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The Lactation Management and Exam Preparation Course is a comprehensive review of the skills and knowledge needed for evidence-based professional lactation consultant practice. The course will help prepare candidates for the certification examination sponsored by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE).

The Lactation Management and Exam Preparation Course is a comprehensive review of the skills and knowledge needed for evidence-based professional lactation consultant practice. The course will help prepare candidates for the certification examination sponsored by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE).

Featured Speakers:
Carol Suchy RN, BSN, IBCLC
Barbara M. Tcheng, MD
Elaine Robertson, IBCLC

The Lactation Management and Exam Preparation Course is a comprehensive review of the skills and knowledge needed for evidence-based professional lactation consultant practice. The course will help prepare candidates for the certification examination sponsored by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE).

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The Lactation Management and Exam Preparation Course is a comprehensive review of the skills and knowledge needed for evidence-based professional lactation consultant practice. The course will help prepare candidates for the certification examination sponsored by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE).

The Lactation Management and Exam Preparation Course is a comprehensive review of the skills and knowledge needed for evidence-based professional lactation consultant practice. The course will help prepare candidates for the certification examination sponsored by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE).

The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM) would like to invite you to attend the 3rd European Regional Conference and Course on Breastfeeding Medicine from March 20-21, 2010 in Torun, Poland. In addition to the International Meetings in the USA, ABM is cooperating with the Copernicus University of Torun to host a European meeting of physicians on breastfeeding topics. This meeting will include speakers from different European countries and the United States and will concentrate on the discussion of breastfeeding issues for both mother and child.

Purpose of Symposium: Since 2005, academic scholars, practitioners, and activists have gathered together for a regular symposium on Breastfeeding and Feminism. The 2007 and 2009 symposia was funded in part by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Women’s Health. Over the years, the symposia have illuminated major constraints mothers experience as they seek to breastfeed their children in the 21st century.

The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM) would like to invite you to attend the 3rd European Regional Conference and Course on Breastfeeding Medicine from March 20-21, 2010 in Torun, Poland. In addition to the International Meetings in the USA, ABM is cooperating with the Copernicus University of Torun to host a European meeting of physicians on breastfeeding topics. This meeting will include speakers from different European countries and the United States and will concentrate on the discussion of breastfeeding issues for both mother and child.

Comprehensive breastfeeding management training

Practical skills that will make you more effective in your job

Time-saving hospital strategies that make breastfeeding a success

Strategies and tips for special circumstances - premies, Down Syndrome,
newborns affected by medications, and more

How to talk to mothers in a way that encourages them to choose breastfeeding

Public Health/WIC strategies that work to increase breastfeeding success

Confidence building knowledge and skills

The Certified Lactation Specialist Course is designed for the aspiring lactation consultant or nurses, physicians, midwives, dieticians, breastfeeding assistants or others desirous of improving their knowledge base and skills in working with the breastfeeding dyad. All areas included on the IBLCE exam are addressed. The 5 day course provides the needed number of continuing education in lactation to qualify to sit for the IBLCE exam.

Day One
History of Breastfeeding: Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative
Promotion of breastfeeding, teaching classes and addressing myths

Comprehensive breastfeeding management training

Practical skills that will make you more effective in your job

Time-saving hospital strategies that make breastfeeding a success

Strategies and tips for special circumstances - premies, Down Syndrome,
newborns affected by medications, and more

How to talk to mothers in a way that encourages them to choose breastfeeding

Public Health/WIC strategies that work to increase breastfeeding success

Confidence building knowledge and skills

The Certified Lactation Specialist Course is designed for the aspiring lactation consultant or nurses, physicians, midwives, dieticians, breastfeeding assistants or others desirous of improving their knowledge base and skills in working with the breastfeeding dyad. All areas included on the IBLCE exam are addressed. The 5 day course provides the needed number of continuing education in lactation to qualify to sit for the IBLCE exam.

