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The Royal College and the manufacturing of breastmilk substitutes

Further to our article “Update: Call for the Royal College to reject income from formula manufacturers ” LLLGB is pleased to note that the RCPCH has issued the following statement: "RCPCH and commercial organisations As you will be aware, following an RCPCH membership consultation, Council decided … [Read more...] about The Royal College and the manufacturing of breastmilk substitutes

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Dr. Christian Jessen’s controversial breastfeeding remarks

Dr Christian Jessen, TV doctor, has caused controversy again with his recent remarks about breastfeeding.  Responding to points raised by breastfeeding mothers on Twitter, he said that it was “fine” if mothers did not breastfeed. He went on to say that while it would be great if mothers breastfed … [Read more...] about Dr. Christian Jessen’s controversial breastfeeding remarks

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National Breastfeeding Celebration Week 2017: Breastfeeding Support

During National Breastfeeding Celebration Week La Leche League GB’s Facebook page LLLGB Because Breastfeeding Matters  will be posting positive messages and images about breastfeeding, as well as tweeting from @LLLGB. You are welcome to come along to our page to share and comment or follow us on … [Read more...] about National Breastfeeding Celebration Week 2017: Breastfeeding Support

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Bedsharing, Breastfeeding and the risk of SIDS

Publicity about bedsharing with an infant often raises concerns and warns parents against it. New mothers are left wondering what to do as babies have a biological need to feed during the night and mothers are hardwired to respond. Breastfeeding releases hormones which aid rest and relaxation in the … [Read more...] about Bedsharing, Breastfeeding and the risk of SIDS

Filed Under: News & Research Tagged With: bedsharing, SIDS, sleeps

Hypernatremic dehydration – the need for support and accurate information

Hypernatremic dehydration – extreme dehydration – has been in the news lately and many mothers may have been left feeling concerned and confused by some of the ideas offered about breastfeeding in the early days, in particular that all babies need topping up with formula. Evidence shows that … [Read more...] about Hypernatremic dehydration – the need for support and accurate information

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ILCA and WABA Statement for the Commission on the Status of Women

Women’s economic empowerment - the case for paid parental  leave and support for breastfeeding. The World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA) and the International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA) have issued a statement calling for enhanced paid parental leave and support for … [Read more...] about ILCA and WABA Statement for the Commission on the Status of Women

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The Importance of Legislation to protect both breastfeeding and formula fed babies – summary

One of the consequences of the UK’s vote to leave the European Union has been a call for EU regulations on the promotion of formula to be relaxed.  Those who oppose this law feel that it makes women who are giving formula feel judged and that they have to justify how they are feeding their … [Read more...] about The Importance of Legislation to protect both breastfeeding and formula fed babies – summary

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The Importance of Legislation to protect both breastfeeding and formula fed babies

One of the consequences of the UK’s vote to leave the European Union has been a call for the EU regulations on the promotion of formula to be relaxed.  At the moment, EU law prohibits retailers from discounting new baby formula milk and from offering coupons or points with loyalty schemes.  Those … [Read more...] about The Importance of Legislation to protect both breastfeeding and formula fed babies

Filed Under: News & Research Tagged With: breastmilk substitutes, free samples, International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes, WHO code

Announcing LLLGB breastfeeding information now available in Welsh

Mum holding very happy baby

We are excited to announce the launch of LLLGB breastfeeding web-posts and three information sheets in Welsh. Resources in the Welsh language are the culmination of the Welsh New Groups Project, which began in 2012. The project has led to the accreditation of new Leaders and the creation of LLL … [Read more...] about Announcing LLLGB breastfeeding information now available in Welsh

Filed Under: about LLL, News & Research Tagged With: breastfeeding, oak foundation, wales

Updates on the All Party Parliamentary Group on Infant Feeding Inequalities

The APPG on Infant Feeding Inequalities brings together MPs, Peers, external organisations and interested individuals, and gives them the opportunity to work together, discuss the areas where support is needed and look at important issues. It is chaired by Alison Thewliss MP.  LLLGB have attended … [Read more...] about Updates on the All Party Parliamentary Group on Infant Feeding Inequalities

Filed Under: News & Research Tagged With: Alison Thewliss, APPG, Feeding Products for Babies and Children (Advertising and Promotion) Bill, Infant Feeding Inequalities, milk banks. donor human milk

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