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Let’s talk breastfeeding

Whether you’ve just started your breastfeeding journey or you’re ready to stop breastfeeding, you’re bound to have plenty of questions. Don’t worry, we’re here to help! August is National Breastfeeding Month and this year we've been sharing lots of breastfeeding advice, blogs on breastfeeding experiences, and expert tips.

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Your breastfeeding questions answered

Don't miss our Live Q&A with our fabulous host Faye and BabyCentre expert midwife Sophie, who answered all your questions on breastfeeding on Instagram on Friday 16 August.

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Your breastfeeding questions answered

Read other mums’ experiences of breastfeeding

More expert advice on breastfeeding

Guides to the best breastfeeding products

  • Planning to express milk for your baby? From manual to electric to wearable, we have the advice you need in our guide to the best breast pumps.
  • Dry, sore or cracked nipples? Get the relief you need with the lowdown on the best nipple creams.
  • Protect your clothes and prevent leaks with our guide to the best breast pads.
  • Whether you're looking for soothing silver shields or shields to wear while you're feeding, we have the advice you need on the best nipple shields.

Breastfeeding help and advice that's available

Plenty of new parents find breastfeeding tough at first. If you're struggling, you're not alone. Talk to your community midwife or ask to be referred to a breastfeeding specialist such as a lactation consultant. They can watch you feed your baby, and suggest ways to make breastfeeding easier and more comfortable.

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Francesca Whiting

Francesca Whiting is digital content executive at BabyCentre. She’s responsible for making sure BabyCentre’s health content is accurate, helpful and easy to understand.

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