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A video for partners, families, whānau, aiga and other supporters who play a role in supporting and encouraging mums to breastfeed.
Source: Ministry of Health

The video covers:

  • the importance of support from partners and whānau
  • how to support breastfeeding mums
  • having the baby blues in the first few days
  • dealing with tiredness
  • establishing a breastfeeding routine
  • bond between mum and baby
  • time it takes to breastfeed
  • bond between baby and the family
  • where to go for breastfeeding help and support

You might like to check more content on breastfeeding including videos and key messages translated into 9 languages.

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