In 2021 La Leche League celebrates two special dates: the 65th anniversary of La Leche League International, and the 50th anniversary of La Leche League GB (LLLGB). Over the years LLL has played a part in the lives of thousands of mothers, babies and families, and we look back to how it all began … [Read more...] about The History of La Leche League: Celebrating Two Milestone Anniversaries in 2021
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Announcing LLLGB breastfeeding information now available in Welsh
We are excited to announce the launch of LLLGB breastfeeding web-posts and three information sheets in Welsh. Resources in the Welsh language are the culmination of the Welsh New Groups Project, which began in 2012. The project has led to the accreditation of new Leaders and the creation of LLL … [Read more...] about Announcing LLLGB breastfeeding information now available in Welsh
Our Helpline Leaders
The LLLGB National Helpline is open from 8am to 11pm, 365 days a year. Calls are answered by volunteer breastfeeding counsellors (LLL Leaders) from their own homes: they are mothers who have breastfed their own children and will listen to your questions, offering practical suggestions and warm … [Read more...] about Our Helpline Leaders
New Helpline Number – 0345 120 2918
In the years since the LLLGB breastfeeding helpline began it has provided priceless breastfeeding support to hundreds of thousands of mothers, from 8am to 11pm every day. The knowledge, information and support that mothers receive from us are free of charge. However, we pay a provider for our … [Read more...] about New Helpline Number – 0345 120 2918
“We are paid in the smiles of babies”
This wonderful quote is from Mary Bird of La Leche League of Ireland, in conversation with doula Krysia Lynch and presenter Dil Wickremasinghe on Newstalk radio. Listen to the full interview here … [Read more...] about “We are paid in the smiles of babies”
LLLGB Conference 2016: Our Speakers
Building a Legacy: Celebrating 60 years of LLLI Our 2016 Conference is on Friday 14th & Saturday 15th October 2016, at The Hayes Conference Centre, Swanwick, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 1AU Price for whole event is from £149 including all meals and accommodation! Please contact … [Read more...] about LLLGB Conference 2016: Our Speakers
Why come to LLL meetings?
A couple of lovely mothers commented recently about 'taking up a place' at a meeting as though they felt they maybe shouldn't be there any more. I have also heard from other mums who breastfed that 'I didn't have any problems so didn't need to go' and I wanted to reply but got distracted, as you do, … [Read more...] about Why come to LLL meetings?