BiBs-Breastfeeding in the Borders - Family support directory
When support is available
Our BiBs peer support volunteers offer friendly support and practical advice with breastfeeding. The support provided is in addition to and complements the care received from NHS Borders Health Professionals We offer personal, friendly, one to one support: On the maternity ward, Over the phone (text/ phonecall), At one of our breastfeeding groups (various locations across the Scottish Borders)
Who qualifies
BiBs is for families living in Scottish Borders We support pregnant families who are thinking about breastfeeding and want to know more, and breastfeeding mothers needing some friendly advice, including mixed feeding.
More information
How does it Work? All breastfeeding women will be offered a Peer Supporter after birth; a volunteer will then contact you by phone or text to introduce themselves. You can then work out together what support you need and for how long. You can also meet or talk to a Peer Supporter before your baby arrives, just ask! We don’t mind if you change your mind! You can ask your community midwife or health visitor at any time if you decide that peer support is for you.
