Friday, October 23rd
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Barn Dance
Dancers of all ages will enjoy moving their feet with The Rivertown String Band as they play old time barn dance tunes. We will also have clowns on site for face painting and fun!
$3 per person age 3 and up or $12 for the entire family
Dancers of all ages will enjoy moving their feet with The Rivertown String Band as they play old time barn dance tunes. We will also have clowns on site for face painting and fun!
$3 per person age 3 and up or $12 for the entire family
Saturday, October 24th
8:00 a.m. Registration opens
8:30 a.m. Welcome & LLL of NE intros
8:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Breakout Session I
101 Surprising Causes of Low Milk Production - A discussion of newly discovered and lesser known causes of low milk production. L-CERP ~ Diana West
102 Parents - We Have the Job, So Let's Enjoy It! - Join us for an interactive discussion between parents as we learn ways to manage those unexpected stumbling blocks that occur along the path to joyful parenting. ~ Marian Tompson
103 Having The Birth You Want - Ideas on how to have the birth you want. Labor support, comfort measures, and relaxation. ~ Rachel Porter, CCE
104 The Role Nutrition Plays in Your Child's Behavior - Many learning and behavior problems begin in your grocery cart! Did you know that the brand of ice cream, cookie, and potato chip you select could have a direct effect on the behavior, health, and ability to learn for you or your children? We will discuss how simple changes to your diet can . Learn a new way of shopping and eating that combines old-fashioned nutrition with modern convenience. ~ Laura Chisholm
10:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Breakout Session II
201 Why Is My Baby Fussy? - Common causes of fussiness in breastfed babies will be described, including oversupply and food allergy. Common allergens and related symptoms will be reviewed, as well as strategies for treatment. L-CERP ~ Dr. Kathryn Leeper
202 Raising Boys - An exploration of the unique traits and needs of boys, and a presentation of ways to allow them to become their best selves in close attachment to their parents. ~ Diana West
203 Everybody on My Lap - Nursing through pregnancy and tandem nursing. A discussion of the joys and concerns of nursing more than one. Suggestions for handling ambivalent feelings and criticism from others. ~ Suzy Landreth, Susan McDowall, Suzy Meyers
204 The Five Love Languages of Children - How we perceive and share love and the ability to communicate well so the message is loud and clear to our children and family. -Brooke Runyan
1:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Breakout Session III
301 New Methods of Increasing Milk Production - An exploration of newly discovered methods for increasing milk production, encompassing new pumping, galactagogue, and management strategies. L-CERP ~ Diana West
302 Nighttime Parenting - Meeting your children's nighttime needs while maximizing sleep for the whole family. Includes a discussion of co-sleeping and the importance of bedtime rituals. ~ Lisa Cooper-Ohm
303 Tools for Loving Guidance - This session will provide parents with specific tools helpful in defining boundaries while respecting both the needs and feelings of their children. Age appropriate expectations will be discussed. ~ Laura Chisholm
304 Interested in Leadership? - Find out what is takes to be a Leader and see if it is a good fit for you. Prerequisites for Leader accreditation will be covered. ~ Jennifer Britson
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Shopping Time and Book signing with Marian Tompson and Diana West
3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Breakout Session IV
401 Why Can’t My Baby Breastfeed Well? Poor Milk Removal: Causes and Solutions - Common causes of poor milk removal in breastfed babies will be described, including shallow latch, nipple shield use and tongue-tie. Suggested treatments, including frenotomy, will be described. Methods of supplementation when necessary will also be reviewed. L-CERP ~ Dr. Kathryn Leeper
402 Mothers and Daughters - As mothers we nurture our daughters through girlhood to becoming young women. Using teachable moments, we guide our girls to make sound choices, become independent, and empower them to learn to listen to their inner voice. ~ Kim Moss-Allen
403 Hot Topics in Breastfeeding: Information for LLL Leaders handling sensitive situations- A discussion of the milk donation policy of LLLI, understanding how Leaders can discuss the use of prescription galactogogues with a mother (including legal implications), and understanding how to help breastfeeding mothers who have questions about custody and visitation. ~ Sara Furr
404 Dad Rap - Share your fathering instincts and concerns in an open atmosphere. Fathers only, please. ~ Troy Easterday, Brian Cooper-Ohm, Dave Thomas
405 Baby Massage - General instruction for massage from the beginning of your baby's life. ~ Yvonne Fenoglio
4:55 p.m. Silent Auction Closes
5:00 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Closing Session
6:30 p.m. - open Pool and Pizza for Leaders and Leader Applicants with families.
Sunday, October 25th
Leader Enrichment Workshop
For LLL Leaders and Leader Applicants Only
8:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. Leader Appreciation and New Leader Ceremony
9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Are You Still Here? Seasons of your LLLife - Keep your LLL leadership alive through the highs and lows of being a long-term leader. ~ Marian Tompson
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Is Baby Getting Enough Milk? - A discussion of accurate evaluation of milk transfer and supplementation in a way that is supportive of breastfeeding. ~ Diana West
9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Are You Still Here? Seasons of your LLLife - Keep your LLL leadership alive through the highs and lows of being a long-term leader. ~ Marian Tompson
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Is Baby Getting Enough Milk? - A discussion of accurate evaluation of milk transfer and supplementation in a way that is supportive of breastfeeding. ~ Diana West