As the deadline to apply for IBCLC® recertification approaches, I’m often asked about CERPs. Recertifiers should understand what is required to avoid letting their certification…
Even before they pass the IBLCE Exam, people often ask me questions about how to start a private lactation practice, how to attract clients, how…
You’ve fulfilled your requirements, studied for months, passed your IBCLC® exam. But you’re still having a hard time finding a job. Even with an IBCLC…
Uh-oh. You see something on your baby’s head. Should you be worried? Did you cause it? What should you do about it? Or is it…
I’ve written about the costs of becoming an IBCLC®. Hence, you already know that one of the largest portions of that cost is earning your…
Signs of summer are all around us. Warmer weather often means barbecues and picnics. After months of being cooped up, we’re itching to visit with…
Counseling items on the lactation exam still seem a mystery to some candidates. Honestly, I think the key here is knowing how to apply basic…
My husband loves road trips. There he is, driving along with his elbow hanging out the window and singing along with Willie Nelson (loud and…
It’s reported that patient satisfaction, follow through with medications, and malpractice are all tied to communication. The IBLCE® recognizes the importance of communication skills and…
Over the years, I’ve helped thousands of aspiring IBCLCs fulfill the requirements — a huge feat — to sit for the exam. The exam process…