National Breastfeeding HelplineNHS: How to BreastfeedTips for Breastfeeding your Baby in PublicUNICEF: Off to the Best StartNHS: Positioning and Attachment Unicef: Breastfeeding Resources WHO: Breastfeeding UNICEF: Responsive Feeding Le Leche League: Breastfeeding Essentials Le Leche League: Comfortable BreastfeedingLe Leche League: Positioning and Attachment Breastfeeding Network: Independent Breastfeeding Support Global Health Media: Breastfeeding Videos Evidence Based Birth: Favourite Breastfeeding Resources Le Leche League: Breastfeeding Information A-ZThe Breastfeeding Network: Expressing & storing breast milkThe Breastfeeding Network:  Establishing and increasing milk supplyUNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative: Guidance on expressing breast milkLe Leche League: Pumping MilkNHS: Expressing and Storing BreastmilkNHS: Breastfeeding & DietWhat to Eat When BreastfeedingBreastfeeding VitaminsBreastfeeding and A Mothers Diet: Myths v's Facts

Mastitis can be a painful and worrying experience, particularly in the early weeks of breastfeeding. It is important to know that breast inflammation does not always mean that you have a bacterial infection, and understanding the early signs can help you access the right support.If you notice a painful, swollen or hot area of your breast, a lump or area of firmness, or you are feeling generally unwell with flu-like symptoms, it is important to take your symptoms seriously and seek advice if they are not improving.Below, I’ve included some trusted, evidence-based resources to help you understand mastitis, what you can do to support your recovery and when to seek further medical advice.Pain: If Breastfeeding Hurts Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine: Patient Handout NHS: Symptoms of Mastitis Le Leche League: Mastitis, Blocked Ducts & Engorgement Breastfeeding Network: Mastitis Information Antibiotics & Breastfeeding NCT: Breastfeeding ChallengesLe Leche League: Sore Breasts Le Leche League: Engorged Breasts Blocked Milk DuctEngorgement & Oversupply Sore Nipples Breastfeeding with Sore Nipples

Whether your baby is having formula milk, expressed breast milk, or a combination of both, bottle feeding can be a lovely opportunity to connect, cuddle and get to know your baby.Responsive bottle feeding means following your baby's cues rather than focusing solely on how much or how quickly they feed. Giving your baby time to pause, taking breaks when they need them and recognising when they have had enough can help make feeds a calm and positive experience.Below, I’ve included some trusted resources to support you with safe preparation, paced and responsive bottle feeding, expressing and storing breast milk, and understanding your baby's feeding cues.How to Make up Infant Formula Formula Feeding: Step-by-StepTypes of Infant Formula Formula Milk: Common Questions Paced Bottle Feeding: What is it, & Why it Matters UNICEF: infant Formula and Responsive Bottle FeedingUnicef Patient Leaflet: Guide to Bottle Feeding Responsive Feeding Info Sheet NCT: How to Bottle Feed Choosing and Sterilising Bottles Sterilising Baby Bottles Combining Breast & Bottle Feeding Preparing Infant Milk Safely Pub Med Review: The Safety of Home Prep-Machines New Research on Prep-Machine Safety