Ely Milks

General information

Ely MILKS provides information and support for Mums who are breastfeeding. We believe choosing to breastfeed your baby is one of the most positive decisions you can make for your child’s health and development.

We know that breastfeeding is the natural and normal way to feed a baby but we also know that it can be challenging at times. Every woman’s breastfeeding experience is different but most women agree that the support of other women who have breastfed is very valuable.

Ely MILKS is a small charity run by local ladies who have, or are currently breastfeeding. We passionately believe that every woman should be given the help and support to choose to breastfeed and keep breastfeeding if problems arise.

The Ely MILKS support group meets once a week. The group is led by Sarah Oakley, a Lactation Consultant. Sarah is supported by a breastfeeding counsellor and peer supporters.

If you are unable to attend one of our groups, but need advice and support, the following organisations have helplines, staffed by Breastfeeding Counsellors:

National Breastfeeding Helpline - 0300 100 0212
ABM (Association of Breastfeeding Mothers) - 0300 330 5453
NCT Breastfeeding Helpline - 0300 330 0771
La Leche League - 0845 120 2918

We support other local not for profit organisations who support breastfeeding and share our ethos, and we may from time to time, collaborate with them, although we reserve the right to refuse requests.