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Australian Breastfeeding Association South West Coastal Region, WA

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24.01.2022 Many mothers feel a deep sense of loss when they are unable to breastfeed, either at all or for as long as they had planned. This is natural. It is normal to fe...el sad, and to feel some grief and remorse. It is important to allow yourself to feel these emotions. You may not be satisfied with your experience and things may not have gone as planned. Even if you child breastfed for just one day, this is a precious gift and something to be proud of. If you are reading this and your breastfeeding experience was not all you hoped it would be, please know that ABA is here for you. Read more https://aba.asn.au/bfgrief

24.01.2022 Help us, help you! We are planning to have a chat & play on Sunday the 27th of September in Bunbury, and would love to see some of our amazing members there. Its the long weekend and a lazy Sunday, so comment below with the time slot that would suit you best well go with the most popular time. Cant wait to get the ball rolling on this event!

24.01.2022 ABA has been supporting Australian families like yours since 1964. Our support services are available around the clock so we can be there for you wherever you’re at on your journey. Whether you’re looking to connect with your village through one of our local groups or need information and support in the middle of the night, ABA is here for you. Tell us in the comments, when has ABA been there for you? #abaishereforyou #ozbreastfeeding

23.01.2022 We know some families like to schedule a short break before baby arrives. Why not tie this in with one of our 'Down South' Breastfeeding Education Classes (B...EC)? Pregnancy is a great time to learn about the early days of breastfeeding. Donna, our Capes Group Leader and BEC Busselton, Margaret River and Bunbury Coordinator would love to hear from you. https://aba.asn.au/bYDhV [Image: A smiling pregnant woman on a bench seat relaxing in a public courtyard. Her partner is reaching over her and putting his hand on her baby bump. The couple are gazing into each others eyes]

23.01.2022 Did you know Australian Breastfeeding Capes Group has a closed Facebook group for all members to join? Just another benefit of membership https://www.facebook.com/groups/2507190876166287

23.01.2022 We'd love for you to join us - Please click the link below to register for the Zoom session

23.01.2022 We're here near the play area :)

23.01.2022 If you would like to connect with other breastfeeding families or talk with a breastfeeding counsellor or community educator there are over 10 online meetings you can attend from the comfort of your home this week https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/calendar-of-member-events (Meetings are listed in local time . If a meeting is in Qld, NSW or Vic it is minus 2 hours, so 10am EST = 8am WA time)

23.01.2022 HUGE #thanks to one of our Western Australian #volunteers for being there for #families this #ChristmasDay! Wish to give #OzBreastfeeding a gift for being there 24/7, every day? #Donate to our #Festive Appeal here! >> aba.asn.au/festiveappeal20

23.01.2022 Meet Natalie A volunteer with ABA that’s here for you. Watch the video to learn a little bit more about her and why she volunteers with the ABA. Tell us in the comments, when has ABA been there for you?... #abaishereforyou #ozbreastfeeding

22.01.2022 This post will tell you the truth about milk supply and cookies. We all love cookies but they arent a magic solution for building supply. Most mothers are ab...le to produce more than enough milk for their baby (or babies), especially when accurate support and information is obtained. The majority of mothers who think that they have a low milk supply problem actually dont. If you feel you have a low milk supply problem, call our Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268. Lactation cookies (or other substances claimed to increase supply) only work when breastmilk is being removed frequently and effectively from a mothers breasts. When all factors contributing to a low supply have been identified and addressed, then lactation cookies or other substances may help to speed up the process. By far, the most important way to establish and then maintain a good milk supply is for breastmilk to be removed often and well. Read more about galactagogues (things claimed to increase supply, like lactation cookies) https://aba.asn.au/Galactagogues ... with good support you can build supply, cookies wont work by themselves.

22.01.2022 We're back - This Friday

22.01.2022 Come along to our August meeting on Friday 28th August from 10am to 12 noon at the Carbunup River Hall and hear our guest speaker Marcela talk about baby massage. There will still be time to chat to our breastfeeding counsellors and other families. We would love to see you there. We have a COVID Safety Plan in place - hand sanitiser, attendance record and social distancing. This also means please bring your own food and drinks for yourself and child/ren - there is good takeaway coffee at the roadhouse next door.

