For years we’ve heard that the UK has some of the lowest breastfeeding rates in the world. Whilst there is still a lot of work to do, the latest Infant Feeding Survey for England (2024), published in June 2026, gives us something to celebrate.

Breastfeeding rates are improving, families are breastfeeding for longer, more babies are receiving breastmilk than ever before.

But perhaps the most important message is this: Parents want to breastfeed. They simply need the right support to continue for as long as they choose.

When I give care or when someone requests me to support them not only do I feel privileged and honoured and all the feels, I also want others to know that there are other ways to receive care and support through pregnancy, birth, feeding journeys and parenthood!

International Board Certified Lactation Consultants are specialists in human lactation, they clinically support families providing evidence & experience based education regarding feeding their babies.

The cost of hiring an IM varies depending on many factors including location, service provision type, experience & qualifications…