Mireya Gonzalez, Los Angeles, California Editor’s Note: Native Breastfeeding Week is celebrated during August, beginning with the second Sunday of the month. This year Native Breastfeeding Week occurs August 9-15. According to the Native Breastfeeding Week Facebook page,… Read More
Last Updated: August 13, 2020 by Yael Breimer Leave a Comment
Native Breastfeeding Week: Restoring Indigenous Breastfeeding In My Family Lineage
Mireya Gonzalez, Los Angeles, California Editor’s Note: Native Breastfeeding Week is celebrated during August, beginning with the second Sunday of the month. This year Native Breastfeeding Week occurs August 9-15. According to the Native Breastfeeding Week Facebook page,… Read More
Posted: August 4, 2020 by Yael Breimer Leave a Comment
Seven Ways To Celebrate World Breastfeeding Week
World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) is recognized each year from August 1-7. This year’s theme is “Support breastfeeding for a healthier planet.” Over the years, La Leche League has often shared the environmentally friendly aspects of breastfeeding. The La… Read More
Posted: July 28, 2020 by Yael Breimer Leave a Comment
Out of the Mouths of Nurslings
Our readers’ clever nurslings are back with more sage advice and witty remarks in this edition of Out of the Mouths of Nurslings. Enjoy! Grace recalls the time her daughter offered up a theory about Grace’s milk supply:… Read More
Posted: July 21, 2020 by Yael Breimer Leave a Comment
LLL USA Events Continue Virtually
La Leche League USA is excited to share the virtual events planned for the summer and fall! Even though the pandemic has prevented in-person events, there are lots of excellent online opportunities to gather information and connect with other breastfeeding/chestfeeding… Read More
Posted: July 14, 2020 by Yael Breimer Leave a Comment
Looking Back: Back To The Breast
Chris Popejoy, Montrose, Iowa Originally published in the July-August 1978 issue of La Leche League News. Editor’s Note: The first issue of La Leche League News, the bimonthly publication for members, was published in 1958. The name changed to New Beginnings in… Read More
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