There are 175 different exam questions on the IBCLC exam. You might assume that means there are 175 different answers. Well, I suppose it depends on…
To pass any exam, the first step is figuring out what will be on it. That’s true no matter what the exam. If you were…
I did a few stints of teaching at the university level earlier in my career. It didn’t take me too long to realize that even…
Babywearing isn’t just a fad. For some women, it’s a life-changing event. And, although babywearing has become popular among parents of full-term infants, it’s possible for…
Over the years, I’ve heard plenty of the “musts” of having a breast pump, and just as many objections about hand expression. And it’s no wonder:…
Comprehensive exams are different from other exams. Hence your preparation should be different. I’m talking about exams you take to earn a certificate or license.…
Of the 190 people who were “repeaters” — that is, they had previously taken the exam but failed it and were now retesting–only 50% passed.…
It’s common, at least in U.S. hospitals, for physicians to order lanolin cream for breastfeeding mothers “as needed” (in hospital lingo, “prn”). Throughout my years…
It happens. People sometimes fail to meet their goals. It’s disappointing, but you can — and almost certainly should — try again. However, hit your…
After you’ve looked at the IBLCE’s Content Outline, the key is to identify the gap between your current situation and your goal—your learning gap. When preparing for…