As part of the Start for Life and Family Hubs Programme, they are offering a short training session to raise awareness and increase knowledge about breastfeeding, Free of charge. There is 10 places per date, The training will be delivered via Zoom.
Our First Milk Matters course lasts for just 2.5 hours and aims to:
- Increase knowledge and awareness about breastfeeding
- Empower families to make informed choices about feeding their baby
- Share evidence about why breastfeeding is important
- Help people think about what they can do to support breastfeeding in their own community.
Outcomes from the training
- Increased understanding of why breastfeeding is important
- An understanding of how breastmilk is made and what can interfere with this
- Knowledge of how breastmilk differs from formula
- Increased knowledge of the cultural issues/barriers relating to breastfeeding
- An understanding of how individuals can support breastfeeding
Increased awareness of where to signpost families for breastfeeding support
If you have any queries regarding the above training offer please contact Lorren Hewson via; lorren.hewson@nelincs.gov.uk
