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Why Choose a Lactation Consultant?
A lactation consultant is a breastfeeding specialist. They have extensive knowledge of and experience with helping families breastfeed their babies. They can help you with making decisions about how to feed your newborn. They can help prepare you to breastfeed. They can help you with breastfeeding problems and questions. They can provide support to continue your breastfeeding experience.
Lactation consultants are trained professionals. They must complete hours of breastfeeding training and hands on experience, as well as pass a 6 hour international exam. They must re-certify every five years by continuing their education and must re-take the exam every ten years.
The International Board of Lactation Consultants Examiners is the professional organization for all internationally board certified lactation consultants (IBCLCs). This means that all IBCLCs must adhere to a code of ethics set out by the board to protect the public, and work within their defined scope of practise- which includes: counselling, providing education, preventing and solving breastfeeding problems, and the promotion of breastfeeding.
Take advantage of this very important health care provider!
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" I almost gave up breastfeeding my first daughter because it was so painful. Becky gave me amazing support, resources and encouragement to help me solve my latch problems. I went on to breastfeed Ameli... "
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" Breastfeeding is not like riding a bicycle. It is very different with each new baby. A new adventure and new territory each time. Becky was very helpful whenever i had questions or concerns. I really ... "
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" Becky has given me both informal and 'technical' support with breastfeeding both of my girls. Her knowledge and compassion have been invaluable. There are many beautiful moments with breastfeeding, bu... "
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" Becky was wonderful! I thought breastfeeding my 3rd baby would be a breeze but I needed help and couldn't get an appointment anywhere for days. She gave me phone and email support the day I called an... "
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