“If breastmilk caused decay – evolution would have selected against it. It would be evolutionary suicide for breastmilk to cause decay.” An anthropologist’s view, quoted by the late Dr. Brian Palmer, DDS in “Infant Dental Decay: Is it related to Breastfeeding?” * A new statement on infant … [Read more...] about Response to the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry’s statement on Infant Feeding
Living the unexpected tandem style
If my pre-child self could see me now, she would be surprised. I was keen to breastfeed, but thought 6 months would be about right and after that my baby would eat solids and I could drink wine. As I soon learnt, babies have opinions, and mine decided very early on that breastfeeding was hernumber … [Read more...] about Living the unexpected tandem style
Making different choices
When I became pregnant with the one I now know to be my son, I had all sorts of ideas and ideals about parenthood and little interest in breastfeeding or responsive parenting. This has changed a lot over the last two years: who would have thought that a simple thing like mother’s milk could cause … [Read more...] about Making different choices
Baby Self Weans
Breastfeeding ends a lot like it starts With a leaking left boob and an emotional heart Breasts so engorged, they’re sore and they drip So big it feels like your top could just rip. But now there’s no need to store your milk Instead you watch, as it swirls like silk In the bath that you sit in … [Read more...] about Baby Self Weans
Mindful Breastfeeding
Like many mothers, I spent much of my daughter’s early days fretting about breastfeeding. Was her head at the right angle? Did she have enough of my breast in her mouth? Was enough of her lip rolled out? I also struggled with the usual discomforts as my nipples adjusted to their new role, as well as … [Read more...] about Mindful Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding… My Ally
My breastfeeding journey started nearly 16 years ago when I had my first child, Dylan. He was a much planned for baby, despite the naivety of only being 20 years old myself. My family wasn’t very pleased and I didn’t know any other mums with children: when I went to antenatal sessions or playgroups … [Read more...] about Breastfeeding… My Ally
Conclusions of Study on Financial Incentives for Breastfeeding
Final results have now been released on a pioneering project offering financial incentives to mothers if they breastfed their babies, and they show that this may significantly increase breastfeeding rates in some areas.1 LLLGB welcomes the positive results of this scheme and hopes it will … [Read more...] about Conclusions of Study on Financial Incentives for Breastfeeding
Research shows baby-led weaning is not associated with an increased risk of choking
Starting to give a baby solid foods can seem daunting. Baby-led weaning – offering finger foods from the family diet for babies to feed themselves – is becoming more popular, and is often thought to promote healthier eating habits. However, many mothers worry about the risk of choking and decide … [Read more...] about Research shows baby-led weaning is not associated with an increased risk of choking
Conference 2018
LLLGB's 2018 conference will be on the 28th-29th September in the Hayes Conference Centre, Derbyshire. Breastfeeding: The Next Generation Join us for our two day conference with international guest speakers, Leader led sessions and workshops, and the opportunity to network with friends and … [Read more...] about Conference 2018
Eileen Harrison – 40 years as an LLLGB Leader
Please click on the links below to watch a filmed message from Eileen and a powerpoint she prepared for us. Eileen LLL 40 years for LLLGB … [Read more...] about Eileen Harrison – 40 years as an LLLGB Leader