M.W. asks from Mesa, AZ on September 18, 2008
Looking for Mom's/breastfeeding Club in Mesa
I have a two-week old baby, and I am looking for a local group of moms -- particularly those that breastfeed. My husband works second shift, and I am really eager to get out of the house. I don't know anyone esle who breastfeeds, and I would really welcome the interation with other women.
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A.G. answers from Phoenix on September 19, 2008
Hi M.,
Every Wednesday Morning at 11 AM, there is a breast feeding group that meets in Chandler at the Morrison Building next door to Chandler Regional Hospital. It is a great way to meet other moms. From Frye and Dobson, head east on Frye two blocks. The Morrison building is on the South side of the road and has a blue roof. You can't miss it,
Also, every 1st and 2nd Tuesday of the month there is a moms group that meets there as well. Not everyone breastfeeds, but a majority seem to.
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C.D. answers from Phoenix on September 19, 2008
There was one in Gilbert awhile ago, that I'd found through La Leche. But another resource is to see if BestFed is still in business. It's a maternity/newborn store and was great at helping new moms. They usually know of clubs around. They were at Alma School and baseline, SE corner. Phone is ###-###-####. Good luck and congratulations on your little blessing!
E.H. answers from Phoenix on September 19, 2008
There is a group at the Banner Gateway hospital that meets at 10:00 every Thursday. It is run by a lactation consultant who is very helpful with any questions you may have. It is a very relaxed and informal group. It is open to anyone. This group was truly a lifesaver for me!!!
T.P. answers from Phoenix on September 19, 2008
I went to Doris Christiansen's group (lactation consultant). Pump-n-go.com, she welcomes anyone. She has a topic each time and then just hanging out so it is good if you only have one baby (at home with you).
P.M. answers from Phoenix on September 19, 2008
I would definitely give La Leche League a try. Each group usually has two types of meetings: ones especially for information, which are open to everyone, and ones for "core moms" who have already attended all four informational meetings and want to talk about a wider range of subjects. Many women attend both meetings each month, and sometimes time moms form playgroups for their older kids.
Each group has a library of books that members can check out, and the groups talk about all kinds of things: food and cooking, raising older kids, health care, etc.
Go to http://www.lalecheleague.com and they will have listings for a local group for you.
L.M. answers from Phoenix on September 19, 2008
Doris (pump-n-go.com) is the best thing that has ever happened to us! Her knowledge is incredible, you can ask her anything and get a straight answer. This is so wonderful as a new parent. I don't know what I would've done without the bf-ing support all of these months. We go on Tuesdays, would love to see you there! Good luck, and congratulations on breastfeeding, it's one of the best things I could do for my baby. Good luck!
E.B. answers from Phoenix on September 19, 2008
Here's a good club in North Mesa that I've been to. It is a breastfeeding group for Mom's with kids up to the age of 1. I really had a good time and she always teaches us something when we are there. The lady's name in charge is Doris Christensen.
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V.T. answers from Phoenix on September 19, 2008
I see that Doris comes highly recommended! She was very helpful! Our baby was just born on Aug 26, so our babies are the same age & so are we, I'm 34 also. We will be going to our 1st group this coming Tues, unless we sleep through like we did last week. Hope to see you there! Sara
K.C. answers from Phoenix on September 19, 2008
Pump-n-go moms is an awesome group it is ran by a great lady who is a lactation consultant. The Mesa group meets every Thursday here is the website http://www.pump-n-go.com/moms%20group.htm
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