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Important Update: Changes to IBLCE Policies for Initial IBCLC Candidate Preparation Courses

Monday, 13 October 2025
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At Lactation Education Resources, we’re committed to providing high-quality education that prepares you to become the best lactation consultant you ca...

Changes to CERP Availability at LER

Monday, 13 October 2025
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At Lactation Education Resources, we’re committed to providing high-quality education that prepares you to become the best lactation consultant you ca...

How to Support a Breastfeeding Family with a Hospitalized Child

Wednesday, 01 October 2025
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The phone rings. It's a parent whose breastfed toddler has just been admitted to hospital with pneumonia. He's on oxygen, struggling to feed, and the ...

Lactation Basics

Tuesday, 17 June 2025
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As a public health nurse, you form a vital connection between new families and the healthcare system. Helping parents with infant feeding is a crucial...

Breastfeeding and Food Security: The Complex Connection

Tuesday, 01 April 2025
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Both in times of calm and in times of crisis, exclusive breastfeeding equals first food security. Having a safe, reliable source of nutrition and prot...

Eight Tips For Planning Your IBLCE Exam Study Schedule

Tuesday, 03 November 2020
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You are planning to sit for the exam in April or September. How should you plan your study schedule? We asked Angela Love-Zaranka, BA, IBCLC, RLC, FIL...

Down to the Wire: Top Tips for Last Minute Exam Prep

Friday, 03 September 2021
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Months ago, you decided to sit the IBCLC exam. Now, it’s almost here. Maybe your studying has gone well and you are feeling confident. Maybe life has ...

IBLCE Exam Prep: Tips for Medication Questions

Thursday, 13 August 2020
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Preparing for Medication Questions When you're preparing for the IBCLC exam, especially those without a medical background, the medication questions c...

Picture Perfect: Five Ways to Ace Photo Questions on the Exam

Thursday, 30 July 2020
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If you are prepping for the IBCLC exam, you probably already know the exam is a very visual experience. Photos are everywhere – and nearly every quest...

Can I Count It? Accruing Clinical Hours for Healthcare Providers

Friday, 26 November 2021
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If you're a healthcare professional who is considering becoming an IBCLC, you probably have one big question. How does the work I have already done (o...

Certification Playbook: Lactation Specific Education

Monday, 28 March 2022
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Ninety-five hours of lactation-specific education … in some ways, it’s the heart and soul of your preparation for the IBCLC exam. Your ability to answ...

Breastfeeding as a Non-Birthing Parent: New Resources from Alyssa Schnell

Saturday, 29 August 2020
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A parent schedules a prenatal consult with you and explains, “I am expecting a baby via surrogate, and I’m interested in inducing lactation. But I’m n...

The IBCLC for Healthcare Providers

Thursday, 16 January 2025
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If you’re a healthcare professional interested in earning your IBCLC, you’re in good company! More providers are discovering the rewards and opportuni...

Your Go-To Guide

Monday, 13 January 2025
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If you're an IBCLC or planning to become one, 2025 brings an important new change! Starting in 2025, the IBCLC Commission requires training on the Int...

Is Your NICU Doing the BreaSteps?

Tuesday, 19 December 2023
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For parents of premature babies and the NICU staff who take care of them, it’s a mountain-top moment: the first time the baby latches and takes signif...

Make No Mistake: Skin Tone Matters in Lactation Assessment

Tuesday, 30 November 2021
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A few years ago, scientists studying Lyme Disease in an area of Appalachia (United States) noticed something strange. A lot more people with fair skin...

The IBCLC May Be Closer Than You Think!

Saturday, 29 August 2020
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So many people who are excited about working in the lactation field begin by earning a certification like Certified Lactation Educator, Certified Lact...

Why does it take so long to get my IBCLC exam results?

Monday, 26 October 2020
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You sat the IBCLC exam recently, and are now counting the (many long) days until your exam results are available. We regularly get asked why it takes ...

10 Things Lactation Consultants Need to Know About Engorgement

Monday, 04 January 2021
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Breast engorgement … it’s a common problem, but did you know that it can also be very serious, even leading to loss of milk supply and failed breastfe...

The Mentor Match: A Real World Guide To Finding a Lactation Mentor

Thursday, 28 January 2021
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On the journey to becoming an IBCLC, few things are as helpful as having a mentor. Whether you’re just starting to explore the field, or already know ...

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