Bras4Mums

Breastfeeding Support and Links

Association of breastfeeding mothers - www.abm.me.uk

NCT Breastfeeding support line 0870 444 8708

Breastfeeding Network - support helpline and local breasfeeding support groups. The service 0870 900 8787 operates from 9.30am to 9.30pm every day of the year, and calls will be charged at the usual national rate in the UK or your mobile rate.
www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk

The Baby Cafe - Baby Café drop-in centres around the country generally open once a week and are set out with coffee tables, comfy sofas and play areas for accompanying toddlers. All pregnant or breastfeeding mums are welcome to drop in at any time during opening hours. No appointment is necessary and partners, supporters and health professionals are also welcome. www.thebabycafe.org

La Leche League - breastfeeding support and education - www.laleche.org.uk

Breastfeeding Support - useful articles and links, particularly for breastfeeding friendly venues across the UK. www.breastfeedingsupport.co.uk

Resources for breastfeeding mothers - www.breastfeeding.co.uk

Breast Buddies Support Forum - This breastfeeding support forum covers topics from newborn feeding, infant feeding challenges, extended breastfeeding, pregnant and breastfeeding, breastfeeding multiples, Breast feeding and nutrition.

Breastfeeding after Breast reduction/surgery: The BFAR Website provides information and support to mothers who wish to breastfeed after breast reduction surgery, and is a resource for health care providers for information about the feasibility and protocols of breastfeeding after breast reduction surgery.

Little Angels - a non-profit making support group for breastfeeding mothers - www.littleangels.org.uk

United Kingdom Association for Milk Banking - Breastfeeding mothers can donate expressed milk to support the feeding and care of sick and premature babies. "Every drop counts". www.ukamb.org

Baby Milk Action - a non-profit making organisation working to strengthen effective controls on the marketing of the baby feeding industry. Members of the International Baby Food Action Network (IBFAN). www.babymilkaction.org

Breast Feeding Information - Breastfeeding information and shopping for mothers

Breastfeeding Baby - Antenatal preparation for breastfeeding and resolution of any breastfeeding difficulties including division of tongue-tie. A home visit service in Exeter and surrounding areas by a lactation consultant.

Support for parents

National Childbirth Trust (NCT). Charity that supports parents with wide ranging advice, support, ante and post-natal groups - www.nctpregnancyandbabycare.com

BabyGROE (Green, Recycled, Organic and Ethical), helping parents make natural choices. www.babygroe.co.uk

Doula UK - A doula offers emotional and practical support to the woman and her partner before, during and after childbirth.The association of Doulas in the UK. Find a doula local to you. www.doula.org.uk

Netmums Stuck for things to do? Want to link with other Mums in the area? Need advice? - www.netmums.com

The Maternity Network - Smoothing the journey to becoming a Mum. Help and advice for women, particularly in Bucks, Berks, Oxon and Surrey/Hampshire borders. www.thematernitynetwork.co.uk

MumsUnitedHome An award winning parenting site, offering a wealth of informative articles covering from preconception to the care of your baby. Contains large message boards and special locations board for meeting mums near you. The place to go for support, advice, friendship and fun, www.mumsunitedhome.com

Dads Haven- The place to meet and chat to other dads. Share views on our discussion boards, read our product reviews laugh at funny pictures and view out list of great sites. www.dads-haven.co.uk

www.plus-size-pregnancy.org - The main purpose of this website is to discuss obesity and pregnancy, address questions and concerns, and to help women of size have more empowered pregnancies and births. This website also contains much general pregnancy information useful to all women.

www.littlestuff.co.uk - online baby shopping directory with product reviews and competitions

http://baby.livingchaos.co.uk/- A guide you through those 9 magical months of being pregnant, giving birth and your baby’s first year

www.loneparents.org - Everything that a Single Parent needs to know.

Mothers 35 Plus: information for older mothers, mothers to be and would-be older mothers, including message forums, recommended reading and resources for late life motherhood.

www.kidsguide.co.uk All you need to know about family events and services in Cheshire, Wirral, Wrexham and Warrington.

Newborn Fitness - is devoted to the health, fitness, and wellbeing of new mothers, and will provide everything you need for your post-natal fitness regime so you can return to full health looking better and feeling fitter than ever before!! www.newbornfitness.co.uk

Tips - Breastfeeding: the essential guide. This new site aims to educate and inform parents and professionals about best practice in breastfeeding, neonatal skincare/cordcare and other related midwifery subjects. Bra testing information. www.tipslimited.com

Shopping

Mummy Looks Fab - stylish maternity and nursing clothes for pregnancy and beyond. www.mummylooksfab.co.uk

Cut4cloth - Funky, bright and fashionable organic clothing for 0 - 4 year olds. Our clothes are built to give plenty of room to wriggle and accommodate cloth nappies with ease www.cut4cloth.co.uk

Baby Angels – Design Conscious Nursery Furniture & Accessories. Donations to  NSPCC for all nursery sets bought.  www.babyangels.co.uk

www.shopfinder.co.uk We're listed at ShopFinder UK!

Fair Trade stuff
FairlyGoods - our partner company which sells fairtrade food, crafts and jewellery, online and through stalls in the North West. Charity events/parties can be booked. www.fairlygoods.co.uk

BAFTS - British Association of Fair Trade Shops. www.bafts.org.uk

Fairtrade Foundation - for food and cotton fair trade approved information, as well as the annual Fairtrade Fortnight, and your local group. www.fairtrade.org.uk

We're members of the Federation of Small Businesses. www.fsb.org.uk and Central Lancashire Business Club www.businessclub.uk.com

Lancashire links
Hypnobirthing - returns birthing to the beautiful, peaceful experience nature intended. Chorley based experienced hypno-therapist offers weekend or evening courses. www.lifestylehypnotherapy.co.uk

The Baby Maze is an on-line guide for parents-to-be and families with young children based in the Lancaster and Morecambe area. www.babymaze.co.uk