Kia Ora. My name is Vienna Sutherland. I grew up in Dunedin but now live on a sheep, beef and deer farm in Lee Stream, 40 minutes out of Dunedin. I live with my partner, two young children and lots of pets! Before having children I was a qualified early childhood teacher. I have always had a passion for working with whānau. After having two beautiful breastfeeding journeys, I am wanting to use my knowledge learnt through the WellSouth course to help support other māmā and pēpi on their feeding journeys, however that may look.
Peer Supporters are not medical professionals, but are volunteers trained to provide information and support through common challenges to the normal course of breastfeeding.