La Leche League of South Bend

Just because the next two Tuesdays fall on holidays doesn't mean we need to go cold turkey from LLL camaraderie! Tama's kids are continuing their adorable holiday tradition of throwing a party for LLL mamas, babies, and children next Friday. They will have toddler-friendly games, snacks and an art project. Partners, siblings, friends and relatives are also welcome! If you find yourself needing breastfeeding support, Leaders and other mothers will be on hand to lend an ear. Friday, December 28 at 11am River Park Branch Library 2022 Mishawaka Avenue South Bend, Indiana 46615

We've all seen breastfeeding used as the scapegoat for many issues with our babies and children--how do we stay strong in the face of doubts, particularly when we're sleep-deprived? There are as many sleep philosophies and set-ups as there are babies. Come share ideas of what has worked for your family, struggles you face, and an open heart for commiseration. This week we will also talk about how to dispel common breastfeeding myths and misconceptions, particularly as they relate to sleep, while staying confident in our parenting choices. We have several books in the LLL library you may want to check out, Dr. McKenna's "Sleeping with Your Baby: A Parent's Guide to Cosleeping, Whether You Do It Occasionally or Every Night, Do It Safely" and Dr. Sears's "Nighttime Parenting: How to Get Your Baby and Child to Sleep." We're looking forward to hearing about your sleep triumphs and challenges, as well as  your breastfeeding questions, co...

Yes, there is a meeting tonight, Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 7 pm at River Park Branch library.  Come share your stories - how do you feel about becoming a mother and the choices you have made?  Perhaps you have mixed feelings of loving every day while hating some of the moments of motherhood. Wondering if you have made the right choice to stay home or go back to work?  Bring baby along and any questions you have as well. painting by Salvador Dali

Believe it or not, December begins tomorrow, so our monthly playgroup is coming up next week! Please join us on Tuesday at the Main Library in downtown South Bend--we have reserved the Humphreys room in the basement where there is plenty of room for crawlers to crawl, big kids to play, and mamas and babies to cuddle, nurse, and chat. The lovely and friendly Olivia (mama to Victoria and Dagny) has agreed to act as host so that you'll know you're in the right spot! Feel free to bring toys to share or pop upstairs to borrow books and toys. And those of you with tiny babes or babes still in utero, please know that this playgroup is for you too! Support from other mothers is what we're all about:) Tuesday, December 4 between 10 and noon 304 South Main Street  South Bend, Indiana 46601  http://www.sjcpl.org/main/ Humphreys Multimedia Room:  http://www.sjcpl.org/meetingrooms/

Thinking about starting solids? Dealing with a picky toddler or preschooler? Wondering about how best to care for your own nutritional needs as a nursing mother? At next week's meeting we'll share ideas for introducing first foods and encouraging nutritious eating for ourselves and our children.  We'll start with our 15 minute video about baby-led solids, and then move into our meeting. As always, we will have room for  your breastfeeding questions, concerns, and successes. We're looking forward to seeing you at 10am on Tuesday, November 27th Women's Care Center 360 N. Notre Dame Ave. (where it intersects with La Salle Ave.) South Bend, Indiana 46617

This week we'll share our ideas about dealing with the holidays as parents of young ones. Do you have tips for fielding family questions/opinions about parenting and breastfeeding choices? Traveling with babies and children? Keeping ourselves and our kids healthy in the midst of cookies and germs?  Trying to maintain some semblance of routine amongst the craziness? Of course we will always have time for concerns you might have and insights you'd like to share, along with general chatting, support, and  library perusal. We're looking forward to seeing you at  10am* Tuesday, November 20 Sunnyside Presbyterian Church 115 S. Frances St. South Bend, IN 46617 And save the date for next week's meeting at Women's Care Center about Starting Solids and Family Nutrition! *Our Leaders may be a bit this month late--sorry!! p.s. This is where we were nursing today, how about you?

Come join in the meeting Tuesday Nov. 13 at 7 pm , River Park Branch library.  The holidays are approaching and this can mean traveling and time with relatives.  Do you have any tips to share about traveling and nursing a little one or tips on how to respond to your well meaning relatives when they ask again, "When do you plan on weaning?" Feel free to bring other questions or concerns with you, along with your little one.