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 What is La Leche League?
There are few organizations in the world that deal exclusively with the relationship of baby and mother with their own unique philosophy on what is best for both. One such organization is the La Leche League. Known by many as the "breastfeeding group" this organization has been around for over fifty years and in that time their message and philosophy has held true to course. Beginning with seven mothers in Illinois, in 1956, the organization has hundreds of satellite groups all over the world. Each one of these groups follows the same philosophy and beliefs. It is this consistency that makes this group so successful. They have a simple mission to share, educate and support women through the breastfeeding process with their babies.
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Baby and Mom Finding the Perfect Balance
You adore him and he adores you. He whimpers, you perk up your ears. He stirs, you rush to the crib. He cries. Your blouse sprouts faucets! This new delightful relationship has its nerve wracking moments. You adore him and are trying to integrate your new responsibilities with those that have been part of your life for decades. Mama Mia! But it seems he wants nothing but to suckle at your ever more tender, responsive and sore breast. You smile tenderly despite having your nipples scream silently every time your little one latches on! The books stated that breast feeding was natural, and that most new mothers relish the closeness of this special nursing mother child bond. "Great" you think to yourself. "Maybe I'm just not cut out for breastfeeding because this really stings. I'd sure like the answers to a few breast feeding questions that they didn't mention at the hospital!' Relax! And read on.
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Dangers To the Child Must Be First Priority
It's common knowledge that breastfeeding is the most natural means of nourishment and best gift a mom can give her baby. Some care must be taken regarding the food, drinks and medication that the nursing mother consumes because these readily pass straight through to Junior through breastfeeding. That's fine as most new mothers avoid problem factors and are also happy to give up smoking and lay of the alcohol for the benefit of their baby. What about those mothers with HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B or herpes? Can breast milk carry the HIV virus? The answer is a definite yes.
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Toddler Nursing Trends
Its' a well known fact that breast is best for babies as it is undoubtedly the most suitable food source. But what about those toddlers that are still suckling at mommy's breast despite being old enough to not require the nutrition of breast milk any longer? Is breastfeeding your 3 year old a little bit on the over- nurturing side of the spectrum? When do you begin to ask the questions about how long is too long? And what questions do you need to ask?
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The right time to consider weaning a toddler is should always be a personal choice, but sadly advice from other mums, family and well meaning friends can blur what's actually best for your particular situation. If you are feeling exhausted or your precious little one is forever demanding a feed, despite eating three square meals a day; perhaps it's time to consider cutting out the breast supplement feeds once and for all. Just how do you go about weaning a toddler that's attached to the comfort of mommy's breast especially before a sleep?
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A Gentle Sheild For Baby and You
The special bond between newborn babies and their mothers is not only sacred to experience but also to behold. Most are struck with overwhelming genuine warmth when they are lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the magic that happens when a new mother lovingly nurses her baby. Opps. OK, not always! What can a mother do when she wishes to breastfeed her hungry baby regardless of where she is? Why not create a pattern and find fabric so that you can make a breastfeeding shawl that will allow you to feed in public and still keep everyone happy; especially your ravenous little baby?
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It's the good girls who keep the diaries; the bad girls never have the time. 
