Week takes place from October 1 to 7, with a theme that focuses on supporting mothers and their babies from the early stages of pregnancy through to their breastfeeding journey. The HSE has published the Breastfeeding Action Plan Progress Report (2016-2023), highlighting the importance of breastfeeding in protecting babies against numerous illnesses and meeting their […]
Breastfeeding on the increase in Donegal
DONEGAL has the lowest rates of breastfeeding in Ireland and the world, according to the latest data from the HSE. Donegal is currently the only county in Ireland where less that 35% of mothers are breastfeeding their babies. Meanwhile, Ireland comes in last when mothers from Europe, Africa, Asia and America are ranked in […]