South Somerset District Council, NHS Somerset and Yeovil
children's centres will be launching the new directory for Yeovil
in the next couple of weeks.
The guide has been created in response to comments from new
mothers that breastfeeding in public can be daunting, and feedback
that some had been asked to leave premises.
Venues in the town were contacted to ask whether they welcome
breastfeeding mothers and whether they would display a sticker in
the window to make this clear.
Including cafes, restaurants, entertainment premises, sports
centres and more, the guide also indicates whether there are high
chair facilities, children's menus, baby changing and pram access
in each venue.
The guide is available at children's centres, antenatal classes
and at South Somerset District Council offices, or click on the
link below for a electronic version. It is also hoped that the
leaflet will be included in the bounty packs for new mums when in
hospital.