To promote the world-wide campaign, ‘Closing the gap: Breastfeeding support for all’, KCC is also highlighting the opportunities for businesses to help mums and their families feel welcome.
Hear from a coffee shop in Whitstable
“...we are encouraging mums and families to come forward for support as they need it”
KCC Director of Public Health, Dr Anjan Ghosh, said: “We understand that breastfeeding can be difficult for some, so during this World Breastfeeding Week we are encouraging mums and families to come forward for support as they need it.
“Some mothers can also feel uncomfortable breastfeeding in public. For businesses wanting to help families feel even more welcome, check out the information on Beside You Kent’s supporting breastfeeding page.”
Families can:
- contact the Let’s Chat 0-5 service or your local Health Visiting Team with any questions, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
- find other free breastfeeding support on Beside You Kent, including the 24-hour national Breastfeeding Network helpline 0300 100 0212
- ask the Health Visiting Service about breastfeeding groups where you can meet other women, share experiences and get advice
- visit the Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust’s Kent Family website for details about the Specialist Infant Feeding Service
- you may find these mum’s stories of breastfeeding helpful too
- contact your local Family Hub. Find your local Family Hub
Businesses can:
