Insurance Coverage of IBCLC Care
BCBS PPO 
Anthem PPO 
United PPO/HMO 
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Becoming an IBCLC
I am frequently asked how to become a lactation consultant. The term “lactation consultant” is not trademarked. Since anyone can use the term, it is important to understand the differences in specific trainings and certifications, as the variation is vast. The Massachusetts Breastfeeding Coalition has good information on different credentials. IBCLCs (International Board Certified Lactation Consultants) […]
Top 10 Things to Know About Breastfeeding
- Mothers and babies are made to breastfeed.
Breastfeeding has endless benefits for both mothers and babies. Babies are born expecting their mother’s milk. Women have breasts so they can make milk and nourish their babies. Babies instinctively find the breast, latch on, and remove milk. Breastfeeding is normal!
- Skin-to-skin […]
You Know You’re the Child of a Lactation Consultant When…
- While looking at pictures in a farm book, you point out the picture of the cow “breastfeeding” her baby.
- Your stuffed animals are lined up on your bedroom floor so you can teach them how to “hand express.”
- The Breastfeeding Atlas has been your bedtime storybook at least a few times.
- Your friend […]
Is Nipple Pain Normal?
While sore and damaged nipples are common, they are not an inevitable part of breastfeeding! Myths surrounding pain and breastfeeding are one of the most frequent reasons parents quit breastfeeding. Parents are often told to tough it out and that the pain will get better with time. Sometimes the pain does get better with time, but there are many different […]