31/07/2024
World Breastfeeding Week is an annual worldwide campaign celebrated on 1-7th August. The theme of this year’s campaign is ‘Closing the Gap – Breastfeeding Support for All’. The campaign aims to highlight the need to improve breastfeeding support to reduce inequalities that exist in society, with a special focus on breastfeeding in times of emergencies and crises.
To mark this campaign, the Western Trust has a programme of events planned. These events aim to celebrate women and their families throughout their breastfeeding journey, while showcasing the multi-agency support that is key for breastfeeding success. Multi –agency working is embedded within the UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiation Gold award, an accreditation which both Health Visiting and Midwifery throughout the trust have achieved. Trust staff work in partnership with voluntary and community organisation in an attempt to deliver a seamless support network for all.
The events are planned throughout the Trust;
Fermanagh House Thursday 1st August 2024
Buggy walk at 10.30am meeting at the Heart, Enniskillen Castle
ALL WELCOME.
For more information on the events planned for World Breastfeeding Week and the support available to all expectant and breastfeeding women.
Visit the Western Trust Infant Feeding information page
The Trust value feedback from all service users to support us shape and develop future services. We are keen to hear about your breastfeeding experiences.