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Our map shows the different days of the week a breastfeeding session is on. Also, useful locations and groups for breastfeeding.
Blueberry Lounge offers a welcoming environment for you to breastfeed your baby
Boyce's Bakery offers a welcoming environment for you to breastfeed your baby
Boyce's Bakery in Rainham offers a safe and welcoming place to breastfeed your baby
Boyce's in Gillingham welcomes you to breastfeed you baby in their bakery
Breastfeeding support group run by La Leche League (LLL) for coffee and support.
This session runs on a Tuesday a couple a times a month. For up-to-date information on sessions dates and times visit www.facebook.com/LLLWestKent
Breastfeeding support group run by La Leche League (LLL) for coffee and support.
This session runs on a Friday a couple a times a month. For up-to-date information on sessions dates and times visit www.facebook.com/LLLWestKent
Online Breastfeeding support group run by La Leche League (LLL).
This session runs online/virtually on a variety of days a few times a month. For up-to-date information on joining sessions online and the dates and times visit www.facebook.com/LLLWestKent or www.lllkent.org.uk
This branch welcomes breastfeeding families in their premises.
Cafe Nucleus offers a welcoming environment for you to breastfeed your baby
Cafe Time offers a welcoming place for you to breastfeed your baby
The Centre Cafe offers a welcoming environment to breastfeed your baby
Centre Cafe in Rainham offers a safe and welcoming place to breastfeed your baby
Chef's Delight offers a welcoming environment for you to breastfeed your baby
Chocafellas offers a welcoming environment for you to breastfeed your baby
Coffee Republic offer a welcoming environment for you to breastfeed your baby
Costa Coffee offers a welcoming environment for you to breastfeed your baby
This session is run by Medway Community Healthcare peer supporters on Thursdays.
Time
9:45am -11:30am
Type of session
Antenatal
We offer bookable slots for an antenatal Hello Baby session. Come along for an informal chat with our NCT trained peer supporters to find out more about responsive feeding, feeding support and what to expect in those first few weeks after your baby arrives.
Peer Support
We offer bookable slots for breastfeeding support once your baby is here. Speak with one of our NCT trained peer supporters for support, encouragement and more information about breastfeeding.
At the session
NCT qualified peer supporters
Please call, text or email to book.
These sessions are only available to families who live in Medway.
This session is run by Medway Community Healthcare peer supporters on Fridays.
Time
9:30am -11:30am
Antenatal
We offer bookable slots for an antenatal Hello Baby session. Come along for an informal chat with our NCT trained peer supporters to find out more about responsive feeding, feeding support and what to expect in those first few weeks after your baby arrives.
Peer Support
We offer bookable slots for breastfeeding support once your baby is here. Speak with one of our NCT trained peer supporters for support, encouragement and more information about breastfeeding.
At the session.
NCT qualified peer supporters
Please call, text or email to book.
These sessions are only available to families who live in Medway.
Breastfeed your baby in a warm and comforting environment at Gillingham Library
Gregg's offers seats and a welcome environment to breastfeed your baby
This session is run by Medway Community Healthcare peer supporters.
Time
9:30am -11.30am
Antenatal
We offer bookable slots for an antenatal Hello Baby session. Come along for an informal chat with our NCT trained peer supporters to find out more about responsive feeding, feeding support and what to expect in those first few weeks after your baby arrives.
Peer Support
We offer bookable slots for breastfeeding support once your baby is here. Speak with one of our NCT trained peer supporters for support, encouragement and more information about breastfeeding.
At the session.
NCT qualified peer supporters
Please call, text or email to book.
These sessions are only available to families who live in Medway.
Ikoyi Suya offers a welcoming environment for you to breastfeed your baby
Following on from a peer support session, if you still need support with breastfeeding you may be able to book an appointment with the breastfeeding clinic.
If you have a concern about breastfeeding, please call the health visitor duty on 0300 123 3444.
Feed your baby in a comfortable and welcoming place at Jasper's Cafe. Jasper's holds monthly socials for Beside You. Visit the events page to see upcoming dates.
Latino's Coffee offer a welcoming environment for you to breastfeed your baby
Linehan Hairdressers provide a comfortable welcoming space for you to breastfeed your baby
Breastfeed your baby in a warm environment at Lordswood Children's Centre
Breastfeed your baby in a warm and comforting environment at Lordswood Library
The Medway Adult Education Centre offers a comfortable environment for you to feed your baby.
The Medway Cafe offers a welcoming environment for you to breastfeed your baby
Muffin Break offers a relaxing environment for you to breastfeed your baby
The Oasis Cafe in Gillingham offers you a welcoming place to breastfeed your baby
Olive Tree Cafe provides a welcome place for you to breastfeed your baby
Rainham Library offers a welcoming space for you to breastfeed your baby
Rochester Library and Community Hub welcomes breastfeeding families. Feed your baby in comfort in our library.
Smokefree Advice Centre offers a welcoming environment to breastfeed your baby
This session is run by Medway Community Healthcare peer supporters.
Time
9:30am -11.30am
Antenatal
We offer bookable slots for an antenatal Hello Baby session. Come along for an informal chat with our NCT trained peer supporters to find out more about responsive feeding, feeding support and what to expect in those first few weeks after your baby arrives.
Peer Support
We offer bookable slots for breastfeeding support once your baby is here. Speak with one of our NCT trained peer supporters for support, encouragement and more information about breastfeeding.
At the session.
NCT qualified peer supporters
Please call, text or email to book.
These sessions are only available to families who live in Medway.
The Command House offer a welcoming environment for you to breastfeed your baby, with views of the River Medway
The Hollywood Bowl offers a welcoming environment for you to breastfeed your baby
TickTocks offers a safe and welcoming environment for you to breastfeed your baby
You are welcome to breastfeed your baby in the visitor centre.
Please note there is no seating in the premises.
Our map shows the different days of the week a breastfeeding session is on. Also, useful locations and groups for breastfeeding.
You can find details of all breastfeeding groups in our map. Check out the Beside You breastfeeding groups across Medway. These sessions are run by breastfeeding peer supporters who are there to answer any questions about breastfeeding you may have.
You can also ring these national helplines for support out of hours:
Open every day from 8am to midnight, including bank holidays
Open every day of the year from 9.30am to 9.30pm
Their new website is packed with friendly and helpful advice for parents-to-be in Kent and Medway on pregnancy, birth and the first days of parenting.
Medway families can attend antenatal infant feeding information sessions.
Visit our Hello Baby session page to find out more.
Families can book to speak to a peer supporter once your baby has arrived.
If you have any questions about breastfeeding your baby, you can attend a free peer support session in venues across Medway.
Visit our Peer Support page to find out more.
Kent families can access breastfeeding groups to meet other women and get
Visit Beside You Kent for breastfeeding support in Kent.