21.01.2022 Meet Sky A volunteer with ABA that’s here for you. Watch the video to learn a little bit more about her and why she volunteers with the ABA. Tell us in the comments, when has ABA been there for you?... #abaishereforyou #ozbreastfeeding

21.01.2022 The count down is on! Less than 2 weeks to go until our Breastfeeding Education Class in Bunbury on the 21st of November. It’s not too late to register! http://bit.ly/humanitix-ABA-BEC-CAP... If you’re not able to make it to the BEC then come along to Kaya Treendale on Sunday the 22nd or Carbunup River Hall on Friday the 27th. More details available in our calendar on the ABA website: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/node/24137/events #abaishereforyou #ozbreastfeeding

21.01.2022 There are many causes of breast or nipple pain when breastfeeding. Have you heard of vasospasm? Mothers with vasospasm of the nipple feel sharp pain, burning or stinging in the nipple. It is usually accompanied by sudden whitening of the nipple, followed by a colour change from red to blue. There are two main causes of nipple vasospasm. Find out more about vasospasm here: www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bfinfo/vasospasm If you have concerns about pain or soreness, a chat with a breastfeeding counsellor on the National Breastfeeding Helpline (1800 686 268) can give you the information and support you need.

20.01.2022 If you are unable to make it to one of our face-to-face meets you are welcome to join any of the online events which happen each week. This is an example https://www.facebook.com/events/729803591077095

20.01.2022 If there is anything you would like to know about volunteering you can ask our Group Leaders Abbie and Donna or you are welcome to join this online information session. Volunteering with ABA is very family friendly and children are welcome at most ABA activities.

20.01.2022 Meet Renee A volunteer with ABA that’s here for you. Watch the video to learn a little bit more about her and why she volunteers with the ABA. Tell us in the comments, when has ABA been there for you?... #abaishereforyou #ozbreastfeeding

19.01.2022 People anywhere in Australia are welcome to join the Online Early Days with A Newborn Meeting (details in comments). If you are pregnant this is a great meeting to attend before baby arrives.

19.01.2022 Alongside these online meetings Capes Group will have their face-to-face meeting on Friday. Yes, that's right, with precautions we can all meet in person :)

18.01.2022 Watch the video to learn about the new features in our mum2mum app then download the app to your phone for easy access.

18.01.2022 Our beautiful friends at ABA Isolated Members North West Group are running an online meeting this week. So if you are returning to work or study soon this meeting will be a great one to attend. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1453201311564066 WEDNESDAY, 16 SEPTEMBER 2020 FROM 19:30-21:00 Online catch-up - Returning to work

18.01.2022 For some it is too early to think of 2021, but now is the right time to share this event with your Health Professionals, so they can request the time off they need to attend. (Yes some HPs already have their January rosters!)

17.01.2022 **UPDATE - todays chat & play now has guest speaker teaching us all about baby/child massage. We hope its not too late to squeeze this exciting opportunity into your day! What's on in the South West this week? Come and find your village, and speak with a breastfeeding counsellor! Friday 28th August - BABY/CHILD MASSAGE, Carbanup River Hall, 10am-12pm... https://www.facebook.com/events/2989148057866853 Saturday 29th August - Breastfeeding Education Class, 1pm-5pm https://www.facebook.com/events/275604790342815/ See more

17.01.2022 It’s a new month and ABA is here for you! We’ll be at Kaya, Treendale on Sunday the 22nd and Carbunup River Hall on Friday the 27th We’re also hosting our Breastfeeding Education Class in Bunbury on the 21st of November ... It’s not too late to register! http://bit.ly/humanitix-ABA-BEC-CAP #abaishereforyou #ozbreastfeeding

17.01.2022 How great is the upgraded app with free access for all ABA members. Not a member yet? You can join in the app for all the member benefits.