Day One
History of Breastfeeding: Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative
Promotion of breastfeeding, teaching classes and addressing myths

Comprehensive breastfeeding management training

Practical skills that will make you more effective in your job

Time-saving hospital strategies that make breastfeeding a success

Strategies and tips for special circumstances - premies, Down Syndrome,
newborns affected by medications, and more

How to talk to mothers in a way that encourages them to choose breastfeeding

Public Health/WIC strategies that work to increase breastfeeding success

Confidence building knowledge and skills

The Certified Lactation Specialist Course is designed for the aspiring lactation consultant or nurses, physicians, midwives, dieticians, breastfeeding assistants or others desirous of improving their knowledge base and skills in working with the breastfeeding dyad. All areas included on the IBLCE exam are addressed. The 5 day course provides the needed number of continuing education in lactation to qualify to sit for the IBLCE exam.

Day One
History of Breastfeeding: Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative
Promotion of breastfeeding, teaching classes and addressing myths

See brochure for details.

Featuring: Teresa Pitman

The course is meant for any person wishing to understand the practice of and issues surrounding breastfeeding more fully. The goal of the INFACT Canada/IBFAN North America breastfeeding course is to facilitate the need to provide those working with mothers and their families, the information required to adequately support breastfeeding.

Speaker: Ginna Wall MN,RN,IBCLC

Tuition: $135.00 before March 1 / $150.00 after March 1 (FMH Employees and Nursing Students : $75.00) $125 for 2 or more registrations mailed or called in together before March 1st.

Topics include: Maternal reasons for not exlusively breastfeeding;Infant reasons for not exclusively breastfeeding; going baby freindly:talking with mothers;health care advice that leads to not exclusively breastfeeding; going baby friendly:talking with co-workers.

Comprehensive breastfeeding management training

Practical skills that will make you more effective in your job

Time-saving hospital strategies that make breastfeeding a success

Strategies and tips for special circumstances - premies, Down Syndrome,
newborns affected by medications, and more

How to talk to mothers in a way that encourages them to choose breastfeeding

Public Health/WIC strategies that work to increase breastfeeding success

Confidence building knowledge and skills

The Certified Lactation Specialist Course is designed for the aspiring lactation consultant or nurses, physicians, midwives, dieticians, breastfeeding assistants or others desirous of improving their knowledge base and skills in working with the breastfeeding dyad. All areas included on the IBLCE exam are addressed. The 5 day course provides the needed number of continuing education in lactation to qualify to sit for the IBLCE exam.

Day One
History of Breastfeeding: Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative
Promotion of breastfeeding, teaching classes and addressing myths

The course is meant for any person wishing to understand the practice of and issues surrounding breastfeeding more fully. The goal of the INFACT Canada/IBFAN North America breastfeeding course is to facilitate the need to provide those working with mothers and their families, the information required to adequately support breastfeeding.

Comprehensive breastfeeding management training

Practical skills that will make you more effective in your job

Time-saving hospital strategies that make breastfeeding a success

Strategies and tips for special circumstances - premies, Down Syndrome,
newborns affected by medications, and more

How to talk to mothers in a way that encourages them to choose breastfeeding

Public Health/WIC strategies that work to increase breastfeeding success

Confidence building knowledge and skills

The Certified Lactation Specialist Course is designed for the aspiring lactation consultant or nurses, physicians, midwives, dieticians, breastfeeding assistants or others desirous of improving their knowledge base and skills in working with the breastfeeding dyad. All areas included on the IBLCE exam are addressed. The 5 day course provides the needed number of continuing education in lactation to qualify to sit for the IBLCE exam.

Day One
History of Breastfeeding: Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative
Promotion of breastfeeding, teaching classes and addressing myths

Faculty

This 3-day workshop explores the rationale behind research-based guidelines to infant feeding and provides the fundamentals for all healthcare staff to manage early breastfeeding issues with accuracy and confidence. This workshop focuses on prenatal and hospital care and is an ideal staff training for The Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative.

This 3-day workshop explores the rationale behind research-based guidelines to infant feeding and provides the fundamentals for all healthcare staff to manage early breastfeeding issues with accuracy and confidence. This workshop focuses on prenatal and hospital care and is an ideal staff training for The Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative.

This 3-day workshop explores the rationale behind research-based guidelines to infant feeding and provides the fundamentals for all healthcare staff to manage early breastfeeding issues with accuracy and confidence. This workshop focuses on prenatal and hospital care and is an ideal staff training for The Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative.

