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I was looking through old posts and noticed that I blogged about Orlando Peaceful Parents back in May when we had only 60 families in the group.  Since that post on the Central FL Green Guide, we have more than doubled our membership! 
Thanks to our members, we’re becoming an active group again, complete with online [...]

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 A new chapter of the Holistic Moms Network is now forming in Orlando and will be holding an Open House at the University UU Society, 11648 McCulloch Road in Orlando on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at 6:30 p.m.  There will be several items raffled off at the Open House and food and beverages will be [...]

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Yes, you read that right.  Babies R Us is having a breastfeeding info night at their store!!
Breastfeeding: New Mom’s Guide to Nursing
 ”Our informative seminar will help you learn about the benefits of breastfeeding, proper latch-on, different breastfeeding holds, and what you’ll need to have on hand to get started.”
It’s sponsored by Medela.
It seems that they [...]

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Come out and join Orlando Peaceful Parents at Lake Lily Park on Thursday, November 8th at 11am.    We meet once a month.  We’d love to see you!

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Today I worked the Usborne Books booth and helped with the “Mommy, Leave Me Intact” booth at the Central FL Birth Network’s Third Annual Birth Fair. 
Since another consultant was working the booth with me, I had the chance to walk around and meet the other vendors.  Several breastfeeding support organizations were represented as well as local [...]

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In Nov 2006 I had the amazing privilege of bringing my beautiful baby into the world.  It was the most wonderul experience I’ve lived.  I was not prepared however for the emotional rollercoaster that was to come in the following weeks and months.  As a doula, and trained lactation counselor there was no question in [...]

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I attended this wonderful conference last year, and was amazed by the supportive atmosphere and inspirational speakers. I was truly comfortable wearing my baby in a sling from one session to another, and my preschooler and husband had a fantastic time enjoying the pirate ship kids’ pool and the children’s activities.
I felt [...]

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In addition to our local AP parenting groups such as Orlando Peaceful Parents, breastfeeding moms can also find support at their local La Leche League meetings.  Check out the La Leche League of Florida website to find out when and where meetings occur in your county.

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