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A Poem to Celebrate IBCLCs Everywhere!

Hopefully, in the days since IBCLC Day, you’ve received expressions of gratitude and gratefulness for the work you do with breastfeeding families. We received the following poem from Lindsay Giroux, a first-time mother to Eric Ryan (6 months) from Cary, North … Continue reading

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What Makes IBCLCs Essential in Their Communities? {Leslie Stern, RN, CNM, IBCLC}

In celebration of IBCLC Day, we’re asking IBCLCs of all sorts to reflect a bit on what makes them essential within their communities. Today, we highlight Leslie Stern, an IBCLC working in private practice in Durham, NC, USA.  What makes an … Continue reading

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Memorable Moments as an IBCLC – Part Five

What has been one of your most memorable experiences as an IBCLC? Yasmin – The most memorable experience as an IBCLC is when I, as coauthor, conducted first time independent research in which we explored the experiences of women on … Continue reading

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Memorable Moments as an IBCLC – Part Four

What has been one of your most memorable experiences as an IBCLC? Meena Sobsamai  - My most memorable experiences I have had working with a mother and her child in the hospital, in the support group or even on the phone, … Continue reading

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Memorable Moments as an IBCLC – Part Three

What has been one of your most memorable experiences as an IBCLC? Bryna – When I was still interning- I had the experience that would change me deeply- I was working at the lactation clinic and it was a busy … Continue reading

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Memorable Moments as an IBCLC – Part Two

What has been one of your most memorable experiences as an IBCLC? Judy: One of my most memorable experiences as an IBCLC was providing Lactation support in Addis Ababa while working as a volunteer with SIM Ethiopia. A poor Ethiopian … Continue reading

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Memorable Moments as an IBCLC – Part One

What has been one of your most memorable experiences as an IBCLC? Maya: At the 2008 ILCA conference, I sat at the same table as Kathy Parkes one day for lunch. I was reading a book about breastfeeding in Russian. … Continue reading

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IBCLCs Make an Impact …Its time to celebrate!

On March 7, 2012, International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) globally will celebrate their 11th official Annual IBCLC Day. Although it’s not a public holiday, we urge you to take the time to plan a celebration with your colleagues, friends … Continue reading

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How Do You Plan To Celebrate IBCLC Day?

IBCLC Day is March 7, 2012!  Whatever setting you work in and where ever you are in the world, as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant you assist families to make a difference for their infants and young children. IBCLCs … Continue reading

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