Announcing TLN’s new parent newsletter (with 4 back-to-school tips)!
Yep, it’s back-to-school season. And it can be an exciting time! It can also be… daunting, to say the least. Teachers dig in with lesson plan...
Olympian Allyson Felix shares how her team helps her navigate motherhood, entrepreneurship, and advocacy
It’s not every day that a group of powerhouse women gather to speak openly and honestly about the challenges of navigating motherhood — and how sup...
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. ...
What makes a breastfeeding-friendly space?
If you’ve ever caught unwanted side eyes or critical commentary for breastfeeding in public, you’ve experienced the need for breastfeed...
Know your rights: Breastfeeding in public and private
Breastfeeding is natural. It’s essential to your baby’s health (and yours, too). The breastfeeding relationship is beautiful and deserves to be pro...
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...
The power of an empowered partner: 5 tips to foster breastfeeding support in your family
If you’ve ever set a goal for yourself, whether personally or professionally, you know how difficult it can be to stay focused on the positive outc...
The global and intercultural story of breastfeeding
We may not remember how we were fed as babies, but it’s certain that our caregivers do. Most cultures across the globe tie ritual, meaning, and int...
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...
The Lactation Network increases coverage with UnitedHealthcare
The partnership expands access to comprehensive postpartum care for UnitedHealthcare’s Commercial members across the nation February 15, 2024...
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...