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“I Finally Called an IBCLC”
One Parent’s Real-Life Experience Most new parents feel anxiety about breastfeeding. In the prenatal stage, prior to giving birth, it’s…
A Letter From Our CEO
On behalf of our team, our lactation consultant partners, and tens of thousands of families across the country, it is my pleasure to (re)introduce …
An IBCLC’s Tips for Storing Your Precious Breast Milk
How to Store Your Liquid Gold It’s Breastfeeding Awareness Month, and there’s no better time to acknowledge that breast milk is a preci…
How to Master Breast Pump Flange Fit
Proper fit is always important, and that’s especially true when it comes to breast pump flanges aka breast shields. Lactating parents who hav…
Alcohol and Breastfeeding: Is It Safe?
When you’ve just given birth, you haven’t imbibed in alcohol for nine (possibly long) months. Perhaps you’ve been counting down t…
Do Nipple Piercings Affect Breastfeeding?
Whether you had your nipples pierced long before breastfeeding was on your radar, or you’re interested in piercing them now, there are some s…
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Articles for EXPECTING PARENTS
“Can I _______ While Pregnant?”
Find out what is and what isn’t off-limits during pregnancy We’ve all been there: You’re pregnant, maybe for the first time, and …
5 Steps to Prenatal Preparation for Breastfeeding
From the moment we find out we’re pregnant, we start to prepare… for everything. But one thing we often neglect – which happens …
9 Baby Registry Must-Haves
Plus, what to leave off your list and our favorite baby registry sites Preparing for a baby is like preparing to run a marathon—you need to r…
Articles for LACTATING PARENTS
5 Ways to Increase Your Breast Milk Supply
Updated June 2020 What to know and what to do when it comes to boosting your milk supply As a new mom, it’s natural to worry about your littl…
Breastfeeding in the Modern Age of Parenting
Why it’s important to be selective about who you trust Breastfeeding in the information age is a blessing and it’s a curse. As moms, we…
Is My Baby Getting Enough Breast Milk?
Signs your baby is getting enough milk One of the most common concerns for new moms is providing enough milk for their babies. Thankfully, although…
Articles for ADVOCATES
How Do I Make My Lactation Practice More Successful?
Whether you’re an IBCLC making the jump to private practice or looking to add a few extra clients to an existing practice, here’s how t...
The Benefits of Breastfeeding: A Timeline for the Ages
Breastfeeding is much more than the act of feeding your baby. It also provides an incredible number of health benefits to you and your baby. And by...
The IBCLC Recertification Process
For International Board Certified Lactation Consultants, education is ongoing. After passing their initial IBCLC examination, they must recertify e...