CROYDON BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT DIONNE GROGAN IBCLC

INTERNATIONAL BOARD CERTIFIED LACTATION CONSULTANT

BA (HONS) PSYCHOLOGY WITH EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES, RN PAEDIATRICS, HEALTH VISITOR

MINDFUL BREASTFEEDING PRACTITIONER

I'm a lactation consultant, living in Sanderstead. I have been supporting families to breastfeed their babies since 2010. As an infant feeding specialist I aim to support all mothers on their journey from pregnancy and beyond. At Drops of Gold, I am dedicated to empowering mothers with comprehensive knowledge about breastfeeding, starting from the antenatal period and continuing throughout their entire experience. My goal is to provide mothers with the information they need to make informed decisions and instil confidence in their choices. I am committed to assisting mothers in achieving their feeding goals by offering continuous support and guidance, ensuring they have the necessary resources every step of the way.

I provide infant feeding support in Croydon and surrounding areas including Beckenham, Bromley, Orpington, Westerham, Banstead, Sutton.

FEEDING SUPPORT

Hi I’m Dionne

I am a breastfeeding specialist in private practice and also work in the NHS in an infant feeding strategic role for children's community services. Additionally, I serve as a Trustee for a charity dedicated to community-based breastfeeding support drop-in groups.
As a registered paediatric nurse & health visitor, with a background in neonatal intensive care, I bring a wealth of experience to my role. I am also a mother of two daughters, both of whom were breastfed. My last feeding journey concluded in June 2023 when my daughter was 3.5 years old. Despite the inevitable ups and downs and initial difficulties, I have found breastfeeding to be one of the most rewarding aspects of my parenting journey.
One of the most challenging aspects of my job is meeting parents who have been struggling without adequate support, leading to the premature end of their breastfeeding journey before reaching their intended goals.

WHAT IS AN IBCLC?

An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) holds the highest-regarded professional qualification in specialised breastfeeding knowledge, supporting, protecting, and promoting breastfeeding. IBCLCs are knowledgeable in all areas of lactation and provide evidence-based information to support both basic and complex breastfeeding challenges. They assist mothers and families with issues such as latch difficulties, milk supply concerns, and infant feeding problems, ensuring the health and well-being of both mother and baby.

IBCLCs are regulated by The International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) and are required to re-certify every five years, working within a code of professional conduct. For more information, visit IBLCE