Two new breastfeeding counsellors have joined the NCT Basingstoke team.

Grace Weeks and Daniella Nimcevic recently qualified and will now help support parents in the area.

They were able to complete their training thanks to the Strengthening Communities grant from Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council.

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Daniella and Grace at Bumps and Babies in Brookvale Village Hall (Image: Hampshire BFC) Mindy Noble, an NCT breastfeeding counsellor, said: "It is fantastic news for Basingstoke parents that we have two new breastfeeding counsellors to support local mums and babies with all aspects of feeding their babies.

"We have been running free support in Brookvale since 2011, and have helped thousands of local parents.

"Having Grace and Daniella join our team will enable us to continue supporting local mums in the future."

Newly qualified counsellor Daniella said: "I have seen first-hand how vital the support from the Basingstoke NCT team is when they supported me with both of my babies.

"Ever since, I wanted to qualify as a breastfeeding counsellor and support local parents in the same way."

Grace added: "I got so much support from the Basingstoke breastfeeding counsellors with both of my children and I feel it's important to give back to the community so it is great to have been able to train with the Strengthening Communities grant."

To book a free appointment, visit the Hampshire Breastfeeding Counselling Facebook page or email the team at hantsbf@gmail.com.