Tongue-tie affects more than sore nipples. It may be a factor in a baby not latching on. It is an important factor in late-onset decreased milk supply and flow. It is also a factor in recurrent blocked ducts and mastitis and even breast abscesses. Tongue-tie alone is not the issue. Tongue-tie is not new. What’s…

Abstract:Science has spotlighted the time-sensitive window of opportunities in the first hour, the natural conclusion of the birth chapter. Are we enabling mothers to take full advantage of this time and prevent common breastfeeding problems with A, B, and C: A-attachment (latch and milk transfer), B-breastmilk production, and C-caloric intake? Or are we bending too…

Historically, nutrition has always been a part of the health strategy of traditional cultures. New mothers especially have been offered special foods to ensure good milk production. Western society often views these practices as myths, but is that all they are? This session looks at the role of nutrition in milk production and existing research…

1 CEU Contact Hour 1 L-CERP Pharmacology & Toxicology-Cannabis Marijuana is now legal for recreational use in eleven states and legal for medicinal use in 33 states. CBD oil, a hemp derivative, is legalized in 47 states. Due to the popularity of these substances, lactating mothers often assume legality equals safety. This presentation discusses the…

with Dr. Eyla Boies, MD, FAAP, FABM Join us on December 18, 2021, from 10am-11am PDT for the presentation of “Beyond the Hospital-Breastfeeding Care for Offices, Clinics, and Public Health Nurses”.  A live webinar featuring the founder and medical director of UCSD Premature Infant Nutrition Clinic (PINC), Dr. Eyla Boies, MD, FAAP, FABM. During this…

with Lisa Stellwagen MD, FAAP Join us on November 20, 2021 from 10am-11am PDT for Non-Profit Milk Banking: Filling The Mothers’ Milk Gap a live webinar featuring the executive and medical director for The University of California Health Milk Bank Dr. Lisa Stellwagen, MD, FAAP. Dr. Stellwagen will open her presentation by illustrating the current AAP…

with Nakeya T. Fields, LCSW, PPSE, Regd. Play Therapist-Supervisor & Trauma-Informed Yoga Therapist  The San Diego County Breastfeeding Coalition invites you to join us on Saturday, October 23rd from 10 AM to 11 AM PDT for a live webinar exploring diverse perspectives of how transitioning into motherhood may impact families. We are so grateful to have best selling author, mental health expert, and community advocate Nakeya T. Fields, LCSW, PPSE, Registered Play Therapist – Supervisor & Trauma Informed Yoga Therapist to share her insights and expertise on perinatal mental health disorders including how to identify symptoms and create strategies to plan for health, resilience, and coping. Register Today!

We apologize for the inconvenience! The date for Dr. Eglash webinar has been rescheduled to Sat. September 4th @ 10 am. If you previously registered, you are still registered. If you have not registered, you still can! If you have questions contact: jose.gonzalez@breastfeeding.org Our celebration of #NationalBreastfeedingMonth continues! Join us Saturday 9/4 for Eatin’ At Mom’s: How…

Our celebration of #NationalBreastfeedingMonth and #BlackBreastfeedingWeek is here! Join us Saturday 8/28 for