La Leche League of Union County & Surrounding Areas

03/21/2023

https://biglatchon.org/apps/locations/?mibextid=ykz3hl

So far we are the only location in NC hosting the global latch on event. It is on a Friday. Information is in the link. Are you or someone you know breastfeeding or expecting and planning to breastfeed? Fwd them the information! We would love to see you all there!

Global Big Latch On events take place at registered locations around the world, where women gather together to breastfeed and offer peer support to each other.

03/06/2023

Breastfeeding and expecting moms of Union County and surrounding areas, Union County WIC is hosting a Big Latch On event. It will be held April 14th. This is not during World
Breastfeeding Week. This is to help reduce the spread of illnesses since August will start flu season. You do not have to be a WIC participant to come to the event. If you have any questions feel free to contact me directly! Spread the word!

01/06/2021

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12/26/2020

Love it 😍 🤱🏽🤱🏻🤱🏼🤱🏾🤱🏿

"What We Need Is Here" 💙🧡
This beautiful mural by Liz Richter was commissioned as part of the "Lean Into Louisville" civil education and arts initiative, for the Imagine 2020 Mural Festival, and painted in October 2019. It can be found on a two story wall in Smoketown, Louisville, Kentucky in the USA.

📷 Don Sniegowski, used under licence 2.0

12/17/2020

This link will be here for any of you who may have questions. This is not to promote the vaccine, this is just so anyone who may have questions regarding lactation with covid and the vaccine can have a starting point for more information. Hope all you lovely ladies stay safe and have a beautiful holiday.

~La Leche League of Union County

La Leche League Leaders across the country are being asked the same question by families: “Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for those who are breastfeeding?”
From InfantRisk Center: “Similar to other medications, pregnant and/or breastfeeding women have not been included in studies to determine how well COVID-19 vaccines work or how safe they are. Based on what we understand from similar vaccines, we believe the risks that come with vaccination will probably be low. Therefore, while we wait for more information, each mother and provider should discuss what choice fits their situation best. The risk and benefit of the vaccine should be compared to each mother’s individual risk for getting COVID-19 as well as how well she is expected to tolerate the disease.”
Find more info and links to statements from ACOG, Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine, CDC, and more on our website's COVID-19 and Breastfeeding page: https://lllusa.org/coronavirus-and-breastfeeding/
La Leche League Leaders are parent volunteers and not health care professionals. While Leaders are not permitted to tell you if a medication is safe, they are able to provide information about medications and possible alternatives to help you make an informed decision. Find your local LLL Leader through our Find Help! zip code search tool on our website.
Find out more general info about medications and breastfeeding here: https://lllusa.org/medications-and-breastfeeding/
[Image: Illustration of coronavirus. Text: COVID-19 Vaccine and Breastfeeding]

10/27/2020

There are many uses to breastmilk, not just for feeding the babies. It's getting chilly out now. Did you know you can make breastmilk lotions, and give breastmilk baths? These are some ways to use any milk that you may not be able to feed baby, and still get use out of your milk. It also helps with dry skin. What are some other things you used your breastmilk for?
Here is a link to how you can make your lotion out of breastmilk.
https://www.medela.us/breastfeeding/articles/breast-milk-recipe-breast-milk-lotion

04/01/2020

Good afternoon! I hope everyone is in good health during this crisis. I just wanted to reach out and let you all know that online support is still available. Do you have questions or concerns about Covid-19 and breastfeeding? We are here to help with that and any other breastfeeding support that you may need. Feel free to send a private message or comment down below. Remember to always wash your hands!

Sincerely,

LLL union County & Surrounding Areas

03/22/2020

Stay safe and breastfeed ❤️
A message from LLL International.

03/22/2020

Good evening, if any of you are needing support during this crisis we offer online and over the phone support. I will be looking into having an online meetup soon. Please stay safe and practice good hand washing and social distancing.
For updates and information on NC areas effected by Covid-19 click on the link available. Please remember we are here for you.

COVID-19 Case Count in North Carolina By the Numbers Updated daily by 11 a.m. each day. Last updated 10:16a.m., March 22, 2020. NC Cases* NC Deaths NC Completed Tests** US Cases*** US Deaths*** 255 0 6,438 15,219 201 * This number reflects positive results from all tests, including the NC State Labo...