A Day in the Life of a La Leche League Leader

By Kylie P. I looked over at the alarm clock at 5:01 a.m. on Christmas morning. Somehow, I was wide awake before my kids. I washed my face, put my hair up, and went to the living room…. Read More

My La Leche League Story

By Mary Ann A. Editor’s note: Recently, we received an email from a reader, Mary Ann, who wanted to share her experience with finding La Leche League meetings and becoming a Leader in 1973. We hope you enjoy… Read More

The Art of Breastfeeding (9th Edition) Available Now!

At New Beginnings, we are all excited to get our hands on and begin reading the newest edition of The Art of Breastfeeding (9th Edition), formerly known as The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding. Recently, I attended the La… Read More

What Happens at a La Leche League Meeting?

New Beginnings encourages families to connect with La Leche League Groups near them and through online meet-ups as well. Community support is so helpful in breastfeeding, chestfeeding, parenting, and beyond. Wondering what to expect at a meeting? We… Read More

Reaching Out For Help: How La Leche League Leaders Provide Support

Have you ever wondered what happens when you contact a La Leche League Leader for information? Love A., a Leader with the Durham, North Carolina, La Leche League Group, shared a recent email interaction (with permission) that she… Read More

Spotlight On La Leche League Resources: LLL USA Information Pages

Did you know that the support and information that La Leche League offers, whether online or in person, is free? There is no charge to attend a Group meeting or to speak with a Leader. The La Leche… Read More

Tips For Attending In-Person La Leche League Meetings

Many La Leche League USA Groups are beginning to hold in-person meetings again after meeting virtually over the past couple years due to the pandemic. Since in-person meetings have been suspended for a while, many parents haven’t yet… Read More

La Leche League USA Meetings and Events Update

Sara’s baby is four weeks old, and Sara is exhausted. Sara is still trying to adjust to frequent night waking and wonders if it’s time to let her partner take over nighttime feedings so she can get more… Read More

Virtual Support: Attending Online La Leche League Meetings

For nearly a year, La Leche League meetings have been offered exclusively online. La Leche League Leaders have shifted the welcoming and informative atmosphere of in-person meetings to a virtual format, striving to meet the needs of parents… Read More

Hard Things Get Better

Jessica Santini-Levenhagen, Grand Forks, North Dakota Editor’s Note: This essay was originally published in the Fall 2020 edition of Northern LLLights, the Area Newsletter for La Leche League of MN/Das. When my second son, Holden, was born in… Read More