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Exam Prep
What Scaled Scoring Means for the IBCLC Exam — and What It Doesn’t
Techniques
Craniosacral Therapy and Breastfeeding: What the Evidence Tells Us
Clinical Skills
The Risks of Formula Feeding: What You Need to Know
Clinical Skills
Thrush and Breastfeeding: What Lactation Professionals Need to Know
Clinical Skills
The Apgar Score: History, Application, and Relevance for Lactation Professionals
Clinical Skills
Telelactation: Expanding Access, Advancing Equity, and Knowing When It's Appropriate
Clinical Skills
Swaddling and Breastfeeding: What the Evidence Really Says
Clinical Skills
Growth, Not Health: The Formula Industry’s Standard
Evidence-Based Practice
How Did We Get Here? A Lactation Educator’s Deep Dive Into the Tongue-Tie Obsession
Clinical Skills
PCOS and Breastfeeding: What Lactation Professionals Need to Know
Clinical Skills
Coombs-Positive Jaundice in Newborns: Implications for Breastfeeding Support
Clinical Skills
Understanding Jaundice in Breastfed Infants: What Lactation Consultants Need to Know
Physiology & Endocrinology
Cranial Nerves in Breastfeeding: The Neural Pathways of Suck, Swallow, and Rooting
Become an IBCLC
Inside the IBCLC Exam: How Questions Are Developed, Scored, and What the Pass Rates Mean
Physiology & Endocrinology
Suck–Swallow–Breathe: The Infant Anatomy Behind Feeding Coordination
Grow as an IBCLC
Milk Banking 101: Part 3 – The Global Landscape of Milk Banking: Access, Ethics, and Equity
Grow as an IBCLC
Milk Banking 101 – Part 2: Inside the Milk Bank – Safety and Science of Donor Milk
Grow as an IBCLC
Milk Banking 101 – Part 1: A History of Milk Banking
Evidence-Based Practice
Sunflower Lecithin for Clogged Ducts: Exploring the Theory and Evidence
Grow as an IBCLC
Understanding Infant Nutritional Needs: Term vs. Preterm
Grow as an IBCLC
Root to Rise: Understanding Newborn Reflexes and Their Role in Feeding
Grow as an IBCLC
Feeding Behaviors by Age: What’s Normal and What’s Not
Private Practice
A Week in the Life of a Private Practice IBCLC: 15 Visits, Countless Stories
Grow as an IBCLC
What to Feel For: A Lactation Professional’s Guide to Digital Oral Exams
Grow as an IBCLC
Breastfeeding and Neurodivergence: Supporting Autistic Dyads in Clinical Lactation
Evidence-Based Practice
Breast Hypoplasia: What Lactation Professionals Need to Know
Evidence-Based Practice
Evidence-Based Treatments and Support for Low Milk Supply: Part 2
Evidence-Based Practice
Understanding Low Milk Supply—Definitions, Causes, and Diagnosis: Part 1
Uncategorized
Nipple Pain in Breastfeeding: Causes and Evidence-Based Healing Strategies
Grow as an IBCLC
Understanding Infant Growth: How to Use WHO Charts to Support Breastfeeding Dyads
Grow as an IBCLC
Understanding Growth Charts: Monitoring Growth in the First 24 Months
Evidence-Based Practice
Breast Pumps: History, Safety, Evidence, and Equity in Infant Feeding
Evidence-Based Practice
Understanding Delayed Lactogenesis II: Risk Factors and Strategies for Support
Evidence-Based Practice
Moist Wound Healing for Nipple Pain: How It Compares to Other Treatments
Grow as an IBCLC
Scope, Safety, and Sustainability: The Power of Referrals in Lactation Consulting
News
Announcing Our New Name: Lactation Consultant Toolkit!
Evidence-Based Practice
Peppermint Water for Wound Healing: A Natural Ally in Breastfeeding Care
News
New in Lactation Consultant Toolkit: Weighted Feeds + Metric-Only Mode!
