Dartmouth and Kingsbridge localities have been without local breastfeeding support for over three years. This means travelling to Plymouth, Torbay or Exeter to access support. An unacceptable journey when a mother is recovering from birth, looking after a newborn and potentially struggling with feeding.

A group of us have come together to form Dartmouth and Kingsbridge Nurslings to support mums throughout their breastfeeding journey. We provide a weekly breastfeeding support group in both towns.

We are raising money to enable our volunteers to undertake an accredited Breastfeeding Peer Support course. This will enable both groups to provide much needed, evidence-based breastfeeding support and information to local mums and their families.

Any additional funds will be used for ongoing training, relevant insurances and any resources required by the group (e.g. pumps).