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PDF (New Window)| Record #: OAK0114 | Last Full Update: 26 Nov 2020 |
| Memos and Bulletins | |
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| Public Comments | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) All in-person meetings and events on hold until further notice * virtual support is available * email oakville@LLLC.ca to set up a call by phone, FaceTime, Zoom, Skype, or any other virtual connection tool * for virtual meeting information, visit calendar |
| Contact Information | |
| Toll Free Phone | Canadian breastfeeding referral line 1-800-665-4324 |
| oakville@lllc.ca | |
| Website | www.lllc.ca/lllc-oakville |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/lalecheoakvilleon/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/lalecheleaguecanada/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/lllcanada |
| Primary Contact | Emma, Group Leader |
| Agency Information | |
| Description (Agency) | A registered charity that provides information, support and encouragement to women who wish to breastfeed or are currently breastfeeding |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Funding | Fundraising ; Donations |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) All in-person meetings and events on hold until further notice * virtual support is available * email oakville@LLLC.ca to set up a call by phone, FaceTime, Zoom, Skype, or any other virtual connection tool * for virtual meeting information, visit calendar ----------------------------------- Provides mother to mother support for those who: * are expecting a baby and want to know more about breastfeeding * are already breastfeeding and want help with challenges * need information on starting solids or weaning * want to meet other breastfeeding moms to share support and experiences Meeting topics include: * benefits of breastfeeding for both mom and baby * avoiding, identifying and overcoming breastfeeding difficulties * optimizing position and latch * adjusting to life with a breastfed baby * breastfed baby behaviour * mothers are encouraged to attend drop-ins before the baby's birth and continue until weaning * group leader is an experienced nursing mother with up-to-date breastfeeding knowledge and training |
| Hours | Monthly meetings * email for information or check website/Facebook page |
| Areas Served | Oakville - and area |
| Eligibility | Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or interested in breastfeeding and women supporting breastfeeding mothers |
| Application | Drop in to a meeting |
| Languages | English ; French |
| Fees | None |
| Site Information | |
| Site Location | Oakville Parent-Child Centre (North Service Road – Satellite Location) |
| Located In Community | Oakville |
| Address & Map | Oakville Parent Child Centre (meeting location) 481 North Service Rd W, Unit 25 Oakville, ON L6M 2V6 View Google Map |
| Intersection | Fourth Line and North Service Rd |
| Physical Access | Partially Accessible - Washroom is not accessible ; Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | Child / Family Services ; Health Care |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Perinatal / Pregnancy / Postnatal ; Postnatal / Pregnancy |
| Service Categories | Breastfeeding Support Programs |
