I think I will ask the community nurse today about a lactation consultant. I did meet with one before the birth, but then her daughter had a baby at the same time as I did so she wasn't around. I've heard from a few people they have found it very useful.

I am very much looking forward to mothers group too, it will be great to get together with other new mums and see how they are going. It's not about comparing for me, as I am so filled with amazing happiness everytime I look at DS, I just like to make sure things are "normal" as I am sure every new mum does.