When my sister informed me that she was having her second child, I immediately made the decision to provide my new nephew with my own breast milk.

I was devastated that I had to interrupt breastfeeding and that Willow would have to switch to artificial milk. Though I understood the risks of having a blood clot, I felt guilty that Willow wouldn't receive my milk anymore.

Bigger babies can sometimes have low blood sugar issues, so my daughters sugar levels were monitored before she was fed. I was prepared with colostrum just in case it was needed, so I felt calm and confident.

Breastfeeding is a highly emotive topic in the UK due to the trauma faced by many families who tried to breastfeed but couldn't succeed.