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
*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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