Australian Breastfeeding Association Wynnum Group in Wynnum, Queensland | Community organisation

Australian Breastfeeding Association Wynnum Group

Locality: Wynnum, Queensland

Phone: +61 1800 686 268

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25.01.2022 How awesome is breastmilk?! What have you used it for?

24.01.2022 It was a little too quiet... ... and then I found my daughter in our bedroom sitting on a chair she had placed on top of the bed. Me: "What are you doing?!!" Miss 2.5: "Sitting". ... Well, cant argue with that. What about yours??

23.01.2022 Come and join us this Thursday for a cuppa and chat with other mums and a discussion on self-care. Share your tips on taking care of yourself while raising little ones, or get some ideas from others. Hope to see you there!

22.01.2022 Dust off your joggers and get the pram or sling ready! Spring is here and its perfect weather to venture outside for some exercise and sunshine! Exercise can assist the wellbeing of mothers in so many ways. Find out more about the benefits and how you can safely return to exercise while breastfeeding.... www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bfinfo/exercise-and-breastfeeding See more

21.01.2022 Shout out to all those amazing 'grandies' out there! My mum arrived from Perth on Monday. We've really missed her these past 7 months. My 8 month old and 3 year old are loving having her around (as am I!) Video calls have kept us going up till now. Are your kids missing grandparents who are interstate or overseas? How do you navigate the distance? (eg. video call or find other ways to keep in touch?)

21.01.2022 Expecting a baby? Ive heard many mums say: "I wish I knew..... about breastfeeding before I had my baby". Already had your baby? What do you wish youd learnt about breastfeeding BEFORE bub arrived? There are many ins and outs of breastfeeding - knowledge is power! See our articles tailored to expecting mums:... www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bf-info/your-baby-arrives

20.01.2022 We love rice paper wraps in our house! With some sliced cucumber, carrot sticks, bean sprouts, tofu.... yum!

20.01.2022 Ahhhh.... bliss! May you have a peacefully sleeping child today (and possibly chocolate too!)

20.01.2022 Do you need to wake your baby for feeds? Newborns have tiny tummies and need to feed frequently. It is common for a young baby to need 8-12 breastfeeds or more in 24 hours.... The good news is that feeding frequently in the early days helps make sure you have a good milk supply. Your supply meets your babys needs if you breastfeed your baby whenever they seem hungry or fussy. Read more here - www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bfinfo/do-i-need-wake-my-baby-feeds #BreastfeedingBasics #ParentToParent #NewbornBaby #BabyBehaviour #frequentfeeding

20.01.2022 Do you or someone you know speak another language? We have breastfeeding resources available online in 25 community languages: www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bf-info/other-languages

20.01.2022 Come and join us this Thursday for our last meeting of the year! We're getting into the festive season and celebrating the fact that we survived 2020! **We're doing a Secret Santa so please bring a gift to the value of $5 if you'd like to be involved**... Hope to see you there :-)

20.01.2022 We often here about the health outcomes associated with breastfeeding for babies, but did you know there are also health outcomes for breastfeeding mums? See our article here for more information: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au//health-outcomes-associat

19.01.2022 2 more sleeps to go Come join us for a Christmas meeting. Don’t have a $5 secret Santa gift..come anyway. Not sure you will have time to grab something for morning tea..come anyway. ABA is there for you, we have you covered! ... We would love to see you at our last get together for the year. Thursday 3 December from 9:15 Good Shepherd Lutheran hall, 152 Belmont Rd, Tingalpa QLD 4173, Australia We are heading into the festive season and group meetings might be coming to an end but the ABA Breastfeeding Helpline is still available 24/7 1800 686 268

19.01.2022 How do your little ones respond to daycare drop offs?

19.01.2022 Who can relate??

19.01.2022 Is your baby going through a fussy period? Tiring as it may be, it wont last forever! In the meantime, support is out there to help get you through the phase. Read more about fussing and wonder weeks in our article here:... www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bfi/fussy-periods-and-wonder-weeks See more

18.01.2022 Is there a kid out there who doesnt like to splash?

17.01.2022 Confused about when you should introduce solids to your bub? See our article on signs that your baby is ready, and how to go about it. www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bf-/weaning-and-introducing-solids

17.01.2022 Are you returning to work or study and want to continue breastfeeding? See our online resources for helpful information to make it work for you and your child. www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bf-info/breastfeeding-and-work

17.01.2022 Queenslands volunteers are feeling a little flat after this incident. We would love to hear your stories about how ABA has helped you.

