La Leche League of Montgomery County East, 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.

We have an e-mail list which serves as reminder for upcoming meetings and events. If you'd like to join, visit the list web page.

Meeting Information

LLL of Montgomery County East meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. at Calvary Presbyterian Church, 217 Fernbrook Ave, Wyncote. Our meeting site can be reached by SEPTA regional rail; Jenkintown Train Station is about a 10-minute walk.

Upcoming dates and topics:

• Jul 8 -- Avoiding Common Difficulties with LLL
• Aug 12 -- Weaning and Extended Breastfeeding
• Sep 9 -- The ABCs of Breastfeeding
• Oct 14 -- A Time to Learn The New Baby in the Family
• Nov 11 -- Knowing What's Normal
• Dec 9 -- Nutritional Know-How

Evening Series Meetings are also now being held on the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Contact Stephanie at 215-657-3097 or Erin at 610-584-4177 for more information.

Upcoming dates and topics:

• Jul 21 -- Myths and Facts of Breastfeeding
• Aug 18 -- Ready for Solids
• Sep 15 -- Breastfeeding Benefits Everyone
• Oct 20 -- Meeting Family Needs with a New Baby
• Nov 17 -- Your Network of Support
• Dec 15 -- Weaning Gradually with Love

Enrichment Meetings

Periodic enrichment meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month. These meetings are discussions of parenting topics of interest to the group. Contact a Leader for more information.

Upcoming dates and topics:

• Jul 22 -- Chores -- When is there time?! Bring your best tips!
• Aug 26 -- Art with Children -- How to give your children the opportunity to express themselves through art. Led by Group Mother Donna Elston!
• Sep 20 -- Mini-Conference to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week. (See below)
• Oct 28 -- Prenatal Yoga and Yoga for Children. A talk by a yoga instructor.
• Nov 25 -- Acupuncture -- Walter Hackett, certified in Classical Chinese Acupuncture, will discuss the benefits of acupuncture during childbirth and lactation.
• Dec 16 -- Chiropractic care -- what is it? How can you benefit?

Upcoming Event: ***3rd Annual Mini-Conference***

Saturday, September 20, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Fellowship Hall, next to Calvary Presbyterian Church.

An opportunity for the whole family to spend a day together -- good food, arts and crafts for the kids (mother's helper childcare provided by Delia), and informative talks about parenting for moms and dads.

Suggested donation: $20/Family.

Scheduled Topics: Working and Breastfeeding, Home Schooling, Breastfeeding Advocacy

We'll have Continental breakfast and a potluck lunch. This great day is also our major fundraiser for the year, so invite your friends and family. Call Andy if you want to set up a table with info on your business or hobby (215-822-3964).

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.

• Hope Allyson (267) 760-5620
• Janice (215) 663-9325
• Erin (610) 584-4177
• Mary (215) 675-9166
• Andy (215) 822-3964
• Mary Ann (215) 886-1693

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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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