Breastfeeding boosts the bond between mum and baby

A new film shows that breastfeeding is not only nutritious, it’s a bonding activity, says Ailin Quinlan

FOR years, midwife Clare Boyle has been concerned about the low levels of breast-feeding in this country. A lactation consultant, who runs regular breast-feeding clinics, she has made a five-minute film, Love Breastfeeding, which focuses on seven mums and one dad.