Having a baby? Already Breastfeeding a baby of any age? Then contacting a Volunteer breastfeeding supporter will be positive for you. These supporters are mothers, who have been trained to support breastfeeding mothers.
Mother4Mother supporters are able to help you with the ups and downs of breastfeeding. No question is too small!
How can a Mother 4 Mother supporter help me?
By:
Providing breastfeeding information during your pregnancy
Helping you to find solutions to challenges via telephone, txt, email and face to face
Helping you join a breastfeeding group in your area, so that you can meet other mothers
Referring you to health professionals if required, eg. lactation consultants
Breastfeeding is great for you and your baby, so get to know a Mother 4 Mother supporter near you.
For information about this confidential free Mother 4 Mother service contact the Baby Feeding Support Service.
Phone 0800 800 743 ext 212
Text 027 588 1007
Email janine_pinkham@rcpho.org.nz
If you are a health professional and would like to refer a mother you are in contact with for one to one breastfeeding peer support please make a referral using the form in the link below