As Certified Breastfeeding Counselors (CBC), we are passionate about the life-changing benefits of human milk, and we’re not alone. We’re also not alone in knowing there’s a lack of breastfeeding support. In the heart of Bristol, a unique social enterprise called Human Milk, founded by Claire Tchaikowski, is working to ensure that the advantages of […]
Why Prenatal Breastfeeding Education is Important
As a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC), your role is to help support families in all stages of lactation. One of the best ways to support parents in all stages is by helping them with prenatal breastfeeding education. Prenatal breastfeeding education is important because it helps parents go into lactation with realistic expectations. We are not […]
The Benefits of a Double Electric Pump
As a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC), it’s essential to stay informed about practices that optimize milk expression. Double pumping—simultaneously expressing milk from both breasts—offers several benefits over single pumping. With more parents opting to express milk, you are likely to have parents ask you what pump they need. Helping them understand the benefits of a […]
5 Important Breastfeeding Benefits For Lactating Parents
As a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor, you are likely keenly aware of breastfeeding benefits for lactating parents. However, it is always helpful to be reminded of why our work is so important. While breastfeeding is natural, it can take quite a bit of work and a lot of commitment. When we understand why it is worth […]
Iron Deficient Anemia and Milk Supply – What CBCs Need to Know
As a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor, you support clients throughout their breastfeeding journey. A common concern many breastfeeding parents have is milk supply. As a CBC, we do not diagnose, treat, or provide direct medical advice. However, we do help parents problem solve. It is not uncommon for parents to ask about anemia and milk supply. […]
Breastfeeding to Sleep – Why You Can Encourage Clients It’s Okay
As a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC), you will be asked about all things breastfeeding and babies. Many parents find breastfeeding to sleep works great, but they hear it’s a “bad habit” and they need to avoid doing it. As a CBC familiar with typical breastfeeding physiology, you can encourage parents that if they want to […]