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I can't tell you how many times I've talked to moms who have said, "I didn't need La Leche...
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I can't tell you how many times I've talked to moms who have said, "I didn't need La Leche League, I didn't have any problems breastfeeding." or, "La Leche League couldn't help me, I just didn't have enough milk."
La Leche League is for every breastfeeding mother who could use some support, encouragement and information. Even if things are going swimmingly, chatting about mothering through breastfeeding is always important to new moms and things come up, even if they are minor, its likely another mother has experienced what you are going through.
As for milk supply, there are rare true occasions of insufficient milk supply, but they are generally linked to a hormonal issue or severe hemmorhaging during childbirth. Often times breastfeeding management is the culprit and LLL can help put things in perspective.
La Leche League is an international, nonprofit, nonsectarian organization dedicated to providing education, information, support, and encouragement to women who want to breastfeed.
Membership in La Leche League International is $40 for one year. Membership fees help to support your local Group and the international organization. The benefits of membership include a one-year subscription to NEW BEGINNINGS magazine.
However, there is no requirement to pay for help. All phone help and meetings are free. All Leaders are volunteer moms. If you find a Leader you just don't click with..try another meeting or call another Leader.
La Leche League Leaders are experienced mothers who have breastfed their own babies and who have been trained and accredited by La Leche League International to help mothers and mothers-to-be with all aspects of breastfeeding. They are available by phone whenever you have breastfeeding questions or concerns.
La Leche League is a valuable resource for breastfeeding and expectant mothers. The best thing to do is to check out a group near you when you are in your last trimester (or earlier). That way, you get a network of support in place BEFORE you have the baby for those crucial early days.
The Seattle Helpline is 206-522-1336. You can find a group in your area here: http://www.lalecheleague.org/Web/Washington.html
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Fairwood Pharmacy
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Pharmacies & Drug Stores
17254 140th Ave SE
Renton,
Washington 98058
(425) 226-7000
My family has been getting their prescriptions from Fairwood Pharmacy for over 10 years. The...
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My family has been getting their prescriptions from Fairwood Pharmacy for over 10 years. The pharmacists there are extremely knowledgeable and they fill your prescription fairly quickly. A bonus is that when you’re waiting they have a great store that’s a part of the pharmacy. You can find great gifts, cards, candles, basically anything there. But be careful about how much time you spend at that store, you can easily spend a lot of money! But the good thing is that they have a “power pass” card you can register for. It’s like a club card where they track your purchases and when you reach a certain amount, they give you coupons for money off your next purchase. I have a $10 one in my wallet right now. Overall it’s a great place! Highly recommended.
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Thrift Center
Category:
Retail Shopping
343 Union Ave NE
Renton,
Washington 98059
(425) 271-3755
I sadly mourn the closing of this Thrift Center. I shopped here for many, many years. Apparently...
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I sadly mourn the closing of this Thrift Center. I shopped here for many, many years. Apparently they lost their lease and this store is no longer here.
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Yeas Wok
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Restaurants
6969 Coal Creek Pkwy Se
Renton,
Washington 98059
(425) 644-5546
Good variety and authentic. Always busy, and a bit of a drive if you're in Seattle, but well worth...
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Good variety and authentic. Always busy, and a bit of a drive if you're in Seattle, but well worth it.
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Fairwood Library
Category:
General Libraries
17009 140th Ave SE
Renton,
Washington 98058
(425) 226-0522
Fairwood Library is part of the King County Library system and has books, a good career section,...
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Fairwood Library is part of the King County Library system and has books, a good career section, tapes, dvds, computers and more. Their offerings are available through the internet at http://www.kcls.org . You need to get a library card to check out items. Their career section is often my first target with course listings for many of the area colleges, good references for how to find a job, and some job listings. The computers are in high demand via signup sheets. They have many community programs including tax help, english as a second language etc. The staff are very pleasant and helpful. Huge section of children's books.
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My friend and I eat here every week. The food is incredible and the service is terrific. I'm ...
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My friend and I eat here every week. The food is incredible and the service is terrific. I'm always greeted with a friendly smile. I've tried just about every dish on the menu and all are fantastic. Portions are generous. I recommend the steak Torerro: perfectly prepared steak with grilled onions, mushrooms, and bell pepper! Accompanied with spanish rice, beans, and the delectible coleslaw type salad. I could make a meal off of their mouth watering salsa and chips! And they often make their delicious flour tortillas where you can watch!
Or this one might sound odd, but try the chicken soup! It's outstanding!
Pros: Food, Service, Atmosphere
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I'm telling everyone how great this place is!!!! You have to try it to believe it!!!
Also, you...
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I'm telling everyone how great this place is!!!! You have to try it to believe it!!!
Also, you must try the bubble tea, you will be hooked forever!!!
Pros: Fast, Good Price, Good Food
Cons: None, None, None
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Brotherton Cadillac
Category:
Automobile Dealer Services
215 SW 12th St
Renton,
Washington 98055
(425) 981-1000
what a great experience. we have been everywhere and finally met a store that would listen. we...
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what a great experience. we have been everywhere and finally met a store that would listen. we had a fun time buying the car and our salesperson was GREAT! we never felt badgered, it was easy. I recommend Brotherton BIG TIME!!!!
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Value Village
Category:
Second Hand Goods
1222 Bronson Way N Ste 200
Renton,
Washington 98055
I like shopping at Value Village. They have a great selection of used clothing at very reasonable...
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I like shopping at Value Village. They have a great selection of used clothing at very reasonable prices. This Value Village is larger than most, which means you have more items to choose from. The clothes are organized by category and size so it is easy to find the section you are looking for. I've gotten some great deals on jeans for work!
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My daughter and I drive down to Renton just to visit this one-of-a-kind Mexican restaurant with...
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My daughter and I drive down to Renton just to visit this one-of-a-kind Mexican restaurant with its one-of-a-kind green salsa. The salsa is perfect, slightly acid, and available by the jar to bring home. The rest of the food is tasty also, and the service is excellent. But it's the salsa that just puts it over the top.
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