Around 40 volunteers who support breastfeeding mothers across South Gloucestershire, including those who attend a weekly session in Bradley Stoke, are to receive the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest accolade which can be given to volunteer groups in the UK. The Barnardo’s South Gloucestershire Breastfeeding Peer Support Project provides emotional and practical support to new mothers through a
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Breastfeeding group welcomes new members
A local breastfeeding support group is looking to raise awareness of its weekly meetings following a move to a new venue. Bradley Stoke Breastfeeding Group meets on Thursdays at the children’s centre next to Bowsland Green School. The aim of the group is to offer peer to peer support and information for mums at any stage of their breastfeeding journey.
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