Countess of Chester Hospital highlighting support available to families during World Breastfeeding Week
10 August 2026
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is marking World Breastfeeding Week by shining a spotlight on the support available to families throughout their feeding journey.
Throughout pregnancy and after their baby is born, families can access a range of support, including free workshops, one-to-one appointments and specialist advice both in hospital and at home.
After birth, trained maternity staff are on hand to support families with their baby's first feed and provide practical advice on feeding, bonding and recognising their baby's needs.
Ongoing support is then available through follow-up calls, home visits, clinics and local support groups.
The Trust has also invested in dedicated feeding facilities within its new Women and Children's Building, making it easier for parents to feed and care for their babies while visiting the hospital.
Feeding and changing rooms are available on every floor, along with a private feeding room in the paediatric waiting area of the Emergency Department, with support tailored to each family's individual needs and feeding goals.
Whether parents choose to breastfeed, combination feed or formula feed, the Trust's teams are on hand to provide practical advice, answer questions and help families to feel confident in feeding and caring for their baby.
Emma Harrison, Infant Feeding Lead for Maternity Services, said:
"World Breastfeeding Week is a chance to celebrate the support available to families and raise awareness of where to get help.
Every family's feeding journey is different, which is why it's important that parents have access to information, guidance and reassurance that helps them make the choices that are right for them and their baby.
From pregnancy through to the early weeks at home, our teams are here to provide practical support, answer questions and help families feel confident as they get to know and care for their newborn.
We want parents to know that they don't have to navigate feeding challenges alone, and that support is available whenever they need it,” she explained.
Specialist support is also available for families whose babies require care on the neonatal unit, where feeding can bring additional challenges and concerns.
Amy Davies, Infant Feeding Lead for Neonatal Services, said:
"For families whose babies need neonatal care, feeding can sometimes feel overwhelming.
Parents may be coping with an unexpected hospital stay while also learning how to best feed and care for their baby.
This is why we work closely with families to provide the support, reassurance and advice they need, helping them feel confident and involved in their baby's care from the very beginning.
Our aim is to ensure parents feel supported every step of the way and empowered to make the feeding choices that are right for them and their baby.”
The neonatal unit also offers dedicated feeding support, breast pump loans and personalised feeding plans tailored to the needs of babies and their families.
Published: 06 August 2026