Breastfeeding is a social act and human lactation is a biological change following the birthing of a baby.

Although breastfeeding is the physiological norm, for many it is not easy, sometimes not enjoyable and rarely for a few, impossible. All of these mixed feelings and realities are OK, or if they don’t feel like it now, they will be!

You may need support with issues ranging from sore nipples, nipple shape change, breast pain (ranging from shooting, dull, cold, achy), milk blisters/blebs, milk delay, low milk supply (perceived or actual), vasospasm, mastitis to positioning and attaching your baby for an effective latch.

Your baby may have jaundice, be premature, be sleepy, unsettled before during and after a feed, not have enough urine or faeces output or slow at gaining weight. All of these are of concern and a lactation consultant/breastfeeding specialist can support you with them.

Great Question! There are many ways to assess whether a breastfeed is going well for you and your baby. MLNO will be sharing breastfeeding assessment tools with you and other latest evidence based research and advice to do with infant feeding.

When an appointment has been booked, you will receive a “Breastfeeding History Form” to complete. It is also a great strategy to write down any questions and concerns you would like to discuss. It may help you to read all the details about MLNO’s services again here.

Feel free to Contact Us at any time too using the form below.

It is OK to be combination feeding using formula. It is absolutely possible to move on to breastfeeding exclusively if this is your wish. We will do everything to support you in achieving this. We are here to listen and help you to process your feelings about combination feeding and other emotions you may find yourself feeling since becoming a mother.

Yes. All data, documentation and information shared will remain confidential. Should MLNO need to share any of the above with a relevant third party (doctor, midwife etc.) Your consent will be obtained via a written document that is read, signed and dated.