Lactation Consulting Vancouver

What is a Lactation Consultant?

The International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) credential identifies a knowledgeable and experienced member of the maternal-child health team who has specialized skills in breastfeeding management and care.

IBCLCs have passed a rigorous examination that demonstrates the ability to provide knowledgeable, comprehensive lactation and breastfeeding care. Attainment of the IBCLC credential signifies that the practitioner has demonstrated knowledge to:

• work together with mothers to prevent and solve breastfeeding problems
• collaborate with other members of the health care team to provide comprehensive care that protects, promotes and supports breastfeeding
• encourage a social environment that supports breastfeeding families
• educate families, health professionals and policy makers about the far-reaching and long-lasting value of breastfeeding as a global public health imperative

www.americas.iblce.org/what-is-an-ibclc

What can an IBCLC help with:

• Assistance with breastfeeding positions and latch techniques
• Breastfeeding education and support
• Infant feeding and supplementation plans
• Management of breast and nipple issues (nipple pain, engorgement, plugged ducts, mastitis)
• Strategies for increasing and decreasing milk production
• Strategies for weaning and introduction to solids foods
• Strategies for returning to work (pumping, feeding schedules, introducing bottles)
• Nutrition advice for breastfeeding mothers
• Inducting lactation and relactation
• Assistance transitioning infant from bottle to breast

And much more.