Trusted Parenting Resources & Support Directory

Tavistock & Devon

Finding the right support can be time-consuming, so I’ve compiled a list of trusted resources for breastfeeding, bottle feeding, pelvic and physical health, perinatal mental and emotional well-being, and nutrition.

While many are national, the focus is on local support available in Tavistock and surrounding areas, Devon.

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Midwife and Health Visitor

  • NHS Midwife and Health Visitor

    They can provide support with feeding, you can ask if they could do a home visit. 

    Devon - you might be referred to specialist health visitors through Latch and Attach if you need further support.

    Plymouth - you might be referred to the Infant Feeding team if you need further support.

  • Independent/Private Midwife

    You may have an independent or private midwife and you can ask about their training and experience with infant feeding.

    Locally, we have Mel Downie - The Southwest Indie Midwife

Breastfeeding Support Groups

Private Support

National Support - Online and Telephone

Antenatal Classes

  • Association of Breastfeeding Mothers

    Association of Breastfeeding Mothers have an online course which helps you understand what to expect with breastfeeding. It is also designed for you to do with the people who will be your supporters - your partner/family/friends - so they know what to expect and how to best help you:


    Team Baby Online Course - ABM

  • La Leche League Devon

    La Leche League Devon and Cornwall often run free online courses to help you prepare for breastfeeding - check their facebook page for dates:
    Facebook - La Leche League Devon and Cornwall: Breastfeeding Support
    Not in Devon or Cornwall? La Leche League are a national organisation so check your local area here.

  • Antenatal Plus: Breastfeeding in Focus

    Antenatal Plus: Breastfeeding in Focus is my own antenatal group - a series of 3 workshops going into more detail about breastfeeding and giving you the opportunity to connect with other women in a small group:


    Antenatal Plus - find out more here

Social Media (Trusted Sources)

Pelvic and Physical Health

Perinatal Mental Health

Nutrition