If you are having a difficult time coping with breastfeeding challenges, talk to
your local lactation specialist.
Not exact matches
Leaders and
lactation consultants usually are able to help you find a list of
local health care providers, often ear, nose, and throat (ENT)
specialists, who specialize in assessing and treating a tight frenulum.
If you are encountering a challenge with feeding your infant, contact your
local IBCLC (International Board Certified
Lactation Consultant), La Leche League Leader, WIC Breastfeeding Counselor or another accredited breastfeeding
specialist.
It includes information on
lactation specialists, WIC program contacts, breastfeeding mother groups / coalitions, breast pump rentals and retail purchases, and
local, state and national help lines.
Become familiar with
local breastfeeding resources (eg, WIC clinics, breastfeeding medical and nursing
specialists,
lactation educators and consultants, lay support groups, and breast - pump rental stations) so that patients can be referred appropriately.215 When specialized breastfeeding services are used, the essential role of the pediatrician as the infant's primary health care professional within the framework of the medical home needs to be clarified for parents.
She was a breastfeeding mom 30 years ago and talked about how fortunate women today when there are so many opportunities for qualified support, whether from an International Board Certified
Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) or another breastfeeding
specialist, La Leche League or another
local support group, or the Big Latch On or another awareness - raising activity.