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Why see an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)?

International Board Certified Lactation Consultants are:

*Recognized the world over as possessing the only standardized, board certified lactation credentials available  

*Knowledgeable about up-to-date evidenced-based practices in lactation as demonstrated through a rigorous exam process

*Experienced in a wide variety of complex breastfeeding situations

*Competent to assist mothers with establishing and sustaining breastfeeding, even in the midst of difficulties and high-risk situations that can arise


*Sensitive to the need of both mothers and children as they work to help mothers meet their breastfeeding goals

*Ethical in their practice, abiding by Standards of Practice and a Code of Ethics and working within a defined Scope of Practice


How an IBCLC can help you
  • General breastfeeding support
  • A less than desirable breastfeeding experience previously.
  • Painful or uncomfortable latch
  • Baby is not latching
  • Milk supply issues, including too much or too little.
  •  Help learning your baby's cues, reflexes and when s/he is finished nursing
  • Questions about a medication you are being prescribed
  • Concerned baby is not gaining enough weight
  • Returning to work
  • Choosing and using a breastpump
  • Confidence to breastfeed as long as mother and baby want

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