Breastfeeding Journeys cork- Maria O’Sullivan IBCLC

07/05/2026

This looks so good if only I had a baby to borrow 🤣 I still have slings babywearing and dance a wonderful combination and community 🥰

A LOVELY NEW CLASS WITH INGA STARTING NEXT WEDNESDAY
MORNING - MUMS DANCE WITH YOUR BABY 😀

23/04/2026

Were you affected by the formula recalls?
This is your chance to be heard.

We care about safe infant feeding for all. ILCA and IBFAN are bringing mothers’ voices to people on the global stage, at the World Health Assembly in May 2026.

👉 Your lived experience matters.

🎥 Take 30 seconds. Share here >> https://blens.io/DattTq

Tell us what you heard, felt, or went through during the formula recalls.

Because real experiences help drive real change.

24/03/2026

It’s been a wonderful experience being part of ALCI Council over the last 6 years 💕

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18Neaky9i4/?mibextid=wwXIfr

A heartfelt THANK YOU to our very esteemed council members
💐Niamh Cassidy
💐Nicola Clark
💐Maria O’Sullivan
that completed their term with ALCI council and that stepped down today.
❤️Your contribute to ALCI and the lactation field is appreciated and will continue for many years.

24/03/2026

Good report on the BBC from Dame Laura Kenny an Olympic gold cyclist on her lived experience of breastfeeding

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1XZrT8tQPN/?mibextid=wwXIfr

02/02/2026

If any of your babies are experiencing symptoms as listed in this article please contact the FSAI to make a report at [email protected]
As I understand formula companies like nestle and Danone are not responding to families . This is disgraceful as it is there responsibility to provide safe formula for babies . It is also their responsibility to provide guidance on formula recalls and to document and record any complaints in relation to recalls .

'The upstream part of the food chain is shaped like an hourglass,' says Ehsan Parandi. 'You have millions of farmers at the bottom and millions of consumers at the top, but in the middle, there is a very narrow pinch-point of massive, specialised ingredient suppliers'

27/01/2026

If your combi feeding do check out this article explaining the current formula recall.

When a product may be an infant’s sole source of nutrition, the bar for monitoring, enforcement and transparency must be exceptionally high, writes ...

07/01/2026

“Those first couple of weeks of breastfeeding can feel like such a whirlwind. Your milk comes in, your breasts feel suddenly fuller and heavier, and you might be wondering: Is this normal? Am I meant to be collecting or expressing all this extra milk? “This is from my first blog of 2026 please do have a read or share with someone who needs this information. Feel free to dm me with any questions I will put the link in the comments .

05/01/2026

Nestlé is recalling specific batches of its SMA infant formula and follow-on formula.

This is due to the potential presence of cereulide in the batches below. There have been no confirmed reports of any illness but if you’ve bought one don’t feed it to your baby.

The recall notice states you can get a refund: If you have purchased one of these batches, please share a photo of the product and the batch code via https://www.nestle.co.uk/en-gb/getintouch or by calling our careline on 0800 0 81 81 80 (UK) 1800 931 832 (Ireland) and we will refund you.

You can switch to any other first stage infant formula (if you’re using a specialised milk please contact your health professional). I’m assuming the recall means the affected batches are now off the shelves but you can double check any new purchases.

Batch codes can be found on the base of the tin or box for powdered formulas or the base of the outer box and on the side / top of the container for ready-to-feed formulas.

A list of UK products and batch numbers followed by Ireland.

You can check the Nestle website here https://www.nestle.co.uk/en-gb/media/sma-infant-formula-follow-on-formula-recall?_kx=aXTIwfnPEjd8LOiLG1ZmN73fHEcG4TmQLvNnUBOwg7c.RuSAJw

SMA Advanced Follow on Milk 800g
• 52879722AA

SMA Advanced First Infant Milk 800g
• 52319722BA
• 52819722AA
• 51240742F2
• 51890742F2
• 51450742F1

SMA First Infant Milk 800g
• 51170346AA
• 51170346AB
• 51340346AB
• 51580346AA
• 51590346AA
• 52760346AB
• 52760346AD
• 52780346AA

SMA First Infant Milk 400g
• 51350346AA
• 52750346AD

SMA First Infant Milk 1.2Kg
• 51340346BE
• 52740346BA
• 52750346BA

SMA LITTLE STEPS First Infant Milk 800g
• 52740346AD
• 51220346AD
• 51540346AC

SMA Comfort 800g
• 52620742F3
• 51240742F3
• 51439722BA
• 51479722BA
• 51769722BA
• 52049722AA

SMA First Infant Milk 200ml
• 52860295M
• 52870295M
• 53220295M
• 53230295M
• 52870295M
• 53030295M
• 53040295M
• 53070295M
• 53080295M

SMA First Infant Milk 70ml
• 53170742B1

SMA Lactose Free 400g
• 51719722BA
• 51759722BA
• 51829722BA
• 51979722BA
• 52109722BA
• 53299722BA
• 53459722BA
• 51150346AB
• 51500346AB

SMA Anti Reflux 800g
• 51570742F3
• 52099722BA
• 52099722BB
• 52739722BA

SMA Alfamino 400g
• 51200017Y3
• 51210017Y1
• 51220017Y1
• 51250017Y1
• 51390017Y1
• 51420017Y2
• 51430017Y1
• 51460017Y1
• 51690017Y2
• 51690017Y3
• 51700017Y1
• 51710017Y1
• 51740017Y1
• 52760017Y5
• 52790017Y1
• 52860017Y1
• 53100017Y3
• 53110017Y1
• 53140017Y1
• 53140017Y2
• 53150017Y1

Ireland batch numbers

SMA Advanced First Infant Milk 800g
• 51450742F1

SMA Advanced Follow on Milk 800g
• 51240742F2
• 51890742F2

SMA Comfort 800g
• 52620742F3

SMA First Infant Milk 200ml
• 53070295M
• 52860295M
• 52870295M
• 53220295M
• 53230295M

SMA First Infant Milk 800g
• 51590346AB
• 52750346AE

SMA GOLD PREM 2 800g
• 53090742F2

SMA LITTLE STEPS First Infant Milk 800g
• 51540346AD

SMA Alfamino 400g
• 51200017Y3
• 51210017Y1
• 51250017Y1
• 51460017Y1
• 51710017Y1

28/10/2025

The hard work of breastfeeding your babies does pay off for their future health 💯so well done to all the mamas and families that support them. 🥰

A new groundbreaking study provides the first global quantification of breastfeeding’s role in preventing chronic diseases.

The data is stunning 📈 and reinforces what we have long advocated: breastfeeding protection, promotion, and support are lifesaving, cost-effective, and essential.

Read the full results here: https://bit.ly/49fcYEc

06/10/2025

Have you tried silver cups? I’d love to hear your experiences — what worked, what didn’t, and what advice you’d give other mothers. Share in the comments or reach out if you’d like support on your own breastfeeding journey. ni**le cups
   
   
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06/10/2025

In recent years, silver ni**le cups (sometimes called “silverettes”) have become a popular option. They are marketed as natural, antimicrobial, and even “miracle” healers. But what’s the truth? Let’s explore what silver cups are, what the research says, and how to use them safely — if at all. https://breastfeedingcork.ie/silver-ni**le-cups-a-helpful-aid-or-a-risky-shortcut/

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