La Leche League is an international, nonprofit, nonsectarian organization dedicated to providing education, information, support, and encouragement to women who want to breastfeed.
Membership in La Leche League International is $40 for one year. Membership fees help to support your local Group and the international organization. The benefits of membership include a one-year subscription to NEW BEGINNINGS magazine.
Membership can now be purchased online!
La Leche League of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
All breastfeeding mothers and mothers-to-be interested in breastfeeding are welcome to come to our meetings or call one of our Leaders for breastfeeding help or information. Babies are always welcome at our meetings.
Meeting Information
LLL of Bethlehem meets on the second Wednesday of each month at the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 514 Third Ave., Bethlehem. 10 AM - 12 noon in the nursery.
Upcoming Meeting Topics:
December 9, 2009 - Nutrition & Weaning, Leader Renell
January 13, 2010 - Advantages of Breastfeeding, Leader Renell
February 10, 2010 - Baby Arrives: The Family and the Breastfed Baby, Leader Christy
March 10, 2010 - Overcoming Difficulties, Leader Christine
April 14, 2010 - Nutrition & Weaning, Leader ValerieWANTED: Nutritious Snacks are always welcomed and appreciated at meetings. Won't you bring one to share? Please remember that mothers are concerned about their toddlers filling up on cakes and cookies right before lunch. Think fruits, hummus, & bagels. Whole Foods For The Whole Family by LLLI provides lots of inspiration!
GROUP "FAMILY" HOLIDAY PARTY
WHERE: Valerie's House (email valeriebittner@aim.com for directions)
WHEN: Dec 12, 2009
TIME: 6 - 9
WHAT TO BRING: Last names ending in A - G bring appetizers, H - N bring a main dish, O - U bring a side dish, V - Z Bring a dessert
BYOB
Your whole family is invited & we always have a great time!Playgroup
Playgroup was inspired by moms searching for a playgroup that kept with LLL philosophy. Playgroup meets at 10:30 AM on the Wednesdays the Group does not meet. Occasionally, playgroup will meet at alternative locations during the summer months. Any interested Moms can contact Wendy at 610-867-0842.
Snow Cancellation Information
If Bethlehem Area School District cancels or has a 2 hour delay, we will cancel and meet the following Wednesday. Please check your local listings for cancellation information.
Slings & The Womanly Art Of Breastfeeding For Sale
Parenting Concept Slings and copies of The Womanly Art Of Breastfeeding are available at all meetings, or contact Christy at 610-974-9095. Makes the perfect shower gifts! Proceeds benefit LLL of Bethlehem.
Leader Information
La Leche League Leaders are experienced mothers who have breastfed their own babies and who have been trained and accredited by La Leche League International to help mothers and mothers-to-be with all aspects of breastfeeding. They are available by phone whenever you have breastfeeding questions or concerns.
- Annette airartista@aim.com
- Christine (610) 865-2599 bmkcct@ptd.net
- Christy (610) 974-9095 christyhume@verizon.net
- Renell (610) 997-0650 renell@rcn.com
- Valerie (610) 867-8570 valeriebittner@aim.com
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The La Leche League International mission is to help mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information and education, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and the mother.
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