Support for every feeding journey

“In what was a really stressful time, Abigail gave me the confidence and skills to continue. I will always be grateful to her — I truly believe she saved our breastfeeding journey.”

Hi, I’m Abigail Ruffy.
I’m a midwife, IBCLC lactation consultant, antenatal educator, and hypnobirthing instructor.

I offer practical, compassionate guidance to support you through every stage of feeding your baby. My goal is to help you feel confident, calm, and empowered as you navigate your feeding journey — whether it’s your first time or you’re expanding your family.

With a blend of professional expertise and lived experience, I provide evidence-based support that’s tailored to your unique needs, so you can focus on what matters most: nurturing your baby and yourself.

Based in Margate, supporting families across Thanet, Canterbury, Whitstable, Herne Bay, and surrounding areas.

Here for You

If you’d like to talk about how I can support you, please reach out — I’m happy to answer questions before booking.

abigailibclc@gmail.com

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About Me

I’m Abigail Ruffy — a midwife, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), antenatal educator, hypnobirthing instructor, and mother.

I am fully insured and registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC), Royal College of Nursing (RCN), and the Lactation Consultants of Great Britain, as well as holding IBCLC certification.
This means you can feel confident you’re receiving safe, accountable, and highly skilled support.

I am also currently training to become a Birth Trauma Resolution Practitioner, expanding the support I can offer to parents who have experienced difficult or distressing birth journeys.

My Approach

My own experiences as both a midwife and a mother have shaped the way I work:
a blend of evidence-based knowledge with empathy, calm, and reassurance.

I support every feeding journey, with respect for your choices and your family’s needs:

Gentle and baby-led care
LGBTQ+ inclusive
Trauma-informed support
No judgement — ever
Your goals at the centre

Whether you’re breastfeeding, combination feeding, expressing, bottle-feeding, or figuring out what works best for you — I will walk alongside you with practical guidance and compassionate encouragement.

My role is to help you feel confident, heard, and supported, so you can focus on what matters most:
connecting with and nurturing your baby.

Qualifications & Memberships

Registered Midwife — NMC
Royal College of Nursing (RCN) Member
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
Lactation Consultants of Great Britain Member
Birth Trauma Resolution Practitioner — in training

A pregnant woman in a grey dress standing indoors with her hands resting on her belly, in front of wooden doors.

I’m attending the Make Birth Better Birth Trauma Training Programme — deepening my understanding of how trauma can affect both families and those who care for them.
This work matters because birth experiences stay with us all — pare

Breastfeeding isn’t always easy — but it is worth it.
Every feed is an act of love, connection, and strength.

Beyond nourishment, breastfeeding supports your baby’s immune system, promotes healthy growth, and can even reduce the r

New Training Announcement

I’m pleased to share that I’ve begun training as a Birth Trauma Resolution Practitioner.

Birth trauma can affect anyone who was present in the birth room — not only the birthing person, but also partners

Breastfeeding and being unwell

It’s that season again — sniffles, coughs, and colds seem to be everywhere.
If you’re breastfeeding and feeling under the weather, here’s the good news: you can keep feeding your baby.

Your bod

We often talk about the benefits of breastfeeding — antibodies, immunity, bonding.

But we don’t talk enough about the emotions.
The quiet pride.
The exhaustion.
The tears that come out of nowhere.
The fierce protectiveness that takes you

Exciting news

My new website is live!
www.breastfeedingwithabigail.co.uk

I have created this space to share how I can support you on your feeding journey — whether you’re preparing during pregnancy or navigating those early days with y

💛 Your Baby’s Tummy in the First Week 💛

It’s amazing how tiny a newborn’s tummy really is!

⭐ On day 1, it’s about the size of a cherry — holding just 5–7ml.
⭐ By day 3, it’s around a walnut — 22&nda

🌟 Breastfeeding Fact of the week:
Did you know that breast milk changes based on your baby’s needs?

Your body adjusts the composition of your milk depending on your baby’s age, time of day, and even if they’re fighting off an illn

✨ Friday night check-in ✨

Hey lovely people — I’m back offering breastfeeding support across Kent 💛

If you're preparing for baby, just starting your journey, or things aren’t going as smoothly as you'd hoped — I’m her

🔥 Breastfeeding in a Heat Wave? Here’s What You Need to Know

Breast milk is amazing — it adjusts to meet your baby’s hydration needs, even in hot weather. But you need care too. 💧

✅ Tips for breastfeeding in the heat:

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What is an IBCLC?

IBCLC stands for International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. It is the highest level of qualification in breastfeeding and human lactation support worldwide.

To become an IBCLC, practitioners complete extensive training in lactation science, clinical practice, and ethics, followed by a rigorous international exam. IBCLCs must also keep their certification up to date with ongoing education and re-certification every 5 years.

As an IBCLC, I provide expert, evidence-based support for all aspects of infant feeding — from getting started with breastfeeding, to overcoming challenges, to supporting parents who choose to express or bottle-feed.

Most importantly, an IBCLC is trained to listen, guide, and work alongside families in a way that respects their goals and circumstances.