Australian Breastfeeding Association Hervey Bay Page

Australian Breastfeeding Association Hervey Bay Page Welcome to Australian Breastfeeding Association Hervey Bay. Counselling cannot be provided due to the lack of confidentiality and privacy on Facebook.

The purpose of this page is to keep you up-to-date on the latest happenings within our local group. Please call the Helpline on 1800 686 268 or you may also access support on our LiveChat option on our website: www.breastfeeding.asn.au

Mission
The Vision of the ABA is for breastfeeding to be recognised as important by all Australians and to be culturally normal. The Mission of the ABA is as Australia’s leading authority on breastfeeding, we support, educate and advocate for a breastfeeding inclusive society. Values of the ABA Hervey Bay Group are:
■ Mother-to-mother support
■ Skilled and loving parenting (in society)
■ Excellence and innovation in breastfeeding support
■ The wellbeing and diversity of our people
■ Cooperation and teamwork
■ Honest, open and respectful communication
■ Clear and transparent processes

The objective of the ABA Hervey Bay Group is to provide mothers with practical mother-to-mother support, enabling them to establish a loving relationship with their babies through breastfeeding, and educate the broader community that breastfeeding is normal.

08/09/2026

Did you know that our breastfeeding counsellors are here to help you, day or night? That's right, whether it's 5pm in the afternoon or 2am in the morning if you call 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268) support will be waiting for you. No question is too big or too small.

08/09/2026

Did you experience a large blood loss after giving birth?

Researchers from The University of Western Australia are inviting women who experienced a postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) to share their early postpartum care and breastfeeding experiences through a short, anonymous online survey.

You may be eligible if you:

💜 Are aged 18 or over and live in Australia
💜 Experienced a postpartum haemorrhage within the past five years

The survey takes approximately 10 minutes, and your experience could help improve care and support for other women.

Complete the survey: https://redcap.link/PPH

08/09/2026
02/09/2026

Did you experience a low-lying placenta, placenta praevia or placenta accreta during pregnancy?

Researchers from The University of Western Australia are inviting women to share their experiences of early postpartum care and breastfeeding through a short, anonymous online survey.

You may be eligible if you:
💜 Are aged 18 or over and live in Australia
💜 Experienced a low-lying placenta, placenta praevia or placenta accreta within the past five years

The survey takes approximately 10 minutes to complete, and your experience could help improve care and support for other women.

Complete the survey: https://redcap.link/PPH.

Childers Group have their catch up on this Thursday also.
02/09/2026

Childers Group have their catch up on this Thursday also.

Thursday 3rd September come and get support and tips for Breastfeeding beyond 12 months. 10am-12pm Isis Child and Family Support building 14 Hinkler Street Childers

30/08/2026

Our member magazine, Essence, features the mum2mum column - a space for mothers to share their stories and help others feel informed, supported and connected.

For our January 2027 edition, we’re seeking stories about learning to breastfeed in public. What helped you feel more comfortable? What did you learn along the way? Share your experiences, practical tips and suggestions with other mothers navigating this milestone.

Please email your submission to '[email protected]' by Friday 9 October 2026.

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22 Charles Street, Pialba
Hervey Bay, QLD
4655

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