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EXCLUSIVE
Pregnant mums are more likely to breastfeed when dads get involved in the decision. Whilst the final say needs to be with the mum, blokes that take the time to find out the facts about breastfeeding whilst she’s pregnant make their partners feel more confident about doing things naturally.
GET INVOLVED
Dads that take a backseat and […]

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If there’s one thing that separates the men from the boys, it’s how they deal with being a dad. Here’s some top tips to help you step up to the plate.
1. You can’t really break the baby!
Don’t be afraid to pick your baby up for a cuddle! There’s a knack to it when they […]

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BREASTFEEDING BABY WITHOUT SHOWING HER BOOBS.
Like most blokes, you’ll flinch at the thought of your girl whipping out her boobs (your boobs!) in front of other people. Add in the possibility that those other people could be your mates or your dad and you’re stomping round the room pounding your chest. Well, there’s no need […]

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1. EASY AND CONVENIENT
Breastfeeding doesn’t need preparing. The milk is good to go at any time and delivered at exactly the right temperature.
2. COMPLETELY FREE
It’s free… and formula is expensive.
3. ON TAP, ON DEMAND
You’ll never run out. Baby’s never without an instant meal and there’ll be no middle of the night panic runs to the […]

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BLOWING THE HORN! ON SOME COMMON BREASTFEEDING MYTHS.

I LOVE HER BOOBS. THEY’LL SAG IF SHE BREASTFEEDS.
There’s little connection between breastfeeding and saggy boobs. The pregnancy itself could cause some sagging and smoking doesn’t help, but breastfeeding is in the clear!
SHE WON’T BE ABLE TO EAT OR DRINK WHAT SHE WANTS.
There’s nothing she has to avoid […]

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EXCLUSIVE
Breastfeeding couples are up to £1700 better off per year than those who choose to bottle feed. Whilst the health benefits of breastfeeding are widely known, the financial perks are often overlooked.

MOUNTING COSTS
The cost of bottles, formula milk and sterilising equipment can mount up to a whopping £620.00 per year—the equivalent of a family […]

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NADIA BUDZINSKA, 23 FROM GRIMETHORPE AND MUM TO ADAM
Nadia lives in Grimethorpe with her 1 year-old son Adam. Before she became a mum Nadia worked full time. She is currently pregnant with her second child, a baby girl, who is due to be born in Spring of this year.
Please explain why you’ve chosen to breastfeed?
It’s […]

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MICHELLE HARDY, 20 FROM BARNSLEY AND MUM TO ANDREW
Michelle lives in Barnsley with her 6 month-old son Andrew.
Please explain why you’ve chosen to breastfeed?
I wanted to try it as everyone says that it gives your baby the best start possible.
What did the people around you think of your decision to breastfeed - eg partner, parents, […]

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Breastfeeding information and support

Voluntary Action Barnsley
Breastfeeding Link Workers: provide support and information for breastfeeding families.
Tel: 01226 320 100
Tel: 07853 893 430 (Ruth)
Text ‘Be A Star’ to 07950 08 08 06*
Or visit: vabarnsley.org.uk
BIBS
Breastfeeding support and training for groups and individuals.
Tel: 01226 215 180
Tel: 07877 426 486
Or visit: barnsleybibs.info
National Breastfeeding Helpline
Calls are answered locally by trained mothers.
9.30am […]

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THE BE A STAR BREASTFEEDING CAMPAIGN

Be A Star is a social marketing campaign that promotes breastfeeding amongst young women by celebrating mothers who breastfeed as ‘stars’, whilst supporting them through the breastfeeding process, via peer support and improved understanding and acceptance of breastfeeding within the community.
The ‘stars’ of the campaign are real, local breastfeeding mums, […]

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