16.01.2022 You probably know that alcohol is carried in breastmilk, but what else should be avoided, minimised or modified while feeding? Check out the article on our website: "Is this safe while feeding?" Learn about the effect of beauty treatments, piercings, exercise, COVID19 and more on breastmilk.... www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bf-info/safe-when-breastfeeding

15.01.2022 How long should you breastfeed your baby? Whether you breastfeed for a day or for several years, the decision to breastfeed your child is one you will never regret. Read more about the nutritious benefits breastfeeding provides at the different ages and stages of your babys life. ... www.breastfeeding.asn.au//how-long-should-i-breastfeed-my-

15.01.2022 Who else has an independent toddler? Mine loves filling up water bottles for her toys... needless to say there's a lot of water on the floor!

15.01.2022 We always knew dolphins were smart!

15.01.2022 Hey mummas! Watch here for a quick one minute explanation of what we do and how we can support you... www.breastfeeding.asn.au

15.01.2022 Is your beautiful bub on the way? Find out what you may expect in the early days of your breastfeeding journey. Its so very different for every mum! www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bf-info/early-days Or you can always call the Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268 to speak to trained, volunteer counsellors available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

15.01.2022 Did you know you can help to trigger your "let-down reflex" to make the milk "let-down" into your breasts? Find out more - www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bf-info/early-days/let-down-reflex

14.01.2022 Mums Night Out! Treat yourself to dinner out this Wednesday night at Mates Restaurant & Bar, Wynnum. Enjoy a social evening with likeminded mums. Little ones welcome too. Please respond if you would like to attend.

13.01.2022 Come and join us at our group meeting tomorrow for a discussion on "Returning to Work and Expressing Breastmilk". See our events page for more details. Hope to see you there!

13.01.2022 How many loads per week are you doing?

12.01.2022 Our meeting tomorrow is going ahead face to face with approved social distancing and hygiene measures. Please bring your own toys as we wont have the communal toys available. Please RSVP by commenting in the discussion section of the event so that we have an idea of numbers and can adequately space the chairs. Hope to see you there!

11.01.2022 Are you experiencing some breastfeeding challenges? For information and support give the Breastfeeding Helpline a call and speak with one of our trained counsellors: 1800 686 268 There is also information on overcoming specific challenges on our website: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au//common-concerns%E2%80%93

10.01.2022 "Is my baby getting enough milk?" This is a common worry for a breastfeeding mum, especially in the early newborn days. See our article here for signs that let you know your baby is getting enough milk.... www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bfinfo/my-baby-getting-enough-milk

10.01.2022 Changing or adjusting breastfeeding positions can assist with maternal comfort, babys latch and milk flow. Which breastfeeding positions have worked well for you? For more information on positioning and attachment see our articles here: www.breastfeeding.asn.au//positioning-and-attachment-video

10.01.2022 Do you find that as soon as you feel like youre getting into a rhythm, your baby likes to change things up, perhaps switching up naps or more fussy periods? Sometimes its helpful to lower our expectations of what we should achieve in a day. For some tips on looking after yourself see our article here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au//you-and-your-br/yourself... Or join us on Thursday to get some self-care tips from other mums (see our events page for more details).

10.01.2022 Skin-to-skin is a powerful way to promote parent-baby bonding and encourage breastfeeding. Find out prior to bub's birth if your hospital facilitates skin-to-skin contact.... www.breastfeeding.asn.au//your/your-hospital-baby-friendly

10.01.2022 How cool is that? For more info on breastfeeding and gut bacteria see our article here: www.breastfeeding.asn.au//breastfeeding-bacteria-and-your-

10.01.2022 Have you experienced blocked ducts while breastfeeding? Treating blocked ducts is important to prevent mastitis. For more information and treatment tips see our articles here:... www.breastfeeding.asn.au//common-concernsmum/blocked-ducts www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bf-in/common-concernsmum/mastitis

09.01.2022 Some got it good!

09.01.2022 Breastfeeding has been depicted throughout history as a normal part of everyday life. However, in our society we may not have had much exposure to breastfeeding prior to having our own children. How have your views on breastfeeding changed over time? Have you helped normalise breastfeeding for someone else?

