It is common for new parents to ask if breastfeeding challenges are hereditary. Perhaps their mother was unable to breastfeed or did not breastfeed long. They may wonder if this means they will have difficulty too. Generally, many breastfeeding challenges are related to breastfeeding management and not hereditary physiological challenges. That said, there are certainly […]
Building Confidence in Breastfeeding
As a certified breastfeeding counselor (CBC), you provide support throughout many stages of lactation. One of the most important things you can for your clients is aid in building confidence in breastfeeding. While breastfeeding is a biological norm, it is not always easy or without complications. The early days and weeks can be challenging. It […]
World Health Organization Breastfeeding – What Does WHO Recommend?
As Certified Breastfeeding Counselors (CBC), it is important we stay up to date with evidenced-based information. The World Health Organization breastfeeding recommendations are a great source of information. The World Health Organization provides population level information, statistics, and recommendations. Their recommendations are meant to provide evidenced-based information about what works for most of a population. […]
Lactation After Loss
As Certified Breastfeeding Counselors (CBC), we support families in all stages of lactation. With one in four women experiencing a pregnancy or infant loss in their lifetime, we will inevitably support loss parents at some point in our career. Being familiar with lactation after loss is an important part of our role in supporting families. […]
Triple Feeding – The Trend Exhausting New Parents
As someone who gave birth sixteen years ago and entered birth work shortly after, triple feeding seems like a trend. Why? Well, it simply wasn’t frequently recommended as affordable double electric breast pumps weren’t readily available. As doulas in the home and certified breastfeeding counselors (CBC) after hospital discharge, we run into supporting exhausted parents […]
Stages of Breastfeeding
As a Certified Breastfeeding Counselor, you will learn the different stages of breastfeeding. As a CBC, your training includes a variety of information you will need to remember. However, some information you need a basic understanding of, and then the ability to look up specifics. Afterall, it can be difficult to remember every detail. In […]