Team QEH Infant Feeding

27/01/2026

It's World Breast Pumping Day

In the UK, World Breast Pumping Day is celebrated on January 27th each year.

This day is dedicated to recognizing the time, effort, and dedication that goes into breast pumping for mothers.

To find out more about expressing click on https://laleche.org.uk/expressing-your-milk/

26/01/2026

West Norfolk Calm Families sling library is back.

The sling library is back this Thursday!

Spring isn't here yet but the darkest days are over and it's a perfect time to get out on a winter walk with your little one snuggled up in a carrier and try and spot the first signs of spring.

10.30am til 12.30pm at Gaywood Church Rooms.
❤️No need to book, just drop in.
❤️Slings to try and hire, advice and fittings from Slingababy trained peer supporters and a Calmfamily parent educator.
❤️Free hot drinks and biscuits.
❤️Check out the slings we have in stock on our website wncf.lend-engine.com message us beforehand if there's a specific one you'd like to try.

Any questions, drop us a message 😊

25/01/2026

La Leche League West Norfolk is 3 years old! We held our first meeting on January 25th, 2023 and have been supporting West Norfolk families to breastfeed ever since ❤

Join us at our next meeting, Monday 26th, in Downham Market, to celebrate! There will be CAKE! 🥳🎂

Breastfeeding support, from pregnancy to weaning 🤱

24/01/2026

✨Expiry dates affected, updated 9th Jan✨

As there have been updates to the expiry dates affected in the recall, we want to remind parents that it is safe to switch to another formula brand if needed.

Information from the Food Standards Agency states:
"Even if you have not identified ill-health in your baby as a result of consumption of this product, it is essential to stop using it.

If the infant formula or follow-on formula was prescribed by a health professional for your infant, consult a pharmacist or other medical professional before changing formula."

You can find the most up-to-date recall information on their website:
www.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-prin-02-2026-update-1

If you need infant feeding support, please contact our National Breastfeeding Helpline UK on 0300 100 0212 - 24/7.
Social media support is also available 💜

[ID: Following recent news about an infant formula recall, we want to assure parents that it is safe for them to switch to another brand. There is no evidence that switching formulas does any harm. If you are using a specialised formula, please speak to your health professional about a suitable alternative. If you’re concerned that the formula you’re currently using may be affected, please check the Food Standards Agency website for the most up-to-date recall information.]

23/01/2026

Do you have breast milk which is surplus to your baby's needs? It could be donated to help premature babies in hospital neonatal intensive care and can help save lives.❤️ Becoming a milk donor is a simple process which our team can talk you through. It involves a blood test and questionnaire, and you will need to be:

⭐️A non-smoker / non-vaper

⭐️Able to express at least 2 litres of milk within a 10 week period, or have a freezer stash of surplus milk which was expressed in the last 10 weeks and frozen within 24 hours of being expressed.

⭐️Based in Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Kent, North London, Sussex, Bedfordshire or South Wales

⭐️If you are taking certain medications this may not be compatible with donating milk. Please contact our team for more information.

Taking the time to become a milk donor is an amazing step. You could be changing the lives of a tiny baby and their family forever.

If you can help please email info@heartsmilkbank.org or call our team on 01442 505 020.

Please share this post with any local groups and contacts.

There is more information on our website here: https://bit.ly/3IwzOsl. Thank you 🙏❤️

23/01/2026

https://youtu.be/St65VZD7AQo?si=czq1zJc2eoBipLnb

To find out more about donating milk go to: www.humanmilkfoundation.org

21/01/2026

Great info from Lucy Webber Feeding Support - IBCLC about latching a newborn with a bigger chest.

19/01/2026

Anyone using silver cups Hannah Croft IBCLC, Infant Feeding Support has some great info

18/01/2026

Do you have a story to share?

Team QEH Infant Feeding invites parents to share their breastfeeding journey.
Your story can encourage, educate, and inspire other families.
By sharing both the joys and challenges of your feeding journey, you might help others celebrate their successes and overcome obstacles.

When you're ready to share, you can email us at Infantfeeding@qehkl.nhs.uk

17/01/2026

16/01/2026

We often talk about responsive feeding when establishing breastfeeding, building milk supply, and making sure your baby is getting enough milk.

But it is also possible when feeding your baby with a bottle, or mixed feeding - whether you're expressing or feeding infant formula.

You don't need a specific feeding schedule. Instead, it's good to look for feeding cues from your baby and to feed them when they're hungry.

Early signs of hunger include:

✨rooting
✨moving their eyes or head from side to side
✨wriggling
✨waving or sucking fists
✨making murmuring noises

You can find more information on responsive breastfeeding and infant feeding on the Breastfeeding Network's website under 'Feeding Information'.

www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/breastfeeding-information/

If you want to talk about feeding cues or anything else infant feeding-related, we're here for you - 24/7 💜

📞 0300 100 0212
💌 Send us a DM

Provided by The Breastfeeding Network (UK), with Association of Breastfeeding Mothers

[ID: Whether you're breastfeeding, bottle feeding or a combination of the two, you don't need a specific feeding schedule. Instead, it is good to look for feeding cues from your baby and feed them when they are hungry. National Breastfeeding Helpline 0300 100 0212.]

16/01/2026