Yorkshire and Humber Infant Feeding Awards Evening 2026

The aim of this event is to celebrate individuals and organisations that have been exceptional in supporting women through the life critical stage of feeding their babies when they were born. This award would help to normalise discussions around infant feeding in the society.

Infant feeding continues to be an important stage of a baby’s life and the parents. Whether the mother is breastfeeding, formula feeding or a combination of both, education and physical support is critical. Parents need education to understand the benefits, challenges and support available for all types of feeding methods. Critical stages such as pregnancy and immediately after birth, and mothers’ personal circumstances, determines how they feed their baby. Building in support for mothers at all stages would ensure that they make informed decisions.

How we feed our baby may have an impact on the mother and baby’s health, the environment, the mothers career progression and the economy. So, we are privileged to have you join us in celebrating all the nominees and the winners.

 

The event will feature inspiring speakers, prestigious awards, a delightful three-course meal, refreshing drinks, and networking opportunities. The evening will commence at 17:00, followed by guest speakers and food service from 18:00.

 

We will be operating a bar to allow purchase of additional drinks from 5.00 - 8.15pm. This bar is cashless - only card payments will be accepted.

 

Menu Options

Starters -

Sun blushed Red Pepper and Onion Bruschetta with Baby Leaf Salad, Pesto and Balsamic Dressing

or

Confit of Duck Salad with Balsamic Glazed Vegetables

 

Mains -

Classic Cumberland Sausage Ring, Creamy Leek Mash, Buttered Garden Peas with a Smoked Bacon and Red Wine Gravy

or

Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto with White Wine Reduction, Parmesan, Croutons, Truffle Oil and a Baby Watercress Salad

 

Desserts -

Sticky Toffee Pudding with Salted Caramel and Creme Anglaise

or

White Chocolate and Berry Trifle topped with Roasted Almonds and served with Homemade Shortbread

 

All vegetarian options can be made vegan on request.

Please get in touch if you require Gluten Free, Halal, or other dietary requirements.

 

Optional Donation

Thank you for your donation. It will enable us to:

 

1. Buy breast pumps to loan to mothers who need it and cannot afford it
2. Pay for two in-depth sessions on infant feeding for pregnant women. These sessions will ensure that women have a full understanding of the different methods of feeding, its benefits, challenges and where to get support
3. We also intend to by a gazebo that can be used in public events which will provide a safe and comfortable environment for breastfeeding mothers. This would minimise isolation and mental health because of lack of appropriate places to breastfeed in public events.