Breastfeeding Reassurance Check

A gentle check-in to help you feel confident that feeding is going well. No judgement, just support.

This check cannot confirm that your baby is well or getting enough milk. If you are worried, contact your midwife, health visitor or GP. For urgent concerns, call NHS 111; call 999 if your baby will not wake or is struggling to breathe.

How old is your baby?

Wet Nappies

Is your baby having wet nappies?

Regular Feeds

Is your baby feeding at least 8 times in 24 hours, including whenever they show feeding cues?

Alertness

When awake, is your baby responsive, and can you wake them for feeds? Newborns sleep a lot, but being unusually difficult to wake needs urgent attention.

Weight Checks

Has your baby been weighed as advised, with another check arranged if needed?

Swallowing

Can you hear or see your baby swallowing during feeds?

Breastfeeding Support

If you need help or just want to talk to someone, these services are here for you:

National Breastfeeding Helpline
0300 100 0212 (24 hours a day)
Association of Breastfeeding Mothers
0300 330 5453
La Leche League GB
0345 120 2918
Your Health Visitor or Midwife
They can arrange home visits if needed

NHS: is my baby getting enough milk? NHS: signs of serious illness

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