Breastfeeding support services 'failing mothers' due to cuts
by Nicola Davis from on (#3VPVB)
Campaign group finds at least 44% of local authority areas in England affected by recent cuts to breastfeeding services
New mothers across England are being failed as a result of cuts to local breastfeeding support services, campaigners say.
Breastfeeding is known to reduce the risk of infections and allergies as well as future obesity and diabetes for the baby, while benefits to mothers include a reduced risk of breast and ovarian cancer.