La Leche League of Gainesville, FL

01/26/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we have made the difficult decision to close LLL of Gainesville. I poured my heart into this Group and all the Leaders who joined me worked so hard to support the families in our community. You moms are who made this Group what it was. It was very special. We had many wonderful years of an amazing active Group. I don’t want to see the Group close but at this time we do not have any Leaders with the time available to run the Group. I hope one day it re-opens. Much LLLove to you all.

We invite you to join our LLL state-wide Facebook group. There are virtual meetings available.
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/s4fGMkCghyR65J2p/?mibextid=K35XfP If you are interested in pursuing leadership please visit our website at lllflorida.com for more information or send me a message. Thank you! 💙

10/23/2025

Do you have ADHD and are breastfeeding (or planning to breastfeed)?
We recognize that neurodivergent parents may face unique differences and challenges during their breastfeeding experience and we are here to support you!

We offer a WhatsApp Group exclusively for neurodivergent parents, led by trained and accredited LLL Leaders who are neurodivergent themselves.

Some examples of neurodivergence include autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, dyslexia, Tourette syndrome and more.

If you are currently pregnant or breastfeeding and feel this Group may be the right place for you (whether you are formally diagnosed or self-identified), please follow the link below to send your join request:
https://form.jotform.com/232593347473059

10/08/2025

Join us for our next Toddler Breastfeeding Support Meeting on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10–11am (Zoom).
A relaxed, supportive space to share about nursing, weaning, sleep, and all things toddlerhood!

Moms, toddlers and support people welcome! Come as you are, even if you’re late or need to leave early. Please text Julie at 407-492-9247 for the link.

09/01/2025

Have you considered supporting breastfeeding as a La Leche League Leader?

To learn more about what is involved, check out: https://lllalliance.org/leadership/ and join our Exploring LLL Leadership series beginning September 23. We’ll meet virtually on four consecutive Tuesday evenings 6:30-7:45 p.m. (EDT) to discuss the prerequisites, LLL philosophy, what Leaders do, and the accreditation process.

Contact [email protected] for information and to register for the 4-meeting series.

02/01/2025

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Breastfeeding into Toddlerhood

As your baby gets older, you may be wondering about the benefits of continuing to breastfeed beyond the first year of life. Breastfeeding a toddler or pre-schooler is called Natural Term Breastfeeding, is recommended by the WHO, and provides many benefits for both Mum and child.

Human milk continues to provide important nutrients for your little one as they learn and grow. For example, in the second year of life, 448ml (around 15 ounces) of breastmilk offers your nursling a huge 94% of their vitamin B12 requirements, 75% of vitamin A needs, and even 29% of their daily energy requirements. (Dewey, 2001)

As well as nutrients, some of the antibodies in human milk become more concentrated as your baby begins to spend more time exploring the world. This seems to be to protect your little one as they begin to put more interesting things in their mouths and spend more time with other children where they are exposed to more germs. (Perrin, 2016)

In addition, breastfeeding can also provide health benefits for you. It can help to reduce the risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and osteoporosis. (Unar-Munguía M et al, 2017, Jordan et al, 2012, Wiklund et al, 2011).

10/20/2024

📣Attention Orlando area families: The LLL Orange County meetings in Winter Park have resumed!! 🥳
Learn more: https://www.lllflorida.com/orlando