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Article: Breastfeeding support centre opens in Westville.(News)
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- Daily News (South Africa)
- Article date:
- January 30, 2008
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BYLINE: Barbara Cole
NEW moms battling to breastfeed their babies now have somewhere to go for help and support.
The country's first Baby Cafe has just opened in Westville, where mothers can call in on a Monday morning to get expert advice from an internationally-certified lactation consultant.
Moms-to-be can also pop in for advice and "to get them off to a good start".
"Breastmilk only comes in on the third day and moms are discharged from hospital on the first day. If they have difficulties breastfeeding, or feel isolated and don't know where to turn to for help, they are welcome to come to the Baby Cafe where they can also chat to ...