MilkandNurture

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05/12/2025

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Professor Amy Brown - Breastfeeding Uncovered wrote an article to clarify the actual changes that are happening versus the media claims. It's excellent the government are responding to the issue of high formula prices but support needs to go far further.

Headlines promised £500 savings on baby formula, but the UK government’s plan offers far less than struggling families hoped.

05/12/2025

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**Formula milk prices are not being cut**

The issue of formula prices is all over the media today but numerous social and news media posts have misinterpreted the actual statement and guidance from the Department of Health and Social Care.

There is going to be clearer information and guidance on choosing an infant formula, explaining that more expensive brands do not offer better ingredients or outcomes.

If a family switches to a cheaper brand this means they could save £500 a year. This is already possible. This isn’t a change to pricing. It’s great that there will be clearer information but the government isn’t directly reducing prices or saving families money.

Families can switch right now if they’re not already using a less expensive brand. However lots of families who are struggling to buy formula are already buying the lowest priced milks available. This won’t therefore save them any money at all.

It will be possible to spend accumulated loyalty points, gift cards and generic vouchers on formula now. This will be useful for parents in an emergency IF they shop at places that have loyalty schemes and have spent enough to accumulate enough points to buy formula. In our research we found parents on the lowest incomes often shop at places that don’t have these options and they therefore won’t benefit .

This is not the same as allowing offers and discounts on first stage infant formula. There has not been any definitive statement saying that will change. In fact the statement includes reference to marketing being tightened.

There are numerous posts implying that the government is directly going to save families money. They are not and we need them to go further and reduce the price of formula, bringing in more emergency access pathways for when families can’t afford it at all and ensure everyone has enough money for a decent standard of living in the first place.

I’m really disappointed they haven’t taken enough action to support families and are implying they are directly going to help so many. I’m also worried about families reading the posts saying they will save £500 and then being rightfully so angry and anxious when they realise this isn’t true.

20/11/2025

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18/11/2025

💓 Trouble getting babies head to tilt? Finding it tricky on one side more than the other? Winding tummy?

Babies muscle tone and tension can affect how easy it is for them to latch, so why not come along and find out how to help those wee bodies relax and move. Find out some baby massage techniques that help with their digestion.

Join us at The Crib (The Nook), Larbert on Monday 24th November (11am–12pm) for our fourth Breastfeeding & Beyond bite-size class:

✨ Baby massage – techniques from an IBCLC Lactation Consultant.
✨ Learn how to help your little relax and be comfortable.
✨ Meet other local mums who “get it”.
✨ Take home resources you’ll actually use.

💷 Just £5
☕ Refreshments & cake included
🎁 Bonus: 10% off a future 1:1 consult
📍 The Crib at The Suite, Larbert
📧 Book via milkandnurture@outlook.com
👉 Spaces are limited – secure your spot today 💌 or tag a friend who might need this support 💓

Please note: this does not replace a personal consult, generally information only. Additionally, I am not a 'Body worker' but I am qualified in Baby Massage, and the class does not replace a full baby massage course.

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17/11/2025

💓 Want be part of group that supports your whole breastfeeding journey? Then check out my latest social classes!

Join us at The Crib (The Nook room), on Monday mornings (11am–12pm) for our Breastfeeding & Beyond bite-size classes:

✨ Various topics – practical tips & reassurance from an IBCLC Lactation Consultant.
✨ Meet other local mums who “get it”.
✨ Cuppa, cake and chat
✨ Take home resources you’ll actually use.

💷 Just £5
☕ Refreshments included
🎁 Bonus: 10% off a future 1:1 consult

📍 The Crib (Nook) at The Suite, Larbert
📧 Book via milkandnurture@outlook.com

👉 Spaces are limited – secure your spot today 💌 or tag a friend who might need this support 💓

Please note: this does not replace a personal consult, general information only x

14/11/2025

💓 Cracked ni***es? Breast pain? Engorgement? Want to heal & feel better? You’re not alone!

Nobody wants to be in pain or uncomfortable, and nobody should be! – evidence based healing and techniques can help ❤ With the right support, it doesn’t have to be so stressful and you can feel better.

Join us at The Crib annexe room, Larbert on Monday 17th November (11am–12pm) for our fourth Breastfeeding & Beyond bite-size class:

✨ Breast & Ni**le care – practical tips & techniques from an IBCLC Lactation Consultant.
✨ Learn how to promote healing & be more comfortable.
✨ Meet other local mums who “get it”.
✨ Take home resources you’ll actually use.

💷 Just £5
☕ Refreshments & cake included
🎁 Bonus: 10% off a future 1:1 consult
📍 The Crib at The Suite, Larbert
📧 Book via milkandnurture@outlook.com
👉 Spaces are limited – secure your spot today 💌 or tag a friend who might need this support 💓

Please note: this does not replace a personal consult, generally information only.

Thecriblarbert

13/11/2025

Well that was a blast conference with all my favs! 😍😍 ❤️ UNICEF UK Association of Breastfeeding Mothers Breastfeeding Twins and Triplets UK Public Page

04/11/2025

03/11/2025

October was fun! 🫶🍰🎓😊Book now for classes in Nov and Dec!

👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Meet other mums / parents
🍰 There will be cake and refreshments!
🎓 Learn more about your feeding journey, with resources to take away
❓ Ask me anything about your lactation journey, a qualified Infant feeding Specialist (IBCLC)

Email milkandnurture@outlook.com for more information 😊
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02/11/2025

💓 Want to feel confident and relaxed about feeding your little one for the whole of your feeding journey! You’re not alone!

Feeding your little one can feel overwhelming – from thinking about all the things you need to do 🤔 to wondering if you’re “doing it right” 🤯. But with the right support, it doesn’t have to be so stressful.

Join us at The Crib (The Nook), Larbert every Monday in October (11am–12pm) for our Breastfeeding & Beyond bite-size classes:

✨ 10th Nov - Weaning from the breast
✨ 17th Nov - Ni**le & breast care
✨ 24th Nov - Baby massage to improve latching
✨ 1st Dec - Introducing solids
✨ 8th Dec - Festive Boobin

💷 Just £5
☕ Refreshments included
🎁 Bonus: 10% off a future 1:1 consult
📍 The Crib (The Nook) at The Suite, Larbert
📧 Book via milkandnurture@outlook.com
👉 Spaces are limited – secure your spot today 💌 or tag a friend who might need this support 💓

Please note: this does not replace a personal consult, generally information only.

Thecriblarbert