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24.01.2022 What do/did you call your unborn #baby / #babies during #pregnancy? What do/did you call your unborn #baby / #babies during #pregnancy?
23.01.2022 This morning. All welcome. See you there https://fb.me/e/1V4t0nE0H
22.01.2022 Meet Rebekka, a volunteer with the Swan-Mundaring group "In need of a career change and drawn to helping people, I followed the path that led me to become a volunteer with ABA. I attended my first group meet with the idea to become a breastfeeding counsellor, but definitely stayed for the friendships, discussions and cake! I've just officially completed my training and have become a breastfeeding counsellor, and attend every Monday's group meetups for Swan-Mundaring Group,... 4 Mudalla Way, Koongamia. At home, I'm a uni student studying part-time to become an IBCLC, and I'm full-time Mum to Lukas (4yo) and Mikayla (2yo). I secretly (or not so secretly) love baking so always bring a special treat with me to our weekly meets during the school term. I'm really looking forward to our discussion on Breastfeeding Toddlers, as I wouldn't have ever thought that would be me - but here we are! Join us Mondays from 9:30am."
20.01.2022 WHAT a jaw-dropping story from #mum Jemma & #baby Zac #loveahappyending ‘ABA was here for me when my son's arrival didn't go to plan. He was born at term but he needed help breathing and we were transferred from Gladstone (QLD) to Brisbane for the NICU. We were flown on separate planes, both as patients. I'd experienced a postpartum haemorrhage and also needed care during the flight down. The stress of the ordeal was difficult but one factor in particular that concerned ...me was establishing breastfeeding. My milk was coming in and I was so engorged but my son wasn't strong enough to feed at the breast yet. I became really anxious with the 'what ifs' and I phoned the Breastfeeding Helpline. The counsellor I spoke with was empathetic, kind and supportive, reassuring me with ideas and different approaches to try. 'I expressed for the first 5 days of Zac's life. I struggled as I found pumps didn't empty me enough. Thankfully 5 days after he was born, staff in the Special Care Nursery supported us through our first feed and it went very well. Finally the engorged feeling had lifted! Following that, all feeds during the day were at the breast and night feed were expressed breastmilk through a nasogastric tube. I would wake in our accommodation every 3 hours and pump. Once we were transferred home to Gladstone, we spent a night in hospital to ensure Zac was coping with a full day of suck feeds at the breast. He was a dream to feed and fed on demand once we were home. I breastfed Zac until he was 14 months old and loved feeding him. Several times throughout this time in Brisbane ABA supported me to feel confident and equipped with knowledge to establish and continue feeding.’ Jemma, Queensland >> breastfeeding.asn.au #abaishereforyou #ozbreastfeeding & bravo #rfds See more
19.01.2022 Very excited to see the launch of our podcast and blog! Podcast available for download soon! Subscribe to be ready for the first episode. Search "Breastfeeding with ABA" on your favourite podcast app.
18.01.2022 Hopefully you aren't dealing with this at the moment...
17.01.2022 The meeting in Koongamia will not be running today. Apologies to those who were hoping to attend.
16.01.2022 Looking for breastfeeding info & support? From the early days to feeding a toddler, we have all the friendly ideas you need. Holidaying near Dampier or Carbunup River? You will be welcomed at our sessions there as well - ABA membership allows you to go to any group meeting in Australia. Find more info on the different meet ups at:... https://aba.asn.au/ChatAndPlay https://aba.asn.au/EarlyDaze https://aba.asn.au/FeedingToddler https://aba.asn.au/IntroducingSolids https://aba.asn.au/CapesMeetingNovember #BreastfeedingInWA #BreastfeedingSupport
14.01.2022 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
13.01.2022 TOMORROW @ 8am Western Australia time #Volunteering with #ozbreastfeeding
13.01.2022 Have you ever thought about volunteering with ABA? Join us online to find out more about what's involved https://www.facebook.com/events/723104288319274/
13.01.2022 EVENTS WEEK BEG 16-NOV Come along to one of our friendly get togethers in Perth this week: Monday 16th @ Beeliar (Breastfeeding Village catch up):... https://www.facebook.com/events/3235942453193435 Monday 16th @ Koongamia (Breastfeeding after Breast surgery Guest Speaker): https://www.facebook.com/events/344745626750016 Monday 16th @ Joondanna (First Foods): https://www.facebook.com/events/1003631760154025 Tuesday 17th @ Melville (Chat n Play): https://www.facebook.com/events/714532365819518 Friday 20th @ Willetton (Night time parenting): https://www.facebook.com/events/821671105334044 Saturday 21st @ Vic Park - Breastfeeding Education Class: https://www.facebook.com/events/314489879766062 Also in regional WA this week: Monday 16th @ Albany (Catch up): https://www.facebook.com/events/803956743787770/ Thursday 19th @ Wickham (Chat n Play): https://www.facebook.com/events/2789315441337613 Saturday 20th @ Bunbury - Breastfeeding Education Class: https://www.facebook.com/events/267822357788929 Sunday 22nd @ Bunbury - Capes Group meeting https://www.facebook.com/events/678981032990287 See all upcoming events at: https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/calendar-of-member-events
12.01.2022 Looking to increase your breastfeeding skills and knowledge to better support breastfeeding families? Register today for a one day workshop 'Take lactation histories and conduct breastfeeding assessment' and gain practical skills to enhance your professional practice! Cost:(including GST): Member - $235; Non-member - $265... Register today at: https://aba.asn.au/TpdbW See more
11.01.2022 What were YOU doing in 1996?! Can you guess what #ozbreastfeeding was doing that year? What were YOU doing in 1996?! Can you guess what #ozbreastfeeding was doing that year?
