LLL of Pennsylvania
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!
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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:
May 13, 2009 - The Advantages of Breastfeeding, Leader Valerie
June 10, 2009 - Baby Arrives: The Family and the Breastfed Baby, Leader Christy
July 18, 2009 - Overcoming Difficulties, Leader Christine
August 12, 2009 - Nutrition & Weaning, Leader Renell
WANTED: Do you regularly attend Group meetings? We are looking for someone to be our new Snack Coordinator.
The job is simple: Check the meeting sign-in sheet for anyone who volunteered a snack for the following meeting
and call a few days before with a friendly reminder. Contact any Leader if you interested.
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.
Upcoming Events
WORLD WALK FOR BREASTFEEDING
LLL of Bethlehem will be participating in the WORLD WALK FOR BREASTFEEDING:
WHEN: (tentatively) Sat, August 15, 2009
WHERE: The Lehigh Valley Zoo (formally Trexler Game Preserve)
Please visit www.lvzoo.org for directions.
TIME: Meet 9:45 AM, just inside the gates. Walk begins at 10 AM
*A discounted rate of $5 will be required of all participants
BRING: A lunch for you and your family. After the Walk, we will meet at the Main Pavilion for lunch
and socializing. Time is allotted for you and your family to visit the animals.
CONTACT: Christy Hume for Sponsorship and information 610-974-9095
GROUP FUNDRAISER
We will be participating in the BOSCOV'S Friends Helping Friends Day again but are waiting
for a date confirmation for October 2009. Purchase your $5 coupon at the September meeting, or
look for any of the Leaders at the Lehigh Valley Mall Boscov's, and receive 20% off everything
you purchase that day from 10 AM - 9:30 PM. 100% of the money goes to the Group and you get a
jump start on your Holiday Shopping!
SAVE THE DATE
LA LECHE LEAGUE OF EASTERN PA AREA CONFERENCE
Fun for the whole family!
Sharing Pearls of Wisdom: Celebrating 30 Years of LLL of Eastern PA
November 20, 21, 22, 2009
The Desmond Hotel, Malvern, PA
Speakers: Marian Tompson, Diana West, Kay Hoover, others TBA
Topics include breastfeeding, childbirth, parenting, fathering and much more!
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.
This
Web page is maintained by valeriebittner@aim.com
for La Leche League of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Feedback welcome.
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