Insights into how we approach products marketed to assist in lactation and breastfeeding, ethics of discussing products, and a framework for helping parents make decisions about lactation products. Parents are being targeted with marketing of products purported to assist with or support breastfeeding and human milk feeding​ There is a growing need for lactation care providers to consider ethics in relation to lactation-related products and the promotion of chest/breastfeeding and human milk feeding In this episode of The Lactation Training Lab Podcast, we explore What is the relationship between ethics & devices? ​ Provider bias and knowledge of devices​ Inequities in clients’ access to devices​ Difference between public teaching and direct care/counseling of an individual This episode makes reference to Protocol #32 from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine, which you can access here.  Questions or feedback Email [email protected]  or DM me on Instagram @IBCLCinCA

If you work with or care for mothers and parents and their newborns, you need to hear this! It is far too easy to sabotage breastfeeding right from the start, and in this episode we cover 5 major ways it happens every single day.  From the words we use to the instructions and advice we give, everything that happens in and around the First 100 Hours of a baby's life impacts breastfeeding. We've got to get this right or mothers, parents, and their babies pay the price.  Making a bigger impact on the environment in which families are supported to feed their babies begins with accurate information about how breastfeeding and milk production work. When we all start from the same page, we can help parents make progress faster.  If this episode is of interest to you, you may also enjoy my Free Webinar Training called Early Lactation - Milk. You can find it by clicking right here.  If you like The Lactation Training Lab Podcast, please Subscribe and Rate us on iTunes! It actually helps more people see and learn about the podcast. When you Subscribe, you'll never miss an episode.  Breastfeeding reduces the risk of breast cancer, so getting it right - right from Day One - really matters!  - Christine

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, let's look into what we know about how breastfeeding reduces the risk of breast cancer and what we can do to amplify this message. For this episode, I used the research articles listed here at this link: https://bit.ly/3oBTsuD

Are you ready to have better conversations about breastfeeding? Are you prepared to really engage with people who have a lot of negative things to say about it? In this episode, I outline some talking points for highlighting the importance of breastfeeding and I offer some counter-arguments to some common anti-breastfeeding rhetoric.  I've created a PDF of the talking points for you; Download that here. 

On this special episode of The Lactation Training Lab Podcast I'm changing it up and taking you inside the office to see what I've been working on! First we'll talk about a new project I am developing to help you with your social media for breastfeeding advocacy. Next we'll talk CERPs for the courses I offer, The First 100 Hours Masterclass AND Early Birds. Finally, I've been preparing a new presentation for an upcoming event (which has not yet been announced by the organizer) and I take you inside my research and preparation process! I cover the step-by-step process I use to gather information and begin to draft my narrative before I ever get to making the slides. I think you'll appreciate hearing what goes into this process! I hope you enjoy this special episode! I had so much fun opening up the office doors! 

Lactation support can be rewarding, fulfilling, and sometimes frustrating - but not always for the reasons other people imagine. In the latest episode of The Lactation Training Lab Podcast, I reflect on the case that led me to create a strategy for talking to people - ALL people, not just pregnant folks and new parents - about breastfeeding and lactation.  How we share information matters. This episode is a reminder that lactation care providers are primarily educators, guiding clients AND the health care team through the lactation journey with knowledge and practical guidance. Join me! If you like what you hear and you want to get involved in this conversation, join us over in the free Lactation Training Lab Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/LacTrainingLab/. Thanks for listening!

A listener question about how to make an impact with limited lactation resources in a hospital left me reflecting on making small changes. In this episode, we go over some ideas for how to get some momentum going even if your lactation team consists of just YOU! If your hospital is starting to work on Baby Friendly designation or an equivalent, this is the episode for you! 

"How can I stop myself from getting dragged under with my patients?" This question was recently posed to me, and in this episode of The Lactation Training Lab Podcast, I break down why this happens, how it shows up for you, and tools you can use to combat this challenge.  If you're wondering why you're feeling drained all the time, or if you are feeling like your lactation care plans are not working for your clients, I've got some tips for you!  If you've got a question you'd like answered on the podcast, email it to me at [email protected] - you just might be creating the next episode topic! 

Welcome to Episode 13 of The Lactation Training Lab Podcast, titled "Lactation Training 101!" In this episode we tackle the basics of how lactation training and preparation for the IBCLC exam work, and we answer some important questions, like "Should I become a nurse if I want to be a lactation care provider?" and "What if I don't want to be an IBCLC?" Finally, we cover some ground regarding Who Should and Who Should Not be a lactation care provider. Join me for this soon-to-be-classic episode - I promise you'll hear something that makes you stop and think!

In this episode of The Lactation Training Lab Podcast, I'm breaking down why we need everyone to be mentoring! Clinical experience is a critical part of preparation for working in lactation, and IBCLCs need to meet the demand today. Here are some practical suggestions for getting started and some inspiration to make sure you don't procrastinate on this essential part of your lactation practice!