Experience and Expertise why choose an IBCLC?
There are many who provide breastfeeding support. Yet an IBCLC, which stands for an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant have clinical skills, knowledge, techniques, and scope of practice to help provide expert breastfeeding care. The IBCLC meets rigorous eligibility requirements, passes an examination every 5-10 years and keeps current with continuing education credits. Lactation consultants use a problem solving approach to provide assessment, education, recommendations, and referral to other health care providers.