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Breastfeeding specialist wins RCM Annual Midwifery Award

Leigh-Ann Johnstone was awarded the prize for Maternity Support Worker of the Year in the Royal College of Midwives' Annual Midwifery Awards.

In her role as Breastfeeding Support Service Assistant at Wishaw General Hospital, Leigh-Ann visits the mothers of all the babies admitted to the neonatal unit to give them information on the importance of breast milk, allowing them a fully informed choice about feeding.

She also provides support to help them start and sustain lactation and remains in touch with parents after the baby leaves hospital to offer continuing support, regardless of their feeding choice.

Leigh-Ann said: "I'm absolutely delighted to receive this prestigious award. I feel very fortunate to support mothers and families and take great satisfaction knowing I have helped at such a vulnerable time in their lives."

Leigh-Ann Johnstone, holding her award, pictured with Royal College of Midwives' president Lesley Page.


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