Taking Care of Jersey’s Health

Serving more than just meals. Meet Thyme Out West’s Halil Metushev HOW a passion for catering and customer service drives Halil Metushev’s role in the heart of Jersey’s new healthcare facilities.    The Enid Quenault Health and Wellbeing Centre stands as the first milestone in a transformative project reshaping healthcare across Jersey. The former Les … Read more Taking Care of Jersey’s Health

Women’s Health – Deputy Andy Howell updates on progress ahead of International Women’s Day

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As it is International Women’s Day tomorrow (Saturday 8 March), I would like to share the progress Jersey is making in addressing the health needs of women and girls. Over the past year, we have been listening to the voices of local women and girls through public consultations and meetings with professionals. We’ve gained invaluable … Read more Women’s Health – Deputy Andy Howell updates on progress ahead of International Women’s Day

Listening and Acting: Our Commitment to the Health and Wellbeing of Women and Girls     

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As Assistant Minister with responsibility for Women’s Health, I am proud to share the progress Jersey is making in addressing the health needs of women and girls. Over the past year, we have been listening to the voices of local women and girls—through our Women’s Health and Wellbeing Survey and consultations with professionals, we’ve gained … Read more Listening and Acting: Our Commitment to the Health and Wellbeing of Women and Girls     

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Returning to Work and Breastfeeding

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To mark International Breastfeeding week, Debra Hennessy, IBCLC, Family Nursing and Home Care (FNHC), and Deborah McCoy, Infant Feeding Specialist Midwife, Health for Community Services (HCS), have collaborated on a series of blog posts to celebrate the week. If you are returning to work soon, congratulations on keeping your feeding going this far! Many women … Read more Returning to Work and Breastfeeding

Common Breastfeeding Problems

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To mark International Breastfeeding week, Debra Hennessy, IBCLC, Family Nursing and Home Care (FNHC), and Deborah McCoy, Infant Feeding Specialist Midwife, Health for Community Services (HCS), have collaborated on a series of blog posts to celebrate the week. Many of the common problems experience in the early days of breastfeeding are caused by poor latch … Read more Common Breastfeeding Problems

Normal Newborn Behaviours

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To mark International Breastfeeding week, Debra Hennessy, IBCLC, Family Nursing and Home Care (FNHC), and Deborah McCoy, Infant Feeding Specialist Midwife, Health for Community Services (HCS), have collaborated on a series of blog posts to celebrate the week. Many of you reading this blog have most likely just entered the sometimes scary world of parenthood. … Read more Normal Newborn Behaviours

Getting off to a good start

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To mark International Breastfeeding week, Debra Hennessy, IBCLC, Family Nursing and Home Care (FNHC), and Deborah McCoy, Infant Feeding Specialist Midwife, Health for Community Services (HCS), have collaborated on a series of blog posts to celebrate the week. Breastfeeding will provide your baby with the best possible start in life. Breastmilk gives them the best … Read more Getting off to a good start

Close and Loving Relationships

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To mark International Breastfeeding week, Debra Hennessy, IBCLC, Family Nursing and Home Care (FNHC), and Deborah McCoy, Infant Feeding Specialist Midwife, Health for Community Services (HCS), have collaborated on a series of blog posts to celebrate the week. Did you know that every time you respond to your baby’s movements when they are tucked up … Read more Close and Loving Relationships

What’s in Breastmilk

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To mark International Breastfeeding week, Debra Hennessy, IBCLC, Family Nursing and Home Care (FNHC), and Deborah McCoy, Infant Feeding Specialist Midwife, Health for Community Services (HCS), have collaborated on a series of blog posts to celebrate the week. Have you ever wondered what your breastmilk is made up of?A lot more than you think!! Breastmilk … Read more What’s in Breastmilk