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Posted: March 7, 2023 by Yael Breimer
Speaking Out About Postpartum Mood Disorders: From The New Beginnings Archives
By Rita Brhel, Nebraska Editor’s Note: Over the years, many “classic” New Beginnings articles were available through both the La Leche League USA and La Leche League International websites. As these websites have been updated, the availability of… Read More
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Last Updated: November 8, 2022 by Yael Breimer
Amanda’s Story: Birth, Breastfeeding And My Neurodivergent Child
Amanda Hartman, Winchester, Virginia My son is neurodivergent and had a rough start to life and breastfeeding, but with dedication, perseverance, and support he just self-weaned in August at a little over 3.5 years old. Our journey really… Read More
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Posted: February 15, 2022 by Yael Breimer
Looking Back: Born With A Clubfoot
Linda Shawcross, Colorado Editor’s Note: Published in the January-February 1982 issue of La Leche League News (originally from the Montana, Wyoming, Colorado LLL newsletter, Building Blocks). The first issue of La Leche League News, the bimonthly publication for members, was published in 1958. The name… Read More
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Posted: February 8, 2022 by Yael Breimer
Expectations
Erica Goehring, Washington, Pennsylvania I had always wanted to be a mother. I had explored the many details of pregnancy, babies, and parenting for years. I felt ready for the next chapter of the life my husband and… Read More
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Posted: October 12, 2021 by Yael Breimer
Justine’s Story: Meeting Breastfeeding Challenges As A Young Parent
Justine Najera, Fort Worth, Texas Breastfeeding was the only option for me. I grew up around it, and there was no stigma (about breastfeeding) in the town I grew up in. I saw my sister-in-law do it for… Read More
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Last Updated: March 31, 2021 by Yael Breimer
Results Of The COVID Mothers Study
Editor’s Note: From time to time, LLL USA shares information about research studies relating to breastfeeding/chestfeeding/human milk feeding. The researcher agrees to provide the results of the study in a reader-friendly format so that we can share it with… Read More
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Posted: May 26, 2020 by Yael Breimer
Donating Milk During A Pandemic
Human milk donation has long played an important role in saving the lives of infants, many of whom are preterm or otherwise medically fragile. This need remains during the COVID-19 pandemic, and organizations such as the Human Milk… Read More
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Posted: May 12, 2020 by Yael Breimer
I Didn’t Know
Danielle Heckel, Phoenix, Arizona “I need a picture of this,” I croak at my husband. He looks at me unable to hide his surprise, “Seriously? You want a picture of THIS?” It was an odd request, because I… Read More
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Posted: May 5, 2020 by Yael Breimer
Parenting and Breastfeeding Through COVID-19
Grace C., Texas Editor’s Note: The following is the journey of one family with COVID-19. LLL USA realizes that illnesses can come with many levels of severity and that COVID-19 may affect your family to a greater degree. We… Read More
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Last Updated: March 17, 2020 by Yael Breimer
Breastfeeding During Illness
You’re sick. You wonder if you should temporarily stop breastfeeding until you feel better. Should you continue to provide your expressed milk, or should you wait until you’re well? The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding (8th edition) clearly states:… Read More
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