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: June 2012
Playing Sherlock
Written by Diana Cassar-Uhl When we begin our encounter with a mother, whether it’s before she’s discharged from the hospital, on a home visit during the first week, or after she’s struggled to find comfort and confidence in breastfeeding, our assessment of … Continue reading
Speaker Profile: Marsha Walker, RN, IBCLC
During the weeks leading up to the 2012 ILCA Conference, we will be highlighting a number of conference speakers. Watch this space every Friday for more profiles. Marsha Walker, RN, IBCLC Marsha is a registered nurse and international board certified … Continue reading
Posted in ILCA 2012 Conference, Speaker Profile
Tagged 2012 Conference, Marsha Walker, Speaker
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4 Weeks until ILCA 2012! {Fun Things to Do!}
Written by Amber McCann, IBCLC As I look over the 2012 ILCA Conference Brochure, I can barely fathom having the time or energy to partake in anything other than conference sessions, meals and a few precious hours of sleep. But, … Continue reading
Posted in ILCA 2012 Conference
Tagged 2012 Conference, Amber McCann, ilca, JW Marriott, Lazy River, Medieval Times, Spa
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We need your INTERNATIONAL perspective!
Written by Amber McCann, IBCLC In my few short weeks as the new co-editor of Lactation Matters, I have skidded right smack dab into a wall…the wall of realization that my perspective on our profession is overwhelmingly American. Of course, … Continue reading
Speaker Profile: E. Stephen Buescher, MD
During the weeks leading up to the 2012 ILCA Conference, we will be highlighting a number of conference speakers. Watch this space every Friday for more profiles. E. Stephen Buescher, MD Dr. Buescher received his M.D. degree from the Johns … Continue reading
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Tagged 2012 Conference, E. Stephen Buescher, Speaker
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What Do Undergraduates Think about Breastfeeding?
Written by Robin Kaplan, M.Ed., IBCLC It is well known that in the United States, breastfeeding rates are somewhat discouraging. With only 35% of babies exclusively breastfeeding at 3 months and 44.3% receiving any breast milk at all at 6 months, as … Continue reading
Posted in JHL article, Research
Tagged breastfeeding, breastfeeding duration, JHL, research, Robin Kaplan, undergraduates
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5 Weeks until ILCA 2012! {How do I get there and where do I stay?}
Written by Amber McCann, IBCLC Now that we’ve all registered for the 2012 ILCA Conference and are ready to PARTY, it is time to figure out how we’re going to actually get ourselves and suitcases there and make arrangements for … Continue reading
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Tagged 2012 Conference, airport, Amber McCann, hotel, ilca, JW Marriott, Lazy River, Rental Car, Reservations, Shuttle, Taxi
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Great Breastfeeding Blogs to Read!
Written by Amber McCann, IBCLC Blogging has become an incredibly influential part of the media consumed by today’s mothers. In BlogHer’s 2012 Study of Women and Social Media, a sample of women were asked, ““Do you trust the information and … Continue reading
What can breastmilk tell us about breast cancer risk? (Part 2)
Written by Tanya Lieberman, IBCLC Yesterday, we looked at the work Dr. Kathleen Arcaro has been doing using breast milk samples to help determine breast cancer risk. Today, we see how we, as lactation consultants, can be involved in helping … Continue reading
Posted in Breastfeeding News, Research
Tagged Breast Cancer, Breast Milk, Dr. Kathleen Arcaro, research, Tanya Lieberman
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What can breastmilk tell us about breast cancer risk? (Part 1)
Written by Tanya Lieberman, IBCLC This is Part 1 of a 2-part series on the research of Dr. Kathleen Arcaro. Please check back tomorrow about specific information about how to help your clients become involved in this research. To the … Continue reading
Posted in Breastfeeding News, Research
Tagged Breast Cancer, Breast Milk, Dr. Kathleen Arcaro, research, Tanya Lieberman
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