Breastfeeding for new mothers

The Umina Branch of the Australian Breastfeeding Association is introducing a new monthly Monday get together for new and expectant mothers.

Discussions will take place at the Out of School Hours Cottage on McMasters Rd from Monday, February 14, at 10am.

The February meeting will cover Breastfeeding Basics, with a positioning and attachment video being shown.

The topic in March topic will be "Is my baby getting enough milk?".

In April, the topic is Expressing and Storing Breastmilk".

"These are three of our most popular topics for new mothers," said Umina group leader Ms Heidi Nader.

"We are hoping to increase access to the support, information and friendship mothers can receive in the Australian Breastfeeding Association.

"Many new parents on the Central Coast have often moved away from their support systems and in ABA they can find new support as well as having access to up-to-date breastfeeding information.

"It can be really helpful to meet other mums who can relate to their new mothering role and the challenges that they face."

Mothers who attend the discussion on Breastfeeding Basics on February 14 will receive a free copy of the comprehensive booklet entitled "An Introduction to Breastfeeding" valued at five dollars.

The group also meets fortnightly on Thursdays.

For more information, contact 4329 1484.

Press release, February 2 Heidi Nader, Australian Breastfeeding Association Umina group