Big Latch On

For more information about participating in the Big Latch On or coordinating a venue go to www.biglatchon.org.nz

Event details:

• The Big Latch On is on Friday, August 5 2011 with the countdown at 10.30 am
• To find a venue near you (there are over 120 around the country) go to www.biglatchon.org.nz or email isis@womens-health.org.nz call 09 520 5295 or 021442450
• The Big Latch On is in its seventh year and has enjoyed increasing community support with 1514 babies latched on and feeding at last year’s event.
• We’re aiming to break this record again this year!
• Over 120 venues nationwide are already registered.

Why a Big Latch On?

• To celebrate breastfeeding mums and babies
• To promote the benefits of breastfeeding for babies, mums and society at large
• To send a message that breastfeeding anytime, anyplace, anyhow is ok, and to provide a safe space for mums to try breastfeeding in public for the first time