27/08/2025
Happy Black Breastfeeding Week!
To celebrate black breastfeeding awareness week we are going to share some stories from mothers about their experiences!
"Hi, my name is Chenge and for me, this week is about celebration, and breaking down the barriers that have made breastfeeding harder for so many Black mothers like myself.
As an extended breastfeeder my journey hasn't just been about feeding but comfort and a bond that has grown stronger every single day as my children’s needs change.
It hasn’t always been easy. With my firstborn, we faced tongue tie something I had no knowledge of and wasn’t prepared for. I naively thought that my baby would just latch and it would be that simple. Unfortunately with this challenge brought pain, confusion, and moments where I really wanted to give up which I very nearly did. After a difficult labour, I honestly felt like breastfeeding was a hurdle I couldn’t overcome.
Thankfully with the amazing support of my local infant feeding team, we got the tongue tie resolved and began a new chapter, one that has been filled with its ups and downs but a lot of joy.
Here’s to celebrating all of our journeys and our babies🖤✨"
