ABM help and encourage the formation of breastfeeding support groups, and aim to advance the education of the public on the health benefits of breastfeeding, both intermediate and long-term. They are always happy to welcome new members. Counselling Raising awareness of the problem. The Cardiomyopathy Association provides information and support on cardiomyopathy for sufferers, their families and those in the medical profession. Contact a Family is a national charity providing help and advice for families caring for children with disabilities or special needs.
Local groups cover a range of special needs.
Over 300 are run nationally for parents whose children have a specific, sometimes rare disroder. Cruse Bereavement Care is the largest bereavement charity in the UK, with over 180 local branches. It offers help to people bereaved by death whatever their age, nationality or belief. Cruse also offers a newsletter and training courses for those who work with the bereaved. The National Childbirth Trust offers information and support in pregnancy, childbirth and early parenthood.