Partners in Parenting and Breastfeeding

For all families, a supportive husband, partner, co-parent, or family member can make a huge difference in breastfeeding outcomes. When a breastfeeding parent and child have support at home, many times they can more easily reach their nursing… Read More

Loving My Baby, at Peace With My Breasts

by Rhiannon G. My breasts are large. My breasts make it hard for me to run, hard to do jumping jacks. Sometimes it is hard to find clothes – I have to size up in the chest, and… Read More

LLLove Letter: The Benefits of Any Amount of Breastmilk

Dear Reader, If you’ve found yourself in a situation where you are unable to exclusively breastfeed and/or breastfeed for as long as you wanted to, for whatever reason, I hope this letter encourages you. Whether you’re pregnant sooner… Read More

Resource Spotlight: Breastfeeding and Divorce

Divorce or separation from a spouse is a difficult situation for any family, but for breastfeeding and pumping parents, there are additional considerations and challenges. La Leche League Leaders and local Groups are prepared to support you with… Read More

New Beginnings Needs Writers!

Dear Readers, New Beginnings is seeking contributors and stories, especially for our upcoming National Breastfeeding Month blogs! We are currently still in need of posts for Indigenous Milk Medicine Week, Workplace Lactation Week, and Deaf and Hard of… Read More