Breastfeeding for autistic women & parents The Positives Communication differences Support for breastfeeding women & parents Sensory differences Key things to be mindful of when supporting an autistic person to breastfeed Breastfeeding an autistic child Sensory … [Read more...] about Breastfeeding and Autism
Supporting Breastfeeding
Parenting when your partner breastfeeds
All parents have a unique relationship with their baby, which grows and develops as their baby does. A breastfeeding mother builds a special relationship with her baby through the act of breastfeeding. But children build important relationships with other adults in their lives, beginning with … [Read more...] about Parenting when your partner breastfeeds
In pursuit of equitable breastfeeding support
Racial disparities in healthcare are evident in the UK, and the world of breastfeeding support is sadly no stranger to systemic racism. Not only are maternal and infant mortality rates in this country shockingly higher among Women of Colour than among White women, but there are also structural … [Read more...] about In pursuit of equitable breastfeeding support
When you’re unhappy about the care you and your baby received – how to give feedback to healthcare professionals
In the UK you are legally entitled to have dignified, respectful and personalised care as you birth your baby and begin to breastfeed. You are also protected in law from discrimination. Unfortunately, sometimes, people do not receive a good standard of care from their healthcare providers and they … [Read more...] about When you’re unhappy about the care you and your baby received – how to give feedback to healthcare professionals
Breastfeeding in Community – needed now more than ever
I’ve started thanking everyone at the beginning of La Leche League meetings for making the time to do something important for themselves by coming to talk and listen. Often we prioritise groups that have a more obvious benefit for our babies, like baby massage or playgroups. In the earliest months, … [Read more...] about Breastfeeding in Community – needed now more than ever
LLL and community online – how we make it happen
Online meetings, for us via Zoom, are great in allowing us to continue to meet and offer breastfeeding support. Some advantages include getting support right where you are, without needing to get dressed, leave your home, maybe even leave your bedroom. You can be doing things right up until the … [Read more...] about LLL and community online – how we make it happen
Breastfeeding and Postnatal Depression
What is Postnatal Depression? Postnatal depression, or PND, is a depression that starts within the first 12 months after giving birth. In the UK it is estimated that 1 in 10 women suffers from PND at some point during the first 12 months of their baby’s life (1). The symptoms of PND include low … [Read more...] about Breastfeeding and Postnatal Depression
Five ways to help when breastfeeding doesn’t go as expected
Sometimes breastfeeding doesn’t go as hoped for, or as expected. Some of those mothers, with a little support, guidance and practice, quickly move to a place of comfort and enjoyment and they don’t look back as they overcome challenges. But some don’t. Some of them need incredible determination to … [Read more...] about Five ways to help when breastfeeding doesn’t go as expected
Support for Transgender & Non-binary Parents
This page is being reviewed and will be updated in due course. LLLGB is committed to providing accurate, up-to-date, research-backed information for all the families we support. In the meantime, we hope the resources below are helpful. Resources La Leche League International Inducing lactation and … [Read more...] about Support for Transgender & Non-binary Parents
Fathers concept – it’s not just about dads!
This article is part of a series discussing the LLL philosophy concepts. You may be aware that there are ten concepts underlying what LLL does. As Leaders we sign up to these, and they help to shape our responses, the way we run meetings, and the type of information that we provide. Breastfeeding … [Read more...] about Fathers concept – it’s not just about dads!