Infant Feeding

Every Feed Matters. Every Family Counts.

Whether you're pregnant and thinking about feeding, currently breastfeeding, combination feeding or bottle feeding - our friendly and knowledgeable Infant Feeding Team are here to support you every step of the way.

We offer compassionate, non-judgemental support with:

●      Antenatal infant feeding education

●      Breastfeeding and chestfeeding support

●      Expressing and mixed feeding

●      Bottle feeding and responsive feeding

●      Introducing solid foods

●      Common challenges like sore nipples, low milk supply, or latch concerns
 

You don't have to be struggling to contact us - we're here for reassurance, questions, or just a chat.

Who we are

Our team is made up of trained Infant Feeding Support Workers, all specialists in feeding and relationship building in the early days of parenting.  The team also includes Infant Feeding Practitioners and an IBCLC, who offer expert support for more complex situations such as tongue-tie, painful feeding, slow weight gain, or re-lactation. We work closely with midwives, health visitors, and Family Hubs across St Helens.

You'll usually hear from us after you're discharged from hospital - but you can also get in touch with us directly at any time.

Family Friendly Venues

The St Helens Family Friendly Pledge is a commitment made by local venues and services to create a welcoming and supportive environment for families.

It recognises the rights of all parents and carers to care for and feed their baby or child in a way that feels comfortable to them, in an environment where they are welcomed and respected.

View the Family Friendly venues in our borough.

How to contact us

 Call or text us: 07919 304 174
  Email us: chcp.ift@nhs.net

Open 7 days a week

●      Monday to Friday: 8am - 8pm

●      Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays: 10am - 4pm
 

Where you can find us

We offer a mix of phone calls, clinics, home visits, and support groups across the borough. Our drop-ins and groups are relaxed, welcoming spaces where you can feed your baby, meet other parents, and get one-to-one support if needed.

Monday
  Lowe House
  Clinic - by appointment only

Tuesday
  Sutton Family Hub
  Breastfeeding Support Group: 10.30am-11:30am

Wednesday
  Sutton Family Hub
  Specialist Infant Feeding Clinic - by appointment only

Thursday
  Central Link Family Hub
  Breastfeeding Support Group: 9.30am-11am

Friday
  Parr Children's Centre
  Drop-in Clinic: 9:30am-11am

Why choose us?

✅ Free, friendly, expert support
✅ Open 7 days a week
✅ Face-to-face and phone support
✅ Welcoming spaces for parents
✅ 24/7 virtual support with the Anya app
✅ No need to struggle - early support can make all the difference

Support any time, day or night - try the Anya app

St Helens families can also access free 24/7 virtual infant feeding support through the Anya app.

●      Chat with Anya AI for instant, evidence-based answers

●      Watch short videos or read information on feeding, expressing, and feeding challenges

●      Connect with other parents and experts in the app community

It's free for St Helens parents - just register with your postcode here.