Holistic Practices in Lactation: A Workshop for Lactation Consultants, Midwives and Doulas with Jennifer Tow, IBCLC

Zenana Spa
2024 SE Clinton, Portland, Oregon 97202
www.zenana-spa.com

Friday, April 2, 2010
9:00am - 5:00pm
and
Saturday, April 3, 2010
1:30-7:30pm

Cost: $250 Both Days
Day 1 only—Friday: $150 Lunch Included
As Day 2 relies upon the information learned in Day 1, it cannot be attended separately.

Holistic Practices in Lactation: A Workshop for Lactation Consultants, Midwives and Doulas with Jennifer Tow, IBCLC

Zenana Spa
2024 SE Clinton, Portland, Oregon 97202
www.zenana-spa.com

Friday, April 2, 2010
9:00am - 5:00pm
and
Saturday, April 3, 2010
1:30-7:30pm

Cost: $250 Both Days
Day 1 only—Friday: $150 Lunch Included
As Day 2 relies upon the information learned in Day 1, it cannot be attended separately.

Speakers:

Brandey Ackerman, RD
Medical Student,
TTUHSC – School of Medicine

Gina Akin, BS
WIC Wellness Works Senior Program Coordinator,
Dept. of Kinesiology & Health Education
The University of Texas at Austin

Jenna Anding, PhD, RD
Associate Professor & Associate Department Head,
Dept. of Nutrition & Food Science, Texas AgriLife Extension Service

Kristina Arrieta, MPH, IBCLC
Training Specialist IV,
Texas Dept. of State Health Services (DSHS)

Rosana Arruda, MS, BS
Nutritionist Consultant,
WIC – Houston Dept. of Health and Human Services

Speakers:

Brandey Ackerman, RD
Medical Student,
TTUHSC – School of Medicine

Gina Akin, BS
WIC Wellness Works Senior Program Coordinator,
Dept. of Kinesiology & Health Education
The University of Texas at Austin

Jenna Anding, PhD, RD
Associate Professor & Associate Department Head,
Dept. of Nutrition & Food Science, Texas AgriLife Extension Service

Kristina Arrieta, MPH, IBCLC
Training Specialist IV,
Texas Dept. of State Health Services (DSHS)

Rosana Arruda, MS, BS
Nutritionist Consultant,
WIC – Houston Dept. of Health and Human Services

This intensive, fast-paced, evidence-based Cram Course is designed as a review course for practitioners preparing to take the IBLCE exam for initial or recertification.

Day 1
7:30am - 5:30pm

Anatomy of the Breast and the Physiology of Milk Production
Composition of Human Milk
Public Health, Epidemiology
Update on IBLCE
Study Strategies, Test-taking Skills
Infant Anatomy & Physiology
Maternal Health Issues Related to Breastfeeding
Technology
First Slide Review

Day 2
7:30am - 5:30pm

Pharmacology, Toxicology
Psychology, sociology and anthropology

The thirteenth annual “Breastfeeding: The Gold Standard” conference is an opportunity to learn the latest evidence-based practices in the field of lactation. This outstanding conference will be held at the Hampton Inn & Suites, Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, Louisiana and provides two and one half days of excellent presentations. Our featured speakers this year include: Linda Smith, IBCLC, of Bright Future Lactation Resource Center Ltd, Theresa L.

Speaker: Cheryl Scott, PhD, RN, IBCLC, RLC -- BIO

BREASTFEEDING: A CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS is designed for use by those who care for mothers and their babies from conception through the first year of life. This includes physicians, lactation consultants, hospital nurses, clinic nurses, public health nurses, WIC counselors and dieticians.

This efficient and effective guided self-study program:

* Provides health care providers with current, concise, accurate, evidence-based information without leaving home.
* Grants continuing education credits.

