The Breastfeeding Network has been commissioned by Lewisham Council to provide free, non-judgmental, evidence-based baby feeding support to all Lewisham families. We train local breastfeeding parents to go on to support others in their community, whether you’re expecting, already feeding, wanting to stop, no matter how old your child is, we are here if you just want to chat to another mum about infant feeding.
Our Peer Supporters are here to help:
- We have a team of friendly and experienced Peer Supporters who offer support on the postnatal ward at Lewisham Hospital.
- We can also offer home visits to parents and new babies who may find it hard to get to a group.
- Our volunteers can be found in groups in the community across Lewisham, working alongside Health Visiting.
Stay updated on support groups and services by following us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BfNLewisham/
The National Breastfeeding Helpline is also available day or night – 0300 100 0212 day or night, or message them 9:30am-9:30pm on Facebook @NationalBreastfeedingHelpline.
- Email us at: lewishamsupport@breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk
Our service in Lewisham is brand new and continually developing so please do check our social media for news and updates of where you can find support. We are always looking for more local parents who are passionate about, and have lived experience in breastfeeding to join our accredited training courses to become BfN volunteers. If you are interested please do pop us an email to the address above and we will be in touch!
Please be aware that emails and messages to our Facebook page will be seen by our small team. If you contact us by email please send just a brief outline of your question or concern initially so we can support you in the most appropriate way. Your privacy matters; learn how we handle data at https://www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/privacy-notice/
We’re here for you every step of the way!
