About WBW

World Breastfeeding Week runs from Aug. 1st - Aug. 7th, but can be celebrated from May 1st - Sept. 30th.  WBW raises awareness and promotes the benefits of breastfeeding.  This year’s theme is “Breastfeeding - The Baby Friendly Way,” recognizing the importance of supporting mothers from the beginning of their breastfeeding experience so they can be successful in achieving their goal to breastfeed their babies.

Breastfeeding can be difficult, and I’m sure many mother’s would agree, with adequate education and support during breastfeeding, many mothers can and will continue with breastfeeding.  Support is crucial during the postpartum period, especially while learning to breastfeed.  La Leche League helps mothers before and during their breastfeeding experience to become comfortable with the process.  Many believe that breastfeeding is just a woman’s prerogative, but, family support is extremely helpful to a mother during this time as well, so it is important for the partner to become equally involved in breastfeeding education.

Come out and support the LLL so that they can continue their mission on educating and supporting women & families across the world!  If you would like more information on how the LLL can help you, or someone you know, visit www.lllusa.org and find your local LLL chapter.

Check out race coordinator, Danielle’s, 2009 article in LLL’s New Beginnings: Click Here to Read