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Last Updated: May 9, 2017 by Yael Breimer
The Making of a Mother
Amy Nelson, Yankton, South Dakota I physically became a mother nearly 18 years ago when my oldest daughter was born. Yet the mother I am today is nothing like the unsure 22-year-old I was when I first held… Read More
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Posted: March 21, 2017 by Yael Breimer
Toddler Tips: Preparing for a Family Vacation
“In a couple months, my family, which includes three children ages 11, 7, and 3, is going on vacation to a large resort/amusement park. I’m a little worried about keeping our youngest child safe in a new environment,… Read More
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Posted: February 14, 2017 by Yael Breimer
Why Breastfed Babies Wake During the Night
By Rita Brhel, Hastings, Nebraska The question “Does your baby sleep through the night?” is as old as the hills. Given that interrupted sleep is a major stressor for new parents, this question makes sense. The transition that happens… Read More
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Posted: February 7, 2017 by Yael Breimer
Mothering Lessons I’ve Learned So Far
Jean Merrill, Maryland Isn’t it fantastically therapeutic to brainstorm with other like-minded mothers traveling down the same bumpy mothering road? That mother-to-mother sharing of ideas is profoundly valuable. You troubleshoot together, take what works for you, your baby… Read More
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Posted: January 24, 2017 by Yael Breimer
Staying Home: Perceived Free Time
“My days are full as I stay at home to care for my three-year-old and six-month-old children. Now that my youngest is past the newborn stage, I feel as if I’m in a really good place as far… Read More
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Posted: January 10, 2017 by Yael Breimer
Looking Back: The Time of Our Lives
Sandi Cianciola, Ohio Originally published in January/February 1983 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 1985. New Beginnings continued to… Read More
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Posted: November 8, 2016 by Yael Breimer
What I Wish I Knew About Breastfeeding the First Time Around
By Kendra Atkins-Boyce, Portland, Oregon I knew all about breastfeeding before I really understood that breasts could have another function besides nourishing an infant. My aunt was a lactation consultant and La Leche League Leader. My mother nursed… Read More
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Last Updated: October 25, 2016 by Yael Breimer
Newborns: A Quick Look at Keeping Up Energy, Connection, and Milk Supply
Allyson Wessells, Columbus, Ohio Maintaining energy, connection, and milk supply with a newborn is a fine balance. In the early days, energy is hopefully replenished with sleep and nutritious meals while others help with cooking, cleaning, and laundry…. Read More
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Posted: September 20, 2016 by Yael Breimer
Looking Back: It All Comes Out in the Wash
Marilyn Stilley, Tulsa, Oklahoma Originally published in January/February 1973 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 1985. New Beginnings continued… Read More
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Last Updated: September 13, 2016 by Yael Breimer
Why is Mothering Lonely When We are Never Alone?
A Look at Baby Blues and Building a Mothering Community. Jean Merrill, Maryland Who would have thought that motherhood could feel so lonely despite being surrounded by little ones all the time? It is a conundrum: wanting to… Read More
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