La Leche League of South Bend

It is with great sadness that we have learned that Viola Lennon, co-Founder of La Leche League International and co-author of The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding, passed away peacefully in the Chicago area on Friday, January 22. Service and memorial details will be made available as soon as possible on the LLLI web page. Viola Lennon was born in 1923. She credits her mother with having the strongest influence on her philosophy of breastfeeding and mothering, saying, “My mother portrayed breastfeeding as an enjoyable experience that brings you close to your baby.” In 1951, Viola married William (Bill) Lennon with whom she had ten children. Edwina Froehlich, Viola’s friend from college, invited her to a meeting at the home of Mary White’s home in 1956, and she quickly joined the others. In 1972, Viola took on the important role of Chairman of the LLLI Board of Directors, a position she held for five years. During this time, she helped guide the LLLI Board in the formalization of the policie...

Parenting 101: Where to find breastfeeding support in South Bend

Have a baby sling and not sure how to use it? This Monday the 18th at 10:30 we will be meeting at the River Park Branch Library meeting room for demonstrations and help with this sometimes complicated art. We're still waiting for confirmation on the room but we have a back up in case we are rejected, so keep a look out for any changes posted on the blog. Bring your own sling or try some of the other types that will be there. If you have experience in baby wearing, even if it's only one kind of carrier, please consider joining us to share your techniques:) *UPDATE* 1/14/10 The River Park Library room has been confirmed. Hope to see you all there!