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25.01.2022 ABA is celebrating National Mothering Week from 6-12 May 2019! This is an important event for ABA that celebrates all things motherhood. This year our theme is... 'All for mums'. We know just how important support is for new mothers and National Mothering Week is a perfect opportunity to let a mum know she is doing an amazing job. In today's day and age, particularly on social media, it is easy for mums to become discouraged about her parenting decisions. So let's take a vow of #nojudgement and help lift each other up! Help us celebrate National Mothering Week by sharing this post and tagging your mum friends, or mums-to-be, below. More information on how we will be celebrating National Mothering Week will be revealed soon! <3 #NMW2019

24.01.2022 Locally we are in 'emergency season' #bushfires #blackouts #closedroads #evacuation #hightemperatures Having an emergency plan to care for your baby is very important. Babies under 6 months of age rely on #breastmilk and/or infant formula. Offer breastfeeds or formula more often during hot weather. Water or other drinks are not needed unless recommended by a doctor. Link for anyone with infants and children https://aba.asn.au/MRiVI pics Martin Von Stoll Oct 19, Adam Stevenson Nov 19

22.01.2022 Infants are particularly vulnerable in emergencies. Without access to appropriate food and fluid they can become seriously ill within hours, particularly in hot weather. Families can be isolated without power or water in their homes for long periods. They can be stranded in their cars while evacuating for hours or even days. -We are so used to having reliable power and water that it’s hard to imagine what it’s like not to have them.... -Gathering supplies at the last minute can be dangerous as it can delay leaving. -So, what do parents and caregivers need in their kit? -Emergency kits should have everything you need to look after your baby for at least three days without having any access to electricity or water. If your baby is less than six months old and fully breastfed, you will need nappies, wipes, and some extra water to keep hydrated. If you feed your baby expressed breastmilk, you need to learn how to hand express, as it may not be possible to wash pump parts. You will also need drinking water for yourself, detergent, around 400ml of water per feed for washing hands, disposable plastic cups or single-use bottles and teats for feeding the baby, as well as nappies and nappy wipes. #bushfire #infantfeedinginemergencies #evacuation

21.01.2022 *Attention - Exciting Announcement* Anyone who has ever wanted to change from an electronic Essence subscription to a print subscription (or vice versa) THIS IS NOW POSSIBLE. Hooray! Essence is ABA's fabulous magazine full of great articles and breastfeeding information. We are so happy to see this option and extra flexibility for members to receive Essence in their preferred format. ... To make this change, go to MyABA (www.breastfeeding.asn.au/myaba) --> Log in --> click "Update my details" (usually in a box on the right of screen) --> click "Communication details" --> click the tick box beside "I would like a paper Essence". Like your hardcopy magazines but don't know what to do with them after you have finished with them? Many members choose to donate their paper copy after they have read it to the local GP surgery, MCHN centre, hospital or other relevant place where mothers congregate. Note: With the current edition of Essence, due to a glitch in our mailing lists, those people currently receiving a paper copy also received a digital copy. ABA has decided to continue providing digital copies to all members for future editions. You can opt out of the digital version via email if you prefer to only receive the hard copy. Essence is a member benefit. If your membership has recently lapsed, renew here: www.breastfeeding.asn.au/membership/renew If you have questions about your subscription please email [email protected]. Happy reading!

17.01.2022 Happy World Breastfeeding Week

17.01.2022 We will be celebrating Mothering Week tomorrow with Gloucester Mobile Playgroup and chatting about Looking After Yourself at the CWA Hall, Church St, Gloucester from 10-12pm. Look forward to catching up with everyone while the children having some fun playing.

