In 2021 La Leche League celebrates two special dates: the 65th anniversary of La Leche League International, and the 50th anniversary of La Leche League GB (LLLGB). Over the years LLL has played a part in the lives of thousands of mothers, babies and families, and we look back to how it all began … [Read more...] about The History of La Leche League: Celebrating Two Milestone Anniversaries in 2021
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Neanderthal mothers breastfed their babies for over a year
Researchers analysed the tooth of a 10-12 year-old child that lived in a cave in Belgium around 100,000 years ago According to research published in May 2013,1 Neanderthal mothers breastfed their babies for over a year. Chemical analysis of a juvenile's tooth revealed it was reared on mother's … [Read more...] about Neanderthal mothers breastfed their babies for over a year
Founding Mother, Mary White, celebrates 90th birthday
On April 3rd Mary White, one of the Founding Mothers of La Leche League, celebrated her 90th birthday. La Leche League GB sent Mary congratulations and warmest wishes on this wonderful occasion. The gift of mothering We also sent her the gift of the book Musings on Mothering which GB Leader Teika … [Read more...] about Founding Mother, Mary White, celebrates 90th birthday