Even though breastfeeding is the most natural thing in the world, it can take a while to get used to getting your boobs out when out shopping or with friends.
Many mums don’t always know where to go, what clothes to wear or even how to lift their top up (or down!) without flashing their boobs. […]

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Never, ever in a toilet! Imagine asking an adult or a bottlefed baby to have their dinner in the toilet! We don’t think breastfeeding is something you need to hide, but it’s important that you do whatever makes you feel comfortable. Here’s some tips.
Time and place

Try and get settled somewhere before your baby gets […]

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We don’t understand how anyone could have a problem with a mum feeding her baby. But there are still some people who give strange looks and make comments. The main thing is to not let anyone stop you doing what’s best for you and your baby.
Be strong

There’s lots of ways you can deal with these […]

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Breastfeeding is nothing to be embarrassed about! But when you’re out and about, knowing what clothes to wear and feeding positions to use can help you feel more confident before you actually leave the house.
Clothes that work

Any tops that unbutton from the bottom.
Stretchy tops that pull up.
Two piece outfits if you’re going somewhere special.
You can […]

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VICKY THOMPSON, 25, FROM CARLISLE WITH 7-MONTH-OLD BABY SIAN
Vicky lives in Carlisle with her daughter Sian. Before she became a mum, Vicky worked full-time. Since giving birth to Sian, Vicky has returned to work part-time, but continues to feed Sian herself by breastfeeding when she is at home and expressing milk for bottles whilst she […]

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KATIE BURNS, 18, FROM WORKINGTON WITH 3-MONTH-OLD BABY AMY
Katie lives in Workington with daughter Amy. Before giving birth to Amy, Katie was on her college placement, now that she has given birth and her baby is a little older, Katie plans to return to her studies.
Please explain why you’ve chosen to breastfeed?
I was always going […]

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North and West Cumbria
Breastfeeding Information and Support
National Breastfeeding Helpline
Calls are answered locally by
trained mothers. 9.30am - 9.30pm
www.breastfeeding.nhs.uk
Tel: 0300 100 0212
Postnatal ward West Cumberland
Tel: 01946 523 260

Maternity ward Carlisle
Tel: 01228 523 444 Ext 4269

NCT Breastfeeding Counsellor
Anne Marie Steel—West Cumbria
Tel: 07900 904 054

National Childbirth Trust (NCT)
Breastfeeding Line
Tel: 0300 33 00 771

Special Care Baby Unit
West Cumbria: 01946 […]

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SARAH METCALFE, 20, FROM BARROW-IN-FURNESS WITH 2-MONTH-OLD BABY KIAN
Sarah lives in Barrow with her son Kian. As well as looking after her newborn baby, Sarah loves catching up on all the latest TV and playing on her computer.
Please explain why you’ve chosen to breastfeed?
I chose to breastfeed as it is best for my baby and […]

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AMY GILL, 24, FROM DALTON-IN-FURNESS WITH 6-MONTH-OLD BABY ELIZABETH
Amy lives in Dalton-in-Furness with her daughter Elizabeth. Before giving birth Amy worked full time as a registrar at a local zoo, keeping the records of all the animals up to date. Amy is now concentrating on being a good mummy!
Please explain why you’ve chosen to breastfeed?
I […]

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