Milk Mates Infant Feeding Support - Stourbridge
A free to attend infant feeding support group - open to all!
Location
Stourbridge Family centre
5 Forge Road Stourbridge DY8 1XF United KingdomAbout this event
A friendly baby and toddler group with infant feeding support from trained peer supporters (we can support breastfeeding, combination feeding, bottle feeding, starting solids, stopping breastfeeding).
Stourbridge Family Hub has a small car park and on road parking. When you arrive, press the buzzer for entry and you'll be shown to the Maple Room which has loads of lovely toys, comfy chairs and child sized toilets. There is also a sensory room at the hub.
We also have a great range of taster sessions and workshops!
You are welcome to bring your baby and partners/supporters are welcomed. Please book a ticket for each over 5 attending the group with you.
Tasters and Workshops:
5th December: Group launch and festive activities!
House keeping:
You can drop in at any time, but do bear in mind that we need to leave the room by the session end time to ensure it is clean and tidy for the next users. If for some reason you are not able to attend, please let us know as soon as possible so someone else is able to access a space.
If you'd like any further information, please email newbabynetwork@gmail.com
If you have any symptoms of covid-19, or are self-isolating, please do not attend. We have virtual groups and webchat available to support you - details on our website www.newbabynetwork.co.uk
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Don't hesitate to contact us at newbabynetwork@gmail.com if you need any further help or information.
Interested in hearing more about our services? Visit our website www.newbabynetwork.co.uk
We're also on Facebook and Instagram!
Frequently asked questions
Yes! Our infant feeding support groups are ALWAYS free.
Yes! You can bring your baby, older children, supporter, friend or partner. Just make sure you book a ticket for every over 5.
Our fully trained infant feeding peer supporters are trained by an IBCLC for 12 weeks. They learn about breastfeeding, bottle feeding and weaning as well as mental health and counselling skills. They regularly attend update training and supervision. They are also lovely, friendly parents like you!
Yes! This is an infant feeding support group so we support any person feeding a baby in any way. This might be breastfeeding, combination feeding, formula feeding, expressed feeding or weaning and introducing solids. We are here for you every step of the way!
Yes! We'll always prioritise having space for those in need of support, but there is plenty of space! Many of our parents and carers come for a chat, a cuppa and general perinatal support too. It's so important to have a strong support system around you and we are part of that. You are not alone!
We have screens within the main room to provide privacy for anyone who would like it. This might be for feeding, general support or a private chat. Stourbridge Family Hub also has other private rooms.
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