Growing Up
Last night, I went to the La Leche League fundraiser to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week. I didn’t know a soul there, but at a minimum, I thought my son would have fun. We had a great time and I met some new people. I will definitely be looking into joining one of the chapters in my area.
Before I had children of my own, I had a distorted perception of the La Leche League. Some of this perception was based on media, some based on personal experiences. By the time I figured out that the League would actually be a good fit for me, I was already involved in the breastfeeding support group at my hospital. I didn’t really have the time to get involved in something else an the support group was enough for me. However, this time around with my daughter, the support group at my hospital probably won’t work for us unless I can get my son into a specific day for his mother’s day out program. Simply, it’s too difficult to drag an active toddler to the support group. The support group is comprised mostly of new mothers and frankly, most new mothers are leery of a grabby toddler around their newborns. I understand that and to be respectful, don’t feel comfortable taking Arun there now. So, I will be looking into the La Leche League as an alternative. And after last night’s activity, am looking forward to joining something new.
I wonder what other ill-conceived perceptions have held me back from new experiences?
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August 6th, 2007 at 1:59 pm
I’m glad you found a good group! I’m sure they will be much more understanding of Arun.
I never really had a preconceived notion of what LLL was about so after my son was born I went to the closest chapter’s meeting. I did not click at all with these women and now they don’t even meet, they only offer email or phone help according to the LLL website. My town doesn’t have a LLL and I don’t know why b/c it’s larger than the one I went to. I’ve often thought about starting one but I’m very intimidated by that thought!
August 6th, 2007 at 2:00 pm
I love LLL! It drives me crazy that they have this militant reputation. Sure, any large group has crazies here and there, but you can’t read the Womanly Art of Breastfeeding and tell me that they’re doing anything but putting out information and helping women make their own informed choices.
August 6th, 2007 at 2:03 pm
I’ve heard the whole mix of things about LLL, but never sought them out. Maybe the next time around.
I’m glad that you’ve found another group you click with. That’s happy news!