Latch & Love

05/08/2025

⭐Chorley Support Group Today!⭐

We're at The Secret Garden Chorley today from 2.00-3.30pm - come along and say hi!

✨ Antenatal & postnatal welcome
✨ Partners and older siblings welcome (pay to play)
✨ Free parking
✨ Refreshments available
✨ Trained and experienced peer supporter available if needed

See you soon! 💕

04/08/2025

⭐Buckshaw Group Today!⭐

We're at Tiny Rockers today from 9.30-11.30am - come and say hello!

✨ Antenatal & postnatal welcome
✨ Partners & older siblings welcome (pay to play)
✨ Refreshments available
✨ Free parking
✨ Free use of sensory room
✨ Trained and experienced peer supporters on hand if needed

See you there! 💕

02/08/2025

Things rarely surprise me any more about breastfeeding, but I have to say this stat shocked me!

Formula will always have its place but breastmilk is tailor made for individual babies - from nutrients to vitamins to antibodies ✨

World Breastfeeding Week 2025

Whilst we are fortunate to have formula as a back up for feeding human babies, we also have a responsibility to inform and educate that breastmilk and formula aren’t the same.

Formula milk is made from cows milk, and has been adapted to make it more nutritionally appropriate for a human baby who isn’t being fed human milk.

All parents deserve to be given evidence based information that helps them make informed decisions about feeding their babies.

This is about empowerment and information. And supporting families to feed their babies in the way they want to.

This statistic demonstrates exactly why families need to be INFORMED about the different ways to feed a baby so they able to make an informed decision that is right for them.

31/07/2025

⭐Leyland Group Cancelled!⭐

We are so sorry but unfortunately due to staff illness the Pantry is closed today so we have to cancel Latch & Love!

If anyone needs any support do message the page, otherwise we'll see you on Monday at Tiny Rockers! 💕

29/07/2025

https://thingstodoinlancs.co.uk/gentle-days-out-in-lancashire-baby-friendly-places-that-feel-like-a-hug-for-you-too/

Eeek! So excited to feature in Things to do in Lancashire as well as our fabulous venues 🤩🤩

The Secret Garden Chorley
Tiny Rockers
The Pantry

Please share with any mamas you know 💕💕

28/07/2025

⭐Buckshaw Group Today!⭐

Come and join us at Tiny Rockers this morning 🥰

✨ Antenatal & postnatal welcome
✨ Partners & older siblings welcome (pay to play)
✨ Free parking
✨ Free use of sensory room
✨ Refreshments available
✨ Trained and experienced peer supporters available if needed

See you there! 💕

27/07/2025

⭐ Support Groups This Week⭐

We've got our Buckshaw and Leyland groups this week so come and say hi 🥰

✨ Monday 9.30-11.30am - Tiny Rockers, Buckshaw

✨ Thursday 1.00-2.30pm - The Pantry, Leyland

See you there 💕

26/07/2025

⭐Top tips for building bonds⭐

Building a strong bond with your baby doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming - it happens in the little moments!

Here are some gentle ways to help build your bond:

👀 Eye contact – gazing into each other’s eyes releases oxytocin (the love hormone!)

💬 Talking and singing – your voice is their favourite sound

👐 Responsive care – responding to their needs builds trust and security

🌸 Skin to skin – especially in the early days, it’s pure magic for connection and calming

🤱 Breastfeeding or bottle feeding in arms – feeding is a perfect time for closeness and love

There’s no one 'right' way to bond. It’s not about being perfect - it’s about being present.

25/07/2025

⭐ Quote of the Day⭐

You are not 'spoiling' your baby by holding them. You are teaching them that they are safe, secure and loved 💕

24/07/2025

⭐ Leyland Group Today⭐

Come and join us at The Pantry today from 1.00-2.30pm!

✨ Drop in whenever, no need to book!
✨ Antenatal & postnatal welcome
✨ Partners & older siblings welcome
✨Refreshments available
✨ Trained and experienced peer supporter available if needed

See you there 💕
leyland

23/07/2025

⭐Why breastfeeding is more than just milk⭐

Your breastmilk is packed with nutrients, antibodies and hormones (and a sprinkle of magic ✨), and it’s also about so much more than food.

Breastfeeding is:
💞 A place of comfort
🤱 A way to reconnect after a busy day
🧠 A tool for emotional regulation
🫂 A built-in bonding moment
🌍 A secure base in a new, confusing world

It’s about closeness, safety and knowing their needs will be met, whether they’re tiny newborns or adventurous toddlers.

So if anyone ever says “they’re just using you as a dummy,” know this: you’re their safe space and breastfeeding is your way of protecting them 💕