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  • Breast reduction (male)

    Find out about male breast reduction surgery, a procedure for men with large breasts (gynaecomastia). The page covers NHS availability, cost, finding a qualified surgeon, the procedure, and what to do if things go wrong.

  • Breast reduction (female)

    Find out about female breast reduction, including how much it costs, what to consider before deciding to have it, finding a suitably qualified surgeon, what the procedure involves, and what to do if things go wrong.

  • Breast enlargement (implants)

    Find out about breast enlargement (breast augmentation), including how much breast implants cost, how to choose a qualified and experienced surgeon, what the procedure involves and what to do if things go wrong.

  • How to breastfeed

    Learn how to breastfeed and get support with breastfeeding.

  • Breastfeeding problems

    Get help with common problems like sore nipples and breast pain.

  • Breastfeeding and lifestyle

    Advice on breastfeeding and diet, smoking, drinking and work.

  • Your breastfeeding questions answered

    Find answers to breastfeeding questions such as, "How often should I feed my newborn?" and "How long should I breastfeed for?" Plus, where to find help and support for breastfeeding.

  • Breastfeeding: the first few days

    Find out what to expect from breastfeeding in the first few days after birth, including what colostrum is, what happens when your milk 'comes in' and what the let-down reflex feels like.

  • Breastfeeding your premature baby

    Find out about breastfeeding your premature baby, including using expressed breast milk to start with before moving onto feeding them directly from the breast.

  • Breastfeeding: positioning and attachment

    Breastfeeding tips, including how to get your baby attached (latched on) properly at the breast, and getting comfortable when you're breastfeeding.