If you would like to attend an antenatal infant feeding discussion delivered by Barnsley Infant Feeding team, take a look at their Facebook page or give them a call to find out future dates of the sessions. The infant feeding discussions are open to women over 24 weeks gestation and are held at Lightbox @ the Library or virtual over Microsoft Teams. You can also follow the Facebook page here
You can also find other antenatal education sessions, including Welcome to the world” under the tab “Face to face parenting programs”
Barnsley infant feeding team offer support, information and encouragement throughout your breastfeeding experience. The infant feeding team will contact you via telephone once you have been discharged home from the hospital. During this call you will have the opportunity to discuss any questions or concerns that you may have about breastfeeding. The team will then arrange follow up contact which may continue in the form of telephone support or face to face support at your home or in a Family Hub. Or, if you would prefer, you are also able to access virtual support through Microsoft Teams. The support is tailored to your needs. You can contact the team at any point should you wish to discuss anything further.
You can also receive further support relating to topics such as introducing solid foods, stopping breastfeeding and returning to work.
For more information, call: 01226 775700, email: infantfeedingservice@barnsley.gov.uk follow on Facebook here. Lines are open Monday – Friday 9am – 4pm (except Bank Holidays). Barnsley Infant Feeding Team Facebook messenger is also monitored during office hours.