11.01.2022 Many #mothers will ask along the way, ‘Can I take
09.01.2022 Do you have a plan for emergencies? Welcome to call anytime on 1800 686 268 to chat ideas over with an #ozbreastfeeding #volunteer. Read about what your #family can do to keep #babies safe >> https://aba.asn.au/ena8L
09.01.2022 So, have you been caught out recently with the days getting longer? Hands up
08.01.2022 Want to hear a secret? Do you know who goes along to our sessions? People just like you! People who think you have great taste when it comes to drinks, food, music and parenting. Of course there are differences - some haven't been able to breastfeed the way they planned, while others have found breastfeeding easy. Some will only have one child, while others will have more. Some will be forward planners, others live in the moment. What unites us is knowing breastfeeding i...s important, and knowing support helps us "hang in there" when it gets tough. Breastfeeding support looks different to everyone - we support you to make your own decisions with accurate information and without judgement. Pop into one of our meet-ups this week - and find out who does go to ABA sessions - YOU! #BreastfeedingInWA #ABAIsHereForYou #BreastfeedingSupport
07.01.2022 If things get tough, our breastfeeding counsellors are here to support you day and night. Just call our Helpline on 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268). When you need us, ABA is here for you.
07.01.2022 An elusive hot cup of #coffee/tea is on the radar, but is it too late? What’s your caffeine-cut-off for #parenting overnight/next day? An elusive hot cup of #coffee/tea is on the radar, but is it too late? What’s your caffeine-cut-off for #parenting overnight/next day?
07.01.2022 Do you want to meet Rebekka? Come along to the Swan-Mundaring meeting on Monday. Do you want to be like Rebekka? There are a large variety of meeting on offer this week - please note Thursday has been dropped from the calendar to allow room for the Sunday meet-up! Non-members are allowed to come to two meetings before joining.... You can find more info about these sessions in the events tab, or at www.breastfeeding.asn.au/calendar-of-member-events #BreastfeedingInWA #BreastfeedingSupport #Parenting
05.01.2022 Spotlight on #caffeine lately (can you tell I’m up countless times a night with #baby?!) Who’s with me?! Get planning an #ecofriendly #Christmas gift PLUS #support our sisters beyond borders with #ozbreastfeeding KeepCups!
02.01.2022 What is an ABA meet-up like? Friends-to-be Adult smiling faces Others just like you... A hot drink & a bite to eat The opportunity to learn about breastfeeding Up-to-date breastfeeding & parenting information Ideas & suggestions to help you Acceptance of you & your parenting Encouragement to achieve your goals Trained counsellor to answer your breastfeeding questions & concerns Don't take my word for it - check it out for yourself this week. We have some great sessions lined up, all that is missing is you! More information on the events can be found in the events tab, or at www.breastfeeding.asn.au/calendar-of-member-events #BreastfeedingInWA #BreastfeedingSupport #MumToMum #PeerSupport
02.01.2022 What are your exciting plans for 2021? Do tell! How about also training with #ozbreastfeeding?! ABA's RTO = 21659. Course = 10280NAT Certificate IV in Breastfeeding Education :-)What are your exciting plans for 2021? Do tell! How about also training with #ozbreastfeeding?! ABA's RTO = 21659. Course = 10280NAT Certificate IV in Breastfeeding Education :-)
01.01.2022 It's on! Listen to the first episode today
01.01.2022 Baby falling asleep on the breast? This is normal. Breastmilk contains a hormone which makes a mother and her baby sleepy helping you both get back to sleep. Read more here https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/bf-info/sleep
01.01.2022 Have you had breast surgery or thinking about having it in future and wondering how it would affect breastfeeding? Swan-Mundaring group have a guest speaker on this very topic tomorrow (Monday 16-Nov) @ Koongamia. All welcome :) https://www.facebook.com/events/344745626750016