08.01.2022 Self-care.... we all need it... but how to carve out time to replenish ourselves in a busy day when our energies are directed elsewhere? Come join us this Thursday for a chat with other mums on this very topic! Perhaps coming to the meeting will be your self-care for the day

08.01.2022 What a convenient way to feed on the go! But have you encountered any resistance to breastfeeding in public? Did you know that your rights to breastfeed in public are protected by law?... For more information on this, including state-specific legislation, see our article here: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au//breastfeeding/legalright

07.01.2022 What is your experience of babywearing?

07.01.2022 Shout out to all those amazing 'grandies' out there! My mum just arrived from Perth on Monday. We've really missed her these past 7 months with border closures. My 8 month old and 3 year old are loving having her around (as am I!) Video calls have kept us going up to now. Are your kids missing their overseas or interstate grandparents? Do you video call or find other ways to keep in touch?

07.01.2022 The hard bits, the joyful bits, the silly bits, the unexpected bits... No matter what your experience, life will never be the same again with a new baby. What has been the biggest surprise for you after having your baby? (first or subsequent bub...)

06.01.2022 Wow! Isn't that amazing. For some some myth-busting truths about breastfeeding see our article here: www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bfin/breastfeeding-fact-or-fiction

06.01.2022 Our breastfeeding counsellors are a lifeline for many breastfeeding mums. Our Breastfeeding Helpline is a free service, open 24/7... because sometimes you need a friendly and helpful ear at 2am. Don't be shy to call 1800 686 268 if you have a question, concern, or need some support. ... We're here for you!

05.01.2022 Most mums worry about their baby's growth and development - you are not alone! But chances are your baby is growing as he or she should. For some more information regarding growth charts, percentiles and feeding, see our article here: www.breastfeeding.asn.au//common-concern/baby-weight-gains

04.01.2022 For information on how to safely warm breast milk give the Breastfeeding Helpline a call on 1800 686 268. Or click here for information on expressing and handling breast milk: www.breastfeeding.asn.au//expressing-and-storing-breastmilk

04.01.2022 Do you have a friend with a new baby? What was the greatest help you received when you had a newborn?

04.01.2022 Come and join us next Thursday for a coffee and chat with other mums. The topic for this fortnight is "Breastfeeding Toddlers". We are still meeting face to face in the church hall as we are able to implement adequate social distancing. However we wont have the toys available for hygiene reasons, so please do bring some toys for your baby or child to play with. PLEASE RSVP if youre intending to come by writing a COMMENT on the event page (as well as clicking "attend"). This is very important as we need to know numbers in order to adequately space the chairs. Hope to see you next week for a lively discussion!

03.01.2022 The early days with a new bub can be a whirlwind of emotions, and as a new mum support from others is invaluable. Who is your support crew? At our meeting next week we will be talking about self-care...

03.01.2022 Your baby has just cut some new teeth! Hurrah! But you may be worried about being bitten while breastfeeding. Rest assured new teeth is not a problem for most breastfeeding mums. However, if you do experience some issues with teeth while feeding see our article here for tips on how to manage this: www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bf-info/common-concernsbaby/biting

03.01.2022 What's your style??

02.01.2022 Come and join us tomorrow for an informative talk on diastasis recti (abdominal separation) care. Many mothers experience this condition during and after pregnancy, often without realising. Learn how to care for your abdominal muscles and get back into shape after the birth of your baby.

02.01.2022 Make sure you're getting the right information! We have information on all sorts of breastfeeding-related topics, including positioning and attachment, mixed feeding, pumping, breastfeeding and illness, breast care, weaning, and many more. Have a browse here: www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bfinfo/index.html... If you can't find the information you're looking for, give our Breastfeeding Helpline a call on 1800 686 268 to speak with a breastfeeding counsellor, day or night.

01.01.2022 In these unusual and stressful times, breastfeeding can be a powerful balm, releasing oxcytocin (the feelgood hormone) to you and bub. And we are still here for breastfeeding support, should you need it. Call the Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268 or livechat on our website: www.breastfeeding.asn.au/breastfeeding-helpline