15.01.2022 Looking for company? Need to meet other mums who get what you are going through? Check out our weekly calendar, & see which sessions suit you. Find out more information in the events tab, or the calendar of events at https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/calendar-of-member-events

15.01.2022 Two meets in the South West this week

14.01.2022 This is great for anyone who may have missed the Busselton BEC on the weekend and who is due before the Margaret River BEC. Pregnancy is a great time to learn what to expect after baby is born

12.01.2022 Supply Line / Supplementary Nursing System (SNS)

12.01.2022 Do you know of a business or other public venue which is Breastfeeding Friendly? You can recommend they sign up as a Breastfeeding Welcome Here (BWH) site. They will be listed on ABA's directory of BWH's Here is how they sign up https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/services/welcome

11.01.2022 Symphony Breast Pump and Collection Kits

10.01.2022 Come join us for our meeting on Sunday afternoon. Everyone is welcome https://www.facebook.com/events/273833887272165

10.01.2022 It's not to early to book for the Bunbury Breastfeeding Education Class in November. Great for any family due before April 2021.

10.01.2022 Did you know you can hire and purchase pumps through ABA? We hire both the Medela Symphony (yellow pump) and Ardo pumps

09.01.2022 It’s not too late! We’ll be at Carbunup River Hall today from 10am 12 noon discussing the Early Daze. https://www.facebook.com/events/2619135958355042/... If you can’t make it today then hopefully you’ll catch us at Big Swamp Playground on Sunday from 12 noon 2pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/346163353302927/

08.01.2022 Our brilliant #breastfeeding-themed Rebecca Cool Art mugs are the most popular in the range Rebecca has creatively designed for #Ozbreastfeeding! Contact Kirsten to place an order, and ask what else is in the wonderful, colourful series! E>> [email protected] P>> 0403 225 911 #Christmas #Birthday #mum #tea #coffee #Thanks #LimitedEdition Western Australia ... * These can be collected from Kristen in Applecross group area

08.01.2022 This Thursday night. Looking forward to catching up. Please share this event with anyone pregnant, breastfeeding or supporters.

08.01.2022 Meet Shannon at our Carbunup meetings

07.01.2022 Volunteering looks great on your resume when returning to work

06.01.2022 Help us to help families around Australia. The best bit is you get great gifts too ... * Free access to premium content on the mum2mum app * Australia's leading breastfeeding guide 'Breastfeeding ... naturally' * Essence magazine * Regular email from ABA with the latest info * 50% off weekly breast pump hire rates

06.01.2022 This week ABA South West Coastal volunteers will celebrate World Breastfeeding Week 2020 with a regional meeting on Sunday 2nd August (volunteers only). Then the day after World Breastfeeding Week, Saturday 8th August, volunteers will attend ABA's first National Online Conference. Volunteers are committed to continuous professional development to support families in our area and nationally. If you would like to become a volunteer, we would love to have your support.

06.01.2022 How amazing is breastmilk! Learn this and more at our Breastfeeding Education Class this Saturday. Time is running out to register! http://bit.ly/humanitix-ABA-BEC-CAP If you’re not able to make it to the BEC then come along to Kaya Treendale this Sunday or Carbunup River Hall on Friday the 27th. More details available in our calendar on the ABA website: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/node/24137/events... #abaishereforyou #ozbreastfeeding

04.01.2022 Tonight's meeting for anyone who would like to attend. You can attend from the comfort of your home in your PJs https://www.facebook.com/events/698432287380850/

03.01.2022 Have you got your picnic’s packed for today’s ABA meet at Big Swamp? See you there from 12 noon! https://www.facebook.com/events/346163353302927/

02.01.2022 A great video focusing on the health of those planning to conceive, pregnant, breastfeeding or weaning https://www.youtube.com/watch

02.01.2022 Come along and meet with us this Friday morning. Whether you are expecting a baby soon, or have a little one already, you are welcome. We will have Breastfeeding Counsellors there to chat with about your breastfeeding journey

02.01.2022 As volunteers, we love what we do. We are passionate about supporting you; our mothers and mothers-to-be. Can you help us? Support our association by pur...chasing an Entertainment book and you will be helping us to continue training our valuable volunteers. You receive 12 months of savings. Get a bonus $10 or $20 Priceline eGift Card! https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/842f89

02.01.2022 Do you have a specific worry or question? Breastfeeding Education Classes are taught by experienced breastfeeding educators, so bring your curliest questions. We can handle it! To bookhttps://aba.asn.au/BEC-EVP-FB

01.01.2022 Meet Shannon at our Carbanup meetings