LLL - is it a good resource for babywearing?

[jennifer_r]

I don't belong to LLL but do breastfeed. I am trying to learn how to wear my baby but am having a difficult time (see very recent post). Would they be able to help me and see what I am doing wrong? Maybe even show me different kinds of slings to try out IRL?

Thanks,
Jennifer

Mom to:
Christopher 12/29/89
Adelaide 8/23/04

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[Momof3Labs]

I've found that with LLL, it really varies by chapter. It's probably as good a shot as any, I know that my local LLL group has babywearers, but I don't think that they sold slings. I'd suggest finding a local chapter and contacting the leader - she can probably give you some direction, even if she can't help you specifically.

[trumansmom]

Call them and see! I know the only other person I've ever seen in my town wearing a wrap (a Didy, no less!) was our local LLL leader.

Jeanne
Mom to Truman 11/01 and Eleanor 4/04

[egoldber]

I went to LLL for the first time the other day, and there were a few moms wearing slings. But all the ones I saw were being worn incorrectly. Some of them made me cringe actually! But is worth a shot.

[SashaBear]

My LLL is a good source. Several of them wear slings and they have loaner slings and sell the Maya Wrap and videos on how to use it. Before I started going they had a meeting just on babywearing. Disappointed that I missed it.

[new_mommy25]

At my LLL almost all the mamas wear slings. Contrary to Beth's experience they were all wearing them properly. SO I guess it just depends on where you are. My LLL doesn't have loaner slings (that I know of) but everyone is always swapping and trying eachothers slings. The most common I see are Maya, Zolo, Kozy, Rev. Jan and pouches.

Also, you should check out MDC's finding your tribes forum. I met a lot of really good friends IRL through there and almost all of them babywear. Here is the link http://www.mothering.com/discussions/forumdisplay.php?f=76

[lizamann]

Check this site to see if there are any local babywearing teachers near you. The list is growing every day!

http://mamatoto.org/Default.aspx?tabid=75


If that and LLL don't work out, you can see if there's an API group near you.

http://www.attachmentparenting.org/groups.shtml

[nbrackman]

If you're anywhere near me on Long Island, or in Northern NJ, I'd be happy to help you in person.

I happen to be a LLL leader but that doesn't include training on babywearing, lol! The training on babywearing came from my babies! But I have tried lots of different things and seem to be able to help moms in person better than online or on the phone. My small 18 month old is a helpful model!

I also know several LLL leaders in suburban Maryland (Silver Spring area) who know tons about babywearing and they lead great groups too!

LMK if I can help at all.
best, Nicole

[jennifer_r]

Actually, I live in North Central NJ (Basking Ridge). It is just south of Morristown which you may have heard of. That is a decent distance from Long Island though. I would love some in person help but wouldn't want to make it inconvenient for you.

I think at this point, I am going to try another kind of sling and see if it is easier. If I can't get a hang of it, then I might call on you.

Thanks for your offer.

Jennifer

Mom to:
Christopher 12/29/89
Adelaide 8/23/04

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[nbrackman]

Jennifer,
I know *exactly* where Basking Ridge is. My mother in law lives there, in the Society Hill condos. Heh. My parents are in Randolph, which is where I grew up.

I'm home visiting fairly frequently! Email me privately at [email protected] and we can exchange phone numbers. My sister in law lives in Gillette (just off Valley Rd.) and is a pretty accomplished babywearer, although my nephew (now 3) isn't cooperative anymore!

[babynell]

I saw that you're in NJ, I don't know how far you are from Doylestown, PA, but there's a class being held next weekend in Doylestown on babywearing!! It's only $10. I'm planning to go. If it's not too far of a hike for you, let me know and I'll send you the info.

Marilyn

[jennifer_r]

Hmmm, I have to look it up myself but Doylestown may not be too far. What day/time is it? We are in the process of making plans but I'd like to squeeze this in.

Jennifer

Mom to:
Christopher 12/29/89
Adelaide 8/23/04

http://www.gynosaur.com/assets/ribbons/ribbon_rosequartz_3m.gif[/url] 5 months and counting!