Aberystwyth Breastfeeding Support Group - Ffrindiau’r Fron - Family support services
What we do
One to one breastfeeding support from trained staff is available to all, the group is led by Health Visitors and Family Workers and a volunteer from Breastfeeding Network attends regularly.
The group meets Every Friday 11.00am-12.00pm (During term time only) at Nyth Ni, Llwyn yr Eos Campus in Penparcau (What3words///gain.note.betraying).
We arrange ‘out & about’ visits locally, as well as themed activities from time to time, the group runs term time only along with a few sessions over the summer holidays. See our Facebook page Teuloeudd Ceredigion Families for up to date information about the group and visits.
Families in Ceredigion can contact Ceredigion Health Visiting HUB if they want to talk to a Health Visitor on 0300 3038322.
Who do we support
Come along for a cuppa and a chat, get some help & support from other parents, as they share experiences of the feeding journey. A warm welcome to those who are pregnant, parents, carers, babies & their siblings.
No need to book.
Refreshments available or bring your own.
Plenty of toys and activities for children too.
Further information on breastfeeding can be found at:
NHS Breastfeeding
https://www.nhs.uk/start-for-life/baby/feeding-your-baby/breastfeeding/
La Leche League GB
https://laleche.org.uk/
The Breastfeeding Network
https://www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/
The Association of Breastfeeding Mothers
https://abm.me.uk/
Can anyone use this service?
No referral needed.
Service details for this family support services
Language: Welsh medium setting and English medium setting
- Can provide specialist support for families of children with disabilities / additional needs
Please contact to discuss your child(s) needs further. - Relevant staff have a valid current DBS?
Social information
Address
Website
https://www.ceredigion.gov.uk/resident/wellbeing-and-care/support-for-children-young-people-and-families/parenting-and-family-support/
Contact methods
Telephone: 07966 830 418 (Ruth James, Assistant Practitioner, Health Visiting Team)
Telephone: 07891 321777(Debbie Benjamin, Family Worker, Parenting and Family Support Team, Ceredigion County Council )
Telephone: 01545 570881(CLIC Ceredigion)
Email: dechraundeg@ceredigion.gov.uk(Flying Start)
Social media
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Accessibility
Opening times
9am-5pm Mon-Fri