A shame-free public breastfeeding experience is possible: Here’s how
As a breastfeeding parent, it’s natural to have questions and concerns about breastfeeding in public. The last thing you want is to feel policed or...
None of the greats do it solo. Why do we expect parents to?
2024 is an Olympic year. As the CEO of The Lactation Network, I watch competitions like the Games and the U.S. Open for the same reason many do: To...
Breastfeeding is a team sport
What makes an athlete? Hard work. Dedication. Physical stamina. And teamwork. That’s why we think of breastfeeding parents as gold-medal athletes. ...
Joining The Lactation Network as an IBCLC? Here’s what to know.
What are the benefits of joining The Lactation Network (TLN)? Why should I join?
IBCLCs: Stronger together
International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) are dedicated to supporting families throughout their feeding journeys and providing t...
A match made: IBCLCs and the birth community
Many families choose holistic approaches to birth and feeding support, which requires birth workers and lactation consultants to adopt an integrate...
A match made: IBCLCs and pediatricians
Magic happens when IBCLCs and pediatricians collaborate. Babies thrive, and parents are much more likely to meet their feeding goals. Parents who h...
The true value TLN brings to IBCLCs
Are you an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) ready to take your business to the next level? Have you heard your peers ment...
No IBCLC belongs on an island — caring for others doesn’t happen alone
When a person decides to become an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), they take on a role entirely focused on supporting o...
Who are you, IBCLC? Knowing is key to building your social media brand
Knock knock. Who’s there? Anyone? Is your target audience knocking on your business door? Have you recently established your lactation practice, bu...
Lactation consultants: Put your private practice on the map
We see you, IBCLCs. You’ve worked hard to earn your International Board Certified Lactation Consultant credential and laid the foundation to ...
Growing your private practice: Here’s how to build a strong foundation
Whether you are a new lactation consultant (LC) just getting started, an LC transitioning into private practice, or an established LC looking to in...