HOLLYE JENKINS: BWPC'S CERTIFIED BLACTATION EDUCATOR

WHAT IS A LACTATION EDUCATOR?

A lactation educator is a clinical or non-clinical professional who is trained in supporting parents and caregivers in breastfeeding and in offering breastmilk to infants.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Protect, promote, and support breastfeeding

• Provide competent and compassionate services to clients and families

• Support both the client and infant through education and guidance

• Preserve client confidence and maintain professional integrity

• Act with reasonable diligence and in the best interest of clients

WHEN TO SEE A LACTATION EDUCATOR?

• During pregnancy

• Right after you give birth

• During the first weeks after birth

• Several months into breastfeeding

Read and Download Blactation Educator Brief