLIAMS, FROM ROTHERHAM AND MUM TO EVAN

Kerry lives in Blackburn, Rotherham with her 10 month-old son Evan. Before she became a mum Kerry worked full time. She plans to return to work once Evan is a little older

Please explain why you’ve chosen to breastfeed?
I made the decision to breastfeed early in my pregnancy because I found out that it helps to shed baby weight. It made sense, as it doesn’t cost anything and it’s the best thing for my baby and for me.

What did the people around you think of your decision to breastfeed - eg partner, parents, friends, family?
Most people I know were shocked! All of my friends with children bottle-fed their babies, so it came as a bit of shock to everyone that I was doing things differently.

What general advice would you give to expectant mums considering breastfeeding?
Go for it! It’s an amazing feeling knowing that you can give your baby everything that they need.

What advice would you give to mums whose partner/friends/parents disapprove of breastfeeding?
It doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks, as long as you do what’s best for you and your baby.

Do you think that there are any drawbacks to breastfeeding? If so, what are they?
Only one, no one else can take the night feeds!