Breastfeeding Friendly Inverclyde

06/09/2026

18/08/2026

Coming soon - we are opening a new group in Greenock at the Lyle Gateway on a Wednesday 10.30am-12noon, starting on 2nd September! Drop in anytime to chat to a trained volunteer or just to meet other local parents and let your little one play. Free to attend.

Please share with friends and family in the Greenock area, we hope to meet lots of you soon! Get in touch if you have any questions

NHSGGC Family Nurse Partnership Breastfeeding Friendly Inverclyde Inverclyde Health Visiting Team

05/08/2026

“Anyone who interacts with families has a role to play," says Angela Giusti from the Italian National Institute of Health (ISS).

"It could be the cashier at the supermarket, the hairdresser, the nurse, the neighbour. Parents place their trust in many different people, and we need to make sure those people are part of this caring community for parenting. This is the way – this is where the baby-friendly community approach proves its value.”

Together with Anne Bærug from the Norwegian Directorate of Health, she co-leads the Baby-Friendly Community and Health Services task under the European Union (EU)-funded Joint Action to Prevent Noncommunicable Diseases (JA Prevent NCD).

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05/08/2026

This week is World Breastfeeding Week and the Shipbuilders of Port Glasgow and Lyle Fountain will be lit turquoise.

Support for mums is available in Inverclyde - speak with your midwife or health visitor or pop along to the Breastfeeding Group which takes place every Tuesday from 11am - 12.30pm at The Waterwheel, Port Glasgow, PA14 5DX.

The World Health Organisation has more information on breastfeeding here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1D7mNSAxQB/

Inverclyde Health Visiting Team
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

12/07/2026

⭐ Throwback Thursday ⭐

Today, we’re taking a look back at Nicolson Street and the incredible transformation brought by the mural completed in early 2022.

Made possible through funding from the Scottish Government, the project was delivered in partnership with Inverclyde HSCP and renowned artist Sam Bates (Smug) to promote breastfeeding within Inverclyde. Since its completion, the mural has become a recognisable feature of the town and a focal point for the local community.

12/06/2026

We are delighted to see some of Greater Glasgow and Clyde's football clubs become Breastfeeding Friendly accredited. Our Health Improvement teams have been training organisations in the local community, advising them on how they can offer women and families breastfeeding support at their venues.

Partick Thistle FC have long been recognised for their welcoming and inclusive space for families and were the first football club to engage with NHSGGC regarding this training. Congrats to them and others who have undergone the training so far.

Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eCBjQFns

10/06/2026

Scottish Breastfeeding Week 💙

Inverclyde Health Visiting Team

09/06/2026

Mothers should never feel ashamed to breastfeed their babies.
🤱🏻🤱🏼🤱🏽🤱🏾🤱🏿🤱

From a glass of water, a chat with a friend, or a comfortable space, we can all help respect the rights of mums to breastfeed anytime, anywhere.

Let's all step up to support mums!

09/06/2026

✨ Scottish Breastfeeding Week✨

Public Health Scotland publishes an annual report on Infant Feeding in Scotland.

Collecting data on breastfeeding is important for Scotland as a nation so we can track progress over time, understand what is working for families, where improvements are needed and ensure families receive the best possible support.

💜 69% of babies in Scotland were breastfed for at least some time after their birth, compared to 63% in 2016/17.

💜 For the first time since data began in 2002, more than half (51%) of babies in Scotland are being breastfed or receiving breastmilk at 6-8 weeks of age.

💜 By the age of 13-15 months, 21.5% of babies in Scotland are breastfed or receiving breastmilk.

Inequalities in breastfeeding have been reducing over the past 10 years - this is because recent increases in breastfeeding have been most marked among those living in more deprived areas.

(From: From the Scottish Breastfeeding Collaborative)

The Breastfeeding Network strives to provide accessible, non-judgemental support and evidence-based information to ALL mums and families who need us.

You can find breastfeeding information and more about our support services on our website: www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk 💜

[ID: At 6-8 weeks of age, 51% of babies in Scotland are breastfed or receiving breastmilk. A mum breastfeeding her baby in a cafe.]

25/05/2026

✨ Sunscreen and Breastfeeding ✨

With record-breaking heat expected this week, here's a little reminder that you can use sunscreen as normal while breastfeeding

🌞 Staying safe in the sun:

Most of us don't apply enough sunscreen. Around 6 to 8 teaspoons is the recommended amount to cover your whole body.

For babies under 6 months, sunscreen isn't recommended - keeping them in the shade and out of direct sunlight is the best way to protect them.

For babies 6 months and over, and older children, a sunscreen of at least SPF 30 is recommended, and they should spend the hottest part of the day - usually between 11am and 3pm - in the shade.

Breastfed babies under 6 months do not need extra water - they can be breastfed as many times as they need. If you're bottle feeding, your baby can have small sips of cooled boiled water as they need it.

Babies over 6 months should be offered milk or water with meals. In hot weather, you can offer some extra water outside of mealtimes.
.. And don't forget to keep yourself hydrated!

more information:
www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/factsheet/creams/
www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety/
www.nhs.uk/baby/first-aid-and-safety/safety/safety-in-the-sun/

✨ Share and stay safe in the sun ✨

[ID: Sunscreen and Breastfeeding. A mum sat breastfeeding under a parasol in a wildflower field, with her smiling friend next to her. www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/drugs-factsheets.]