by Ruth Dennison | Aug 7, 2018 | Birth, Breastfeeding, Doula, parenting, Visually impaired parents
I remember when I was contacted by a first time father of a newborn. He said him and his fiancé was currently in hospital and as breastfeeding had not gotten off to the best start due to the lack of support, mixed opinions and suggestions they thought it would be...
by Ruth Dennison | Jun 9, 2018 | Birth, Black child, Black mother, Breastfeeding, culture, Nutrition, parenting
This image above is a group of unapologetic Black Alabama mums bringing awareness to the beauty of breastfeeding. Everyday a mother gives birth. Everyday a mother would attempt to breastfeed her newborn. Everyday a mother successfully breastfeeds her baby and everyday...
by Ruth Dennison | Jan 23, 2018 | Breastfeeding, Doula, Nutrition, parenting, post-birth
Thoughts of a breastfeeding mother with breastfeeding issues: Why are mums having to suffer in pain when breastfeeding their babies. I mean the pain can be so bad that I think why would any mum want to put themselves through this. Why is that mum over there feeding...
by Ruth Dennison | Aug 24, 2017 | Black child, Black mother, Breastfeeding, Doula, Nutrition, parenting, post-birth
Celebrating black breastfeeding week 25th – 31st August 2017. Many people are wondering why Black Breastfeeding Week. This video will give you a better insight to why Black Breastfeeding Week is needed. This video also contains amazing images of women...
by Ruth Dennison | Jun 27, 2017 | Breastfeeding, Doula, parenting, pregnancy
I am excited to announce the launch of my new breastfeeding e-learning course for parents. Having worked within breastfeeding for over 10 years, I have supported hundreds of families within the NHS and privately as well as trained practitioners on how to support the...