Journal of Human Lactation- Discard the Stereotype, Strengthen the Science, and Experience Success
- Developmental Origins of Health and Disease: The Role of Human Milk in Preventing Disease in the 21st Century
- Punching Above Its Weight: Does New Zealand's Responsibility for Protecting, Promoting, and Supporting Breastfeeding Extend beyond Its Own Borders?
- Thickened Milk for the Management of Feeding and Swallowing Issues in Infants: A Call for Interdisciplinary Professional Guidelines
- From Breast Milk to Brains: The Potential of Stem Cells in Human Milk
Monthly Archives: October 2011
The Trend Towards Becoming a “Breastfeeding Friendly” University
Written by: Amber McCann, IBCLC, Owner of Nourish Breastfeeding Support For many of us here in the United States, autumn is about a cool crispness in the air, pumpkin muffins and FOOTBALL! And by football, I mean crazy fans – … Continue reading
Malaysian Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program
Mother-to-Mother Support has been identified as one of the key factors contributing to the success rate of prolonged breastfeeding, or at least exclusive breastfeeding in the first 6 months. In recent years, more and more evidence has arisen on the … Continue reading
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IBCLC Care Award
In 2010, International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners® (IBLCE) and International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA) developed this IBCLC Care Award to recognize and promote facilities that hire/employ International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) as part of their commitment to protect, … Continue reading
Why You Should Have a Facebook Business Page?
When I started my private practice business a few years ago, Facebook had just started to really take off. I only had a personal page, which I used to post pictures of my kids and talk about my life as … Continue reading
Hands-Free Breastfeeding
Most breastfeeding talks and support groups eventually get to the question – “How long should I breastfeed?” As an IBCLC, I offer the AAP Guidelines (American Academy of Pediatrics) as the basis for my answer, as I imagine most of … Continue reading
Clinicians in the Trenches – Leigh Anne O’Connor
Written by: Amber McCann, IBCLC, Owner of Nourish Breastfeeding Support I had the privilege of meeting Leigh Anne O’Connor at a conference last spring. The enthusiasm and confidence that drew me to her translates into the work she does with … Continue reading
IBCLCs Traveling the Globe: Conference in Uppsala, Sweden: Part 2
On September 14-16, 2011, 215 participants from 26 countries around the world took part in a 3 day Neo-BFHI program in Uppsala, Sweden. Ten Australians, from New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria were amongst the multidisciplinary group. The purpose … Continue reading
IBCLCs Traveling the Globe: Uppsala, Sweden: Part 1
Baby-Friendly Neonatal Care Conference and Workshop Uppsala, Sweden, Sept 14-16, 2011 IBCLCs, hospital clinicians, researchers, and lactation professionals from around the world met at the Baby Friendly Neonatal Care Conference and Workshop in Uppsala, Sweden, for a groundbreaking meeting on … Continue reading