Private Practice
Milestone Lactation Visits: Supporting Breastfeeding Through Every Stage
Hospital Pracitce
Hypertension and Breastfeeding: What Lactation Professionals Need to Know
Private Practice
The Impact of In-Home Lactation Support on Breastfeeding Outcomes: A Review of the Evidence
Grow as an IBCLC
Ensuring Breast Pump Safety: A Guide for Lactation Consultants
Evidence-Based Practice
The Tongue-Tie Debate: What Lactation Consultants Need to Know
Evidence-Based Practice
Milk Storage and Pasteurization: What Lactation Professionals Need to Know
Grow as an IBCLC
The WHO Code of Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes: A Guide for Lactation Consultants
Grow as an IBCLC
Guide for Lactation Consultants: Medications and Breastfeeding
Grow as an IBCLC
Raynaud’s Phenomenon of the Nipple: A Guide for Lactation Consultants
Become an IBCLC
Decoding Lactation Credentials: Understanding the Roles, Training, and Accreditation of Breastfeeding Professionals
Grow as an IBCLC
Exploring Breastfeeding Assessment Tools: Guiding Practice with Evidence-Based Methods
Gear
Introducing the Lactation Consultant Toolkit App: Tools to Improve Your Lactation Practice
Grow as an IBCLC
Understanding Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex (D-MER): Causes, Incidence, Treatments, and Real Stories
Evidence-Based Practice
Nutritional and Water Requirements for Lactation: Impact on Milk Quality, Quantity, and Infant Health
Evidence-Based Practice
The Importance of Case Studies in Lactation Practice
Evidence-Based Practice
Effective Solutions for Nipple Pain: Evidence-Based Treatments to Support Breastfeeding Success
Evidence-Based Practice
Cabbage Leaves for Engorgement: A Literature Review
Evidence-Based Practice
Why Evidence-Based Practice is Non-Negotiable for Lactation Consultants
Grow as an IBCLC
The Role of Ethics and Professionalism in Lactation Consulting
Evidence-Based Practice
The Magic of Skin-to-Skin: A Simple Act with Lasting Impact
Grow as an IBCLC
Managing Hypoglycemia in a Breastfed Newborn: Protecting Breastfeeding While Ensuring Safety
Private Practice
Why Pediatrician Reports Matter: A Guide for IBCLCs
Evidence-Based Practice
Managing Hyperbilirubinemia in Breastfeeding Infants: Protecting Breastfeeding While Treating Jaundice
Grow as an IBCLC
Supporting Breastfeeding Moms of Multiples: Practical Tips and Evidence-Based Guidance for Lactation Consultants
Grow as an IBCLC
Essential Medical Documentation for Lactation Consultants: Protecting Your Practice and Clients
Private Practice
How to Stay HIPAA Compliant in Your Lactation Private Practice
Evidence-Based Practice
Navigating Nipple Shields: A Practical Guide for Lactation Professionals
Become an IBCLC
Understanding the IBCLC Scope of Practice: What’s In, What’s Out, and Navigating Grey Areas
Become an IBCLC
How to Become an IBCLC: A Step-by-Step Guide
Evidence-Based Practice
Understanding Tongue-Tie and Its Impact on Breastfeeding – What the Latest Evidence Says
Grow as an IBCLC
Empowering Change: Why IBCLCs Should Join Breastfeeding Task Forces and Coalitions
Grow as an IBCLC
Mastering Critical Analysis: A Guide for Lactation Professionals to Evaluate Research Papers
Grow as an IBCLC
Unlocking Research: A Step-by-Step Guide for Lactation Professionals on Reading Research Papers
Grow as an IBCLC
Empowering Lactation Professionals: A Guide to Locating Scientific Evidence About Breastfeeding
Grow as an IBCLC
Evaluating Evidence: Power Pumping
Grow as an IBCLC
Case Study: Cascade of Problems Impacts Breastfeeding
Grow as an IBCLC
Mastering Intake Calculations for Breastfeeding Success: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals
Private Practice
Seamless Support: Navigating the Flow of In-Home Lactation Visits
Grow as an IBCLC
Lactation Case Study: Poor weight gain at 5 months
Grow as an IBCLC
A Detailed Look at Alternative Feeding Methods for Supplementing Breastfed Babies: A Guide for Lactation Consultants
Grow as an IBCLC
Staying Ahead of the Curve: A Guide to Keeping Up with the Latest in Lactation Research
Gear
Stethoscopes: Unveiling Their Importance in Breastfeeding Assessments
Gear
Essential Tools: The Integral Role of Scales for the Lactation Consultant
Gear
Enhancing Your Practice: The Strategic Use of Breast Models for Lactation Consultants
Private Practice
Mastering the Art of Note-Taking: Essential Tips for Lactation Consultants During Visits
Private Practice
Essentials for Success: A Lactation Consultant's Guide to Assembling the Perfect Practice Bag
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