Reasons why taking a comprehensive lactation education course is the best way to set you up to pass the IBCLC exam.
Top lactation consultants share their best tips & tricks to encourage your baby to latch deeper for more comfortable breastfeeding and better milk transfer....
There is SO much information about breastfeeding out there, but there are also SO many myths. Today Katie and I are sharing some of our least favorite myths, because I think they can hurt your breastfeeding journey. Today’s guest is Katie Clark, The Breastfeeding Mama Katie Clark is a proud mother of three little boysContinue Reading
I see many new families in the hospital, breastfeeding clinic, and in their homes with my private practice, and I hear many common questions. One of the recurring themes comes across in statements…
This is the “whole shebang” bundle! It has all of my teaching aids (except the cervical dialation tool which you can buy here:- https://etsy.me/2So1O7D ) It includes:- :- Baby (colour of your choice) :- Uterus :- Placenta :- First Days of Poop nappy/diaper (to demo fecal changes) :- Breast (colour of your choice) :- Sperm :- Belly Balls (to demo newborn tummy size, cherry, walnut, apricot, egg) All made from Premium Acrylic Yarn (vegan friendly), Safety Eyes, Embroidery Thread and Super Soft Toy Filling.
Fred nursing on the subway at 3 years of age A big thank you to Mayim Bialik for contributing this special guest post. Mayim writes about The Big Bang...
I rank and review the best, most helpful books for lactation consultants, including some just for private practice lactation professionals.
The best bottles for breastfed babies have a gradual slope from tip to base and are slow flow. An OT shares the best options.
Ace the photo portion of the IBLCE exam, earn 20.4 L-CERPs and contact hours, and master clinical skills for your career with our most versatile course yet.
This Keto lactation shake is amazing for breastfeeding mamas needing a sweet, lactation boost, but wanting to stay low in carbs.
Empower your parenthood journey with Jennifer, a Certified Lactation Counselor & Doula. Joyful support for breastfeeding & birth experiences!
How to preserve your "liquid gold" when your power goes out, plus some tips for pump-dependent mothers.
1000 Lactation Terms You Should Know If you are planning to sit for the IBCLC® exam, knowing your terminology is a basic key to success!…
Tips to Increase Milk Supply. Increasing breastmilk - during the newborn stage establishing your milk supply can be affected by everything, even emotions...
Becoming an independent childbirth educator is exciting and rewarding, but not necessarily straightforward. It is easy to become overwhelmed with your options, or you may not know even where to begin. Becoming a childbirth educator is, in essence, starting your own business. This article will give you a starting point on your journey to teaching childbirth classes, one of the most rewarding and important jobs you could choose. First, consider some of the logistics of teaching:
CAPPA is an international certification organization for Doulas, Childbirth Educators and Lactation Educators. Since our foundation in 1998, we have certified thousands of perinatal professionals. As one of the first and most comprehensive perinatal organizations in the world, CAPPA is respected for its longevity and its commitment to excellence in…
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