Meetings & Events
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Join us at one of our meetings!

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Join us in person
MONTHLY ALL AGES MEETING
When: Fourth Monday* of the month from 5:30-6:30pm
Where: 267 Congress St. Portland, ME 04101
Who: We offer facilitated conversation and connection for parents who are breastfeeding/chestfeeding or human milk feeding babies, toddlers, and small children. We welcome the whole family and expectant parents are also welcome.  
Questions? Feel free to contact Rachel at 207-420-5304
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MONTHLY TODDLER MEETING
When: Second Tuesday* of the month from 5:30-6:30pm
Where: 267 Congress St. Portland, ME 04101
Who: The focus of these meetings is sharing experiences, challenges, research, and support for parents of toddlers and preschoolers. Parents who are breastfeeding/chestfeeding or human milk feeding kiddos past babyhood are welcome. Younger siblings are always welcome.
​Questions? Feel free to contact Rachel at 207-420-5304

 Join us online
WEEKLY SERIES ONLINE MEETING
​When: Most Tuesdays* from 7:30-8:30 PM &
Most Fridays* from 10-11 AM.
Where: ZOOM Video Conferencing -  Click Here to join the meeting during the hour we meet. Contact us for the password.
Who: We welcome expectant parents, parents with babies, toddlers & small children as well as their support folks. We offer support to all who want to breastfeed/chestfeed or provide human milk to their child.
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This meeting is hosted by a LLL of Maine & New Hampshire Leader.

Meeting Topics 

Topics that may come up during meetings include: 
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• The advantages of breastfeeding. Parents are amazed to hear about the many remarkable qualities of human milk, their bodies fantastic ability to produce milk as well as the positive impact breastfeeding has on families, the environment and society.
• Adjusting to life with a new baby. What to expect in the first six weeks with tips and support to help this transition be as smooth as possible.
  
• Overcoming difficulties. Leaders and parents have excellent ideas to help parents overcome roadblocks that may complicate breastfeeding progress.
  
• Nutrition and weaning. Pregnant folks enjoy this topic so they can plan ahead to optimize their unborn baby's health. Parents learn about important milestones to reach before starting to offer solids to their babies. Nutritious (and quick!) options for family meals are shared.

Questions and discussion of additional topics are always welcome​. We want to meet you wherever you're at.