Feeding

Breastfeeding, bottle feeding and weaning

Breastfeeding your baby

There are lots of benefits to breastfeeding, if you can and choose to. There is support available if you need it.

Bottle feeding your baby

Tips for bottle feeding your baby, whether you’re using expressed breast milk or infant formula.

Weaning your baby

How to introduce food to your baby. Sings your baby is ready, weaning styles, stages and safety.

Breastfeeding positions for nursing your baby or toddler

There are lots of ways you can breastfeed. You can try different feeding positions to see what works best for you and your baby.

When to feed your baby

Whether you’re using breast or bottle, you can try responsive feeding. This is where you watch for signs your baby is hungry.

Combining breastfeeding and bottle feeding

If you are breastfeeding or chestfeeding, you might also use a bottle with formula, expressed breastmilk or both.

Coping with night-time feeds

Feeding a baby during the night can be hard at times, but you can take some steps to make it feel easier or find support.