Lismore’s branch of the Australian Breastfeeding Association run educational classes for new mothers. They are run by volunteers mothers in small, intimate groups.
Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan recently announced $3,240 to help the group with training costs.
“This is an important group in our community run by hardworking mothers,” Mr Hogan said.
“I am pleased to have secured funding to help cover training and fuel costs to enable the volunteers to travel around our region.”
“The group is an important support network to share experiences, learn from others, make friends and speak with counsellors.”
“Supporting training costs help them to complete their certificates and encourages more volunteering in the community.”
For more information, email them at abalismore@gmail.com, visit their website at breastfeeding.asn.au/local/nsw/lismore-nsw, or find them on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/ABAlismore. They also have a national, 24/7 hotline on 1800 686 268