Speakers:

Brandey Ackerman, RD
Medical Student,
TTUHSC – School of Medicine

Gina Akin, BS
WIC Wellness Works Senior Program Coordinator,
Dept. of Kinesiology & Health Education
The University of Texas at Austin

Jenna Anding, PhD, RD
Associate Professor & Associate Department Head,
Dept. of Nutrition & Food Science, Texas AgriLife Extension Service

Kristina Arrieta, MPH, IBCLC
Training Specialist IV,
Texas Dept. of State Health Services (DSHS)

Rosana Arruda, MS, BS
Nutritionist Consultant,
WIC – Houston Dept. of Health and Human Services

This intensive, fast-paced, evidence-based Cram Course is designed as a review course for practitioners preparing to take the IBLCE exam for initial or recertification.

Day 1
7:30am - 5:30pm

Anatomy of the Breast and the Physiology of Milk Production
Composition of Human Milk
Public Health, Epidemiology
Update on IBLCE
Study Strategies, Test-taking Skills
Infant Anatomy & Physiology
Maternal Health Issues Related to Breastfeeding
Technology
First Slide Review

Day 2
7:30am - 5:30pm

Pharmacology, Toxicology
Psychology, sociology and anthropology

The thirteenth annual “Breastfeeding: The Gold Standard” conference is an opportunity to learn the latest evidence-based practices in the field of lactation. This outstanding conference will be held at the Hampton Inn & Suites, Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, Louisiana and provides two and one half days of excellent presentations. Our featured speakers this year include: Linda Smith, IBCLC, of Bright Future Lactation Resource Center Ltd, Theresa L.

Speaker: Cheryl Scott, PhD, RN, IBCLC, RLC -- BIO

This conference will provide the multidisciplinary perinatal team with research and evidence to inspire them to examine their current practice and consider change that will promote best practice in caring for the opioid-addicted patient, the patient in second stage of labor and the breastfeeding couplet.

Learn about the physiology of bilirubin metabolism with an update on how to manage breastfeeding and jaundice.
Describe the benefits to neonatal and breast milk jaundice.
Identify two phases of the second stage of labor.
Describe maternal and fetal factors that influence fetal descent.

The thirteenth annual “Breastfeeding: The Gold Standard” conference is an opportunity to learn the latest evidence-based practices in the field of lactation. This outstanding conference will be held at the Hampton Inn & Suites, Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, Louisiana and provides two and one half days of excellent presentations. Our featured speakers this year include: Linda Smith, IBCLC, of Bright Future Lactation Resource Center Ltd, Theresa L.

This conference will provide the multidisciplinary perinatal team with research and evidence to inspire them to examine their current practice and consider change that will promote best practice in caring for the opioid-addicted patient, the patient in second stage of labor and the breastfeeding couplet.

Learn about the physiology of bilirubin metabolism with an update on how to manage breastfeeding and jaundice.
Describe the benefits to neonatal and breast milk jaundice.
Identify two phases of the second stage of labor.
Describe maternal and fetal factors that influence fetal descent.

This 1.5-day conference sponsored by the Florida Lactation Consultant Association, will explore current breastfeeding topics including ethics, breastfeeding after cosmetic surgery, breastfeeding support for obese mothers, counseling for low milk production, working with young mothers, and simplifying counseling for parents.

Seminar date and time: Friday, April 9th, 2010 8:30-5:30
Instructor: Dixie Whetsell, MS, IBCLC
Email: dixie.whetsell@pcc.edu
www.pcc.edu/lactation

Additional Speakers:
Dr Elise Hewitt http://www.drelisehewitt.com/
Dr Sara Ohgushi http://www.sarasfamilycare.com/

Matin :

La formation des professionnels : des idées à échanger
• L’allaitement à Québec : Dr Juliette Leroy, consultante IBCLC
• La formation en Italie : Dr Adriano Cattaneo, Epidémiologiste,
Institut pour la Santé des Mères et des Enfants IRCCS Burlo Garofolo. Trieste, Italie
• La formation en France : Sylvie Balmer, formatrice-consultante en lactation IBCLC et Anne Bonnard, puéricultrice, DIU Lactation Humaine et Allaitement Maternel
• Les CERDAM : des centres ressources sur l’allaitement maternel en Rhône-Alpes :

Speaker: Cheryl Scott, PhD, RN, IBCLC, RLC -- BIO

Speaker: Cheryl Scott, PhD, RN, IBCLC, RLC -- BIO

See website.

