La Leche League

Today I was asked if I wanted to become a La Leche League leader. Wow! I was actually quite honored and touched that someone thought I actually knew enough to become a leader. I do however feel really comfortable with breastfeeding, mostly because I grew up with it. It's kind of like second nature in our family. It's natural and breastfeeding and things along those lines perk my interest. I'd like to help people and be encouraging with that sort of thing.

I told our leader though that I'd consider it, but wanted to give it some serious thought before I made a commitment. I would really like to get that Catholic Nursing Mothers League going sometime too. I am waiting to hear more about that from the founder at this time though. Our leader also said the LLL can take as long or as little time as you want to become a leader, but at least a year. So, I could take it slow and not get too overwhelmed with anything. I'm still not exactly sure what it all involves - but I'm supposed to be getting more information from her soon.

I also had it run across my mind that if they pass a law that requires me to take so many classes/in services/work so many hours a year to keep my RN license, that the things I'd be required to attend for La Leche League could possible cover that. Once again I have no idea, but that would be another plus. Fulfilling my license obligations and enjoying it, instead of having to take things that I really wouldn't want too.

This would also be great because I could have my children with me - it's very child friendly and children are always welcome. I can't do things that require me to leave the kids, especially during the day and when they're young they need to be with their mom. =)

So, I'm excited about this opportunity and will see what comes of this!