Independent breastfeeding support and information
Drugs in Breastmilk
Search our factsheets covering popular drugs, medical conditions and treatments. If you can’t find what you are looking for, or still have questions, there are details of how to contact the service on our Get Support page.
Continuing the breastfeeding journey
Information about breastfeeding in public, returning to work, and other topics.
Support for you
National Breastfeeding Helpline
All the volunteers and helpline staff answering calls are mums who have breastfed, and all have received extensive training in breastfeeding support Our phone helpline is open 24/7 on 0300 100 0212
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Online and social media support
If you prefer not to access breastfeeding support via phone or drop in group, we provide a confidential one-to-one secure chat service and assistance via social media.
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Find a drop-in centre near you
Come to a local location to get evidence-based information and support from our trained breastfeeding mentors.
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News
New Research Highlights the Importance of Breastfeeding Support Services
Reflecting on BfN’s legacy for infant feeding peer-support in Ayrshire
World Breastfeeding in Public Day 2025: Your Stories
An update on our information on, and approach to, persistent breast and nipple pain when breastfeeding
ADHD Awareness Month 2024: ADHD and Breastfeeding
Get involved
Donate
To ensure our independence, we don’t accept funding from commercial companies linked to infant feeding. All donations help us to continue our work supporting breastfeeding parents and are very much appreciated.
Train With Us
Training is a big part of what we do. If you are looking to volunteer with us or you want to learn more about how you can better support local breastfeeding parents we would love to hear from you.
Jobs
There are currently 7 jobs advertised.