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The Benefits of Breastfeeding for You and Your Baby

Breastfeeding is considered by many to be the most natural and healthy way for a mother to feed their newborn. Aside from all the health benefits breastfeeding offers, it also plays an important part in deepening the bond between mother and baby. This week is National...

Best Practices for Managing a Safe Return to Work

Now that a return to work is imminent throughout many sectors in Ireland, employers are once again obliged to make certain that their employees are safe at all times. The main difference is that embracing the best hygienic practices is now more important than ever...

Decontamination Unit Operative

O'Flynn Medical is seeking applications for the role of Decontamination Unit Operative This is a full-time position with an immediate start available This position involves working at the in-house Decontamination Unit based in Macroom, processing equipment for...

What is a Bariatric Bed and Choosing the Best One

What is a Bariatric Bed? What is a bariatric bed, and how do you choose the best one to suit your needs? A bariatric bed is an extra heavy-duty bed that is designed to comfortably and safely accommodate large individuals in clinics, hospitals, homes, and...

Taking Care of the Vulnerable At Home – Industry Insights

The COVID-19 Pandemic has thrown up a series of problems. The general public are now more careful than ever when it comes to hygiene and safety, especially when it comes to the older and more at-risk members of our families. These people have suffered more than most,...

Expert Roundup – The Benefits of Using Breast Pumps

Mums are using breast pumps at home than ever before and the benefits are clear to see. In fact, we have seen a considerable increase in breastfeeding during lockdown especially, with the number of mothers breastfeeding their baby nearly doubling in Ireland....

Breastfeeding Your Baby When Returning to the Office

Lockdown is beginning to ease in Ireland and many new mums are returning to the office, which is an exciting time. But it may also raise some challenges too, particularly when it comes to breastfeeding. Working from home has meant many new mums have been able to...

BabyDam – An Ideal Solution for Newborns

All of the joy and love surrounding the birth of a newborn, especially if it’s your first, comes with its challenges as well. Whether it’s learning to breastfeed or the inability to get a good night’s sleep, there’s a lot to consider for new parents. One area that...

Where to Buy Medical Equipment Online

Are you wondering where to buy medical equipment online? O'Flynn Medical is a leading provider of medical equipment in Ireland. Our expert service was recognised when we were crowned Cork's 'Company of The Year' in 2019. We have extensive experience in the supply of...

Breastfeeding Tips for New Mothers

Correct breastfeeding tips and advice are an important start to a new mother’s journey. Because of the nutritional benefits, it is important that mothers should breastfeed their newborn babies exclusively for a period of 6 months and then continue breastfeeding...

Increase in Breastfeeding During Lockdown

With Ireland in a state of lockdown due to the pandemic and most European nations implementing restrictions of their own, one positive side effect of staying at home has been that the number of mothers breastfeeding their baby has nearly doubled in Ireland. Natural...

O’Flynn Medical Covid-19 Range

The Covid-19 pandemic of 2020 has placed an enormous amount of importance on public health and hygiene across all sectors. At O’Flynn Medical, we carry a full range of professional Covid-19 products that can help. We’ve been supplying medical equipment to hospitals,...

A Guide to Breastfeeding With Diabetes

Breastfeeding has a powerful effect on maternal metabolism, reducing energy expenditure while using up to 500 calories every day. You might imagine that those changes would bring their own insulin-related chaos, but the body is a skilled adapter that has evolved to...

Breast Pump Guidelines – Everything You Need To Know

We have put together a set of breast pump guidelines to help new mothers. Feeding on demand and being available for your baby 24/7 can be very draining. Breast pumps provide another way to continue providing breast milk for your baby. In these breast pump guidelines...

What is a Hospital Grade Electric Breast Pump and How Do I Get One?

A hospital grade electric breast pump is one of many terms a new mother will become aware of after giving birth. Being a new mother is an amazing time, but it comes with certain challenges, not least of which is the stress of trying to feed your new bundle of joy....