World Breastfeeding Week 2026
World Breastfeeding Week 1st-7th August 2026 celebrates the many benefits of breastfeeding and highlights the importance of providing parents with the support they need to make informed feeding choices.
Breastfeeding gives babies the nutrients they need to grow and develop while also offering health benefits for mothers. Every family’s feeding journey is unique, and whether you choose to breastfeed, formula feed or combine the two, support is available to help you make the decision that is right for you and your baby.
Breastfeeding can help protect babies from infections, support healthy growth and development, and encourage bonding between parent and baby. It can also provide long-term health benefits for mothers, including reducing the risk of certain cancers.
It is normal for breastfeeding to take time to establish, and many parents experience challenges in the early days. If you need advice or reassurance, you are not alone. Your midwife, health visitor and local infant feeding services are all available to provide guidance and support, and our practice team can help signpost you to local services if needed.
Above all, World Breastfeeding Week is about supporting families without judgement. Every parent wants the best for their child, and access to trusted information and compassionate support can help families feel confident throughout their feeding journey.
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This World Breastfeeding Week, we celebrate all parents and carers and recognise the important role they play in giving babies the best possible start in life.
Published on 3 August 2026