The Ripple Effect

Organised by Families and Babies

We wanted to say Nipple effect but we may have got banned! Over two decades of breastfeeding support, advocacy, impact. That’s more than 250,000 breastfeeding journeys supported across 7,675 days, and 23 million breastfeeds supported. Now we need YOU

Families and Babies (FAB) has supported families for over 21 years, providing breastfeeding support, reassurance, and practical guidance. Delivered by trained peers with lived experience, we reduce isolation, improve infant health, and strengthen family wellbeing from pregnancy onwards.

Story

FAB’s journey began in 2004, when Elaine struggled to find the support she needed after her daughter was born. That experience led to the creation of a small, grassroots group that has now supported over 250,000 families across the country — including yours.

You may remember the weekly feeding groups, a friendly chat with a peer supporter, or the calm guidance during an antenatal session. Whatever your experience, we hope FAB made your parenting journey a little easier, a little less lonely, and a lot more supported.

Now, we need your help.

We want every parent to feel the support you once felt — but we can only do that with your backing. A small donation from you could help another mum attend a support group, receive one-to-one help, or build confidence in her breastfeeding journey.

Here’s why your support matters:

• Breastfeeding lowers the risk of breast and ovarian cancers in mums.

• It helps prevent SIDS and even childhood leukemia in babies.

• It’s also good for the planet — reducing emissions and energy use.

• And yet, over 80% of mums stop breastfeeding earlier than they wanted to — simply because the right support wasn’t there.

If FAB helped you, please consider paying it forward so we can continue to be there for the next mum who needs a friendly face, a listening ear, or a bit of encouragement.

No gift is too small — and every single one makes a real difference.

Donation summary

Total
£170.00
+ £37.50 Gift Aid
Online
£170.00
Offline
£0.00
Direct
£170.00
Fundraisers
£0.00

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