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What happens at a breastfeeding support group

Breastfeeding support groups take place all around Ireland.

You may find these helpful if you're:

  • pregnant and thinking about breastfeeding
  • new to breastfeeding and have questions
  • finding it hard to breastfeed and need advice
  • want to meet other mothers who are breastfeeding

At breastfeeding support groups, mothers at the same stage as you share advice and socialise.

You can also speak to a breastfeeding expert.

Find your local breastfeeding support group

Breastfeeding support in maternity hospitals and units

Some maternity hospitals and units offer:

  • postnatal clinics offering support to mothers and babies during the first 6 weeks
  • breastfeeding support clinics or groups

Online breastfeeding support groups

Online breastfeeding support groups are offered by voluntary organisations such as:

In some areas, public health nurses (PHNs) also provide online support groups. Check with your PHN if there is one in your area.

Getting breastfeeding off to a good start

What happens at a breastfeeding support group (video)

Catherine talks about how she got breastfeeding support during pregnancy (video)

Page last reviewed: 11 November 2025
Next review due: 11 November 2028