by Christine Staricka, BS, IBCLC, RLC, Trained Childbirth Educator Did they know what they were doing, the women who founded the IBCLC credential and launched a profession? Did they understand they were creating a pathway for incredible ideas for making a difference in the health of babies and young children to be implemented with unbelievable […]
Amplify
Amplify - A collection of new ideas in lactation. A blog from the US Lactation Consultant Association.
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Responding to FridaMom
The recent advertisement from FridaMom, produced for the 2021 Golden Globe awards, depicts the raw truth behind the experience of many lactating parents, especially in the early days. The edited version that aired was a bit more conservative than its original version, but either way, FridaMom achieved something new, rare, and real. Their message was […]
Amplify Black Voices
by Nichelle Clark, IBCLC, CBS, Founder, Black Breastfeeding 365 The origins of Black History Month can be traced back to 1915, when Dr. Carter G. Woodson established the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History. Then, in 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized the month, calling on all Americans “recognize the important contribution […]
USLCA’s Ongoing Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Two years ago, USLCA launched our new Mission, Vision and Values, so like most toddlers at this age we are continuing to push our boundaries (but in a good way!) At the heart of all of those statements is a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusivity (DEI). At the start of our new year, and […]
Beyond the NICU
by Jessica A. Davis, BSN, RN, CCRN, IBCLC I realized that human milk and chest/breastfeeding had not been adopted as the standard of care for neonates born with congenital heart defects during my time as a bedside nurse in the pediatric cardiac intensive care unit at a large, internationally renowned children’s hospital. Support for lactating […]
Revitalizing Your Private Practice
by Denise Altman RN, IBCLC Many (most?) business owners are feeling stuck after all of the challenges of 2020. It’s hard to be creative or inspired when hit with wave after wave of difficulties. When your energy is used for frequent adaption, it seems like that is nothing left for anything else. So what to […]
Vaccination for Lactation Care Providers
The United States Lactation Consultant Association (USLCA) strongly advocates for lactation care providers to be treated as essential healthcare providers in the allocation of the COVID-19 vaccine. Lactation care is an essential public health service that should not be delayed and must continue to be provided throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The Center for Disease Control […]
A Simple Way to Help Parents Remember Biological Based Latching
by Jennifer Jordan, RN, IBCLC I work in a fast-paced hospital setting. With about 6,000 deliveries each year, we are hopping! The parents become easily overwhelmed by the high volume of staff coming in and out of their rooms each day. Top that busyness off with learning how to breastfeed, and their eyes often begin […]
Resolving the contradicting care between Hospital and Outpatient IBCLCs
by Danielle Gauss, IBCLC Anyone who has worked in women’s health can tell you, that one of the biggest hurdles in caring for our patients is consistency. I have new parents reaching out frustrated, confused, and unsure who to trust. Everyone has something different to say, and these exhausted parents turn to “Dr. Google” to […]
Alone in the World
by Dominique Gallo, IBCLC, RLC I live in southwest Virginia. I have a beautiful view of the Appalachian Mountains’ skyline from my back yard. It’s so beautiful here. The area is rural and has a small town feel to it. Lots of mom-and-pop shops and restaurants are here which are my favorite. It’s truly a […]