17.01.2022 Making Time For Mum update

17.01.2022 As many bushfires rage in #NSW and #QLD we hope that you and your family are safe. Being evacuated when you are caring for a baby and/small children can be a... frightening situation. Whether you are #breastfeeding or formula feeding we have information on what you will need to take with you here https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au//infant-feeding-emergenci The most important priority is to be in a safe location and to continue breastfeeding or expressing to maintain your supply. #mum2mum #infantfeedinginemergencies #evacuation #newbaby #children #baby #toddler #publichealth #emergency #bushfire

17.01.2022 The Mobile playgroup is still on in Gloucester today at the CWA Hall in Church St from 10-12pm. Unfortunately I won’t make it as I have a little man home unwell today. Hope you have all enjoyed World Breastfeeding Week

16.01.2022 Remember in Australia we have the 24/7 National Helpline 1800 686268/mum2mum and evening live chat for all as well as email counselling for members Other numbers for help on the back of your Blue Book

14.01.2022 It's wonderful to be listening to Mary Paton, founder of Nursing Mothers back in 1964. It is 50 years since the first meeting in NSW. Nursing Mothers is now called the Australian Breastfeeding Association.

14.01.2022 World Breastfeeding Week 2020 Support breastfeeding for a healthier planet Pacific Highway Nabiac NSW (2010) #wbw2020 #environment #infantfeedinginemergencies

11.01.2022 Happy International Midwives Day 2019 #IDM2019

09.01.2022 This really is a bushfire emergency the likes of which we have never seen before in Australia. This is the sort of situation where people need to be prepared fo...r an emergency. Breastfeeding should be considered an emergency preparedness activity with mothers being encouraged from June onwards to avoid weaning if possible until after the summer. Parents and caregivers of formula fed infants should have been advised to have an emergency kit for their baby that included everything they need to feed their baby without access to mains water or power. But this didn't happen. How many now are stuck on roads or isolated in their homes or communities without access to what they need to safely feed their baby?? See more

08.01.2022 The Australian Breastfeeding Association was born 56 years ago when a group of 6 mothers met in the home of Mary Paton. The association they formed has grown to be a national volunteer organisation, supporting thousands of families to breastfeed every year through face to face meetings, the National Breastfeeding Helpline, and live chat service. We provide education to expectant parents and to health professionals, and we work with all levels of governments and organisa...tions to help create breastfeeding-friendly communities. Join thousands of other mums to be a part of the fun and help us continue the work we do https://aba.asn.au/join-now #56today #happybirthday #ozbreastfeeding #mum2mum #breastfeeding

07.01.2022 There is lots of news media about COVID-19 and many people are concerned. If either a mother or baby is unwell it is important to keep breastfeeding. Breastmilk contains protective antibodies to most viruses that the mother is exposed to. To reduce risk of transmission, those who spend time with your baby should wash their hands frequently and cover their mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.... If you need help with breastfeeding or would like to restart breastfeeding, call the National Breastfeeding Helpline on 1800 686 268. ABA has recently released some updated information regarding the care of babies when you are unwell with a respiratory virus: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bfinfo/covid-19 www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bfinfo/breastfeeding-and-influenza For specific information about the respiratory virus COVID-19 visit: UNICEF www.unicef.org//novel-coronavirus-outbreak-what-parents-sh www.cdc.gov//specifi/pregnancy-guidance-breastfeeding.html #COVID19 #virus #breastfeeding #protection #illness #information #support

06.01.2022 The Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) has recently released some updated information regarding the care of babies when you are unwell with a respiratory virus: www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bfinfo/breastfeeding-and-influenza If you have been diagnosed with or are suspected of having a respiratory virus, it is important to continue breastfeeding, where possible, to ensure your baby is protected by the antibodies in your breastmilk. Respiratory viruses are not transmitted v...ia breastmilk. To reduce risk of transmission, those who spend time with your baby should wash their hands frequently and cover their mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing. For specific information about coronavirus visit UNICEF www.unicef.org//novel-coronavirus-outbreak-what-parents-sh

04.01.2022 Stay safe and prepare for your little ones as well as yourself and pets...

01.01.2022 From WHO Close contact and early, exclusive breastfeeding helps a baby to thrive. A woman with #COVID19 should be supported to: breastfeed safely... hold her newborn skin-to-skin share a room with her baby bit.ly/2Wxz2F1 See more

01.01.2022 Are you looking for an early days of breastfeeding resource to share with families in your local area? Please think about promoting the Breastfeeding Basics video our Branch produced last year. The short URL is aba.asn.au/BFBasics