Support in Pregnancy
Our friendly team is here to help with practical and emotional support, however you plan on feeding your baby.
Have a question?
We have a dedicated infant feeding helpline, staffed by our local practitioners (0207 961 9073) who can offer phone and video support Monday to Friday 9-5p and Saturdays 9-2pm.
Antenatal Workshop - Preparing to Feed my Baby
Come and meet our Early Infant Feeding team and join our free antenatal workshop which explores how to get feeding off to a great start, however you choose to feed your baby - breast/bottle/mixed.
We run this workshop weekly as a 2-hour online or face-to-face workshop. Please book using this dedicated booking platform.
We will look at:
- What to expect in the first few weeks with your new baby
- What can I do, so I'm ready to feed my baby?
- How to get feeding off to a good start
- Top tips to help you develop a close and loving relationship with your baby
- Why self-care is so important
- Where to get support whatever stage you are at with feeding your baby.
Get in touch with the team to book your place, once you have found a suitable date on our calendar.
Giving Birth at Whipps Cross?
Our team work in the maternity wards in Whipps Cross Hospital, and you can see them on the wards from September 2023, Monday to Saturday.
Getting feeding off to a good start once baby arrives
When baby arrives, our team is here to support your however you are feeding your baby. Find out more here.
Need some more support?
Sometimes adjusting to family life and new baby can feel really challenging. If you would like a listening ear we have a new wellbeing service run through telephone support. Find out more here.