One-to-One Breastfeeding Support

One-to-One Breastfeeding Support

The One to One Breastfeeding service supported mothers in the first six weeks, in the maternity ward and at home, strengthening parent child bonds.

The Hospital Infant Feeding Team (HIFT) will continue to offer the following support:

Antenatal Workshops: Monthly group sessions will continue to be offered at Southend Hospital. These sessions will focus on infant feeding and relationship building and are easily accessible to the public.

Postnatal Support: A postnatal infant feeding support group will take place every Monday (excluding bank holidays and certain school holidays) at the Blenheim Family Centre. Parents attending will receive individual support from a trained infant feeding specialist.

Telephone Support: Parents can still reach out for support through the dedicated infant feeding telephone service.

Loan Pump Service: A free service is now available to help parents continue their breastfeeding journey when challenges arise, ensuring that families have the resources they need.

To contact the Hospital Infant Feeding team, phone 07824 523506 for further information.

Stay connected with Bump to Breast Southend YMCA on social media, as their Facebook and Instagram pages will soon have a new name and brand. Starting 1st April 2025, they will offer breastfeeding support through a reduced service.

Using the valuable learning from The Bump to Breast project, the Council will introduce a new breastfeeding support service for the community. Although it may differ slightly, it will build on the successes of Bump to Breast and continue to focus on group-based support. Please contact your Health Visitor for more information.

If you have any questions or concerns around family services in Southend, please contact City Family’s Information and Guidance Service where their Navigators will be able to assist you.

Call: 01702 844188
WhatsApp/Live Chat: 07507 242398
Email: yfsouthend@cityfamily.org.uk
or visit www.cityfamily.org.uk

Opening hours:
Monday to Thursday: 10:30am – 7:00pm
Friday and Saturday: 10:30am – 3:00pm