This 1.5-day conference sponsored by the Florida Lactation Consultant Association, will explore current breastfeeding topics including ethics, breastfeeding after cosmetic surgery, breastfeeding support for obese mothers, counseling for low milk production, working with young mothers, and simplifying counseling for parents.

See website.

La Leche League of Western Pennsylvania's Annual Area Conference, Changing the World One Baby at a Time, features Ruth Wilf, CNM, PhD as well as many other interesting speakers.

Conference will take place in the Radisson Hotel Gree Tree, just outside of Pittsburgh, PA.

For more information and to register online: www.lllofwpa.org

Comprehensive breastfeeding management training

Practical skills that will make you more effective in your job

Time-saving hospital strategies that make breastfeeding a success

Strategies and tips for special circumstances - premies, Down Syndrome,
newborns affected by medications, and more

How to talk to mothers in a way that encourages them to choose breastfeeding

Public Health/WIC strategies that work to increase breastfeeding success

Confidence building knowledge and skills

This third International Congress on donor milk banking, uses of human milk and breastfeeding advocacy brings together a unique group of speakers and participants from around the world. Cutting edge clinical practice and research will be presented in this exciting two day event.

Purpose

To increase health professional knowledge about the uses of human milk, global milk banking practices, and breastfeeding support.
Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

Comprehensive breastfeeding management training

Practical skills that will make you more effective in your job

Time-saving hospital strategies that make breastfeeding a success

Strategies and tips for special circumstances - premies, Down Syndrome,
newborns affected by medications, and more

How to talk to mothers in a way that encourages them to choose breastfeeding

Public Health/WIC strategies that work to increase breastfeeding success

Confidence building knowledge and skills

This third International Congress on donor milk banking, uses of human milk and breastfeeding advocacy brings together a unique group of speakers and participants from around the world. Cutting edge clinical practice and research will be presented in this exciting two day event.

Purpose

To increase health professional knowledge about the uses of human milk, global milk banking practices, and breastfeeding support.
Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

Comprehensive breastfeeding management training

Practical skills that will make you more effective in your job

Time-saving hospital strategies that make breastfeeding a success

Strategies and tips for special circumstances - premies, Down Syndrome,
newborns affected by medications, and more

How to talk to mothers in a way that encourages them to choose breastfeeding

Public Health/WIC strategies that work to increase breastfeeding success

Confidence building knowledge and skills

Marie Biancuzzo presents.

Prepare for the IBLCE exam in two exciting, information-packed days with Marie Biancuzzo, internationally-known speaker, author and clinical expert. This course will enable you to tackle even the toughest topics with confidence!

Comprehensive breastfeeding management training

Practical skills that will make you more effective in your job

Time-saving hospital strategies that make breastfeeding a success

Strategies and tips for special circumstances - premies, Down Syndrome,
newborns affected by medications, and more

How to talk to mothers in a way that encourages them to choose breastfeeding

Public Health/WIC strategies that work to increase breastfeeding success

Confidence building knowledge and skills

Marie Biancuzzo presents.

Prepare for the IBLCE exam in two exciting, information-packed days with Marie Biancuzzo, internationally-known speaker, author and clinical expert. This course will enable you to tackle even the toughest topics with confidence!

SAVE THE DATE
April 15, 2010

The Upper Arkansas Area Council of Governments and the WIC Program are hosting a Conference to promote Breastfeeding. This Conference will be held at the Abbey in Canon City on April 15, 2010.

Featured speakers include:
Marianne Neifert, M.D. (Dr. Mom) and Maya Bunik, M.D., MSPH.

Dr. Neifert, a pediatrician who is known nationally as Dr. Mom, is an acclaimed motivational speaker who addresses topics on life balance, positive parenting, and breastfeeding. She has authored the newly released Great Expectations: The Essential Guide to Breastfeeding.

The Conference is on April 15, 2010, registration is at 8:00 am. Conference starts at 8:30 am and goes to 2:30 pm.

The goal of this one day program is to address important and challenging areas cultural health disparity of breastfeeding practice for all women and their babies at birth. We wish to improve health outcomes by bringing together both the health professionals and the community they serve. Upon completion the experienced professional will be better able to:
• More fully understand the health disparities in our local areas

Faculty