Research To Inform Breastfeeding Policy, Messaging

  I just got back from the Breastfeeding and Feminism Symposium, sponsored by the University of North Carolina, Greensboro’s Center for Women’s Health and Wellness and University of North Carolina’s Global Breastfeeding Institute. While I was there, I had the opportunity to present – along with Amber McCann – on how advocates can use social media…

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Amazing Wisdom From the LCinPP Conference

Many lactation consultants in private practice describe the LCinPP conference as their favorite of the year, and with good reason. (Beyond the cupcakes!) The conference was an amazing source of rock-solid evidence-based information, tips for optimal practice, and business-building savvy. Twitter Roundup For those of you who weren’t there, or were there and would love…

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Blogging Tips for 2013: Interview With Robin Kaplan

Robin Kaplan knows blogging! From writing for her own business (the San Diego Breastfeeding Center) to hosting/producing for the Boob Group to guest blogging at at Lactation Matters (the official blog of ILCA, where she’s the former co-editor) – Robin has a lot to teach us all about the why and the how-to of blogging. Coming…

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BirthGenius Twitter Chat: Best Practices and Tips for Attending Birth and Breastfeeding Conferences

Join the monthly BirthGenius Twitter chat this Tuesday (2/21) at 1:30pm et! More details below. Are you ready for conference season? Don’t get us wrong, we love all things digital, but nothing can replace connecting with other birth and breastfeeding professionals face-to-face. Attending a conference is a great way to continue your education, stay up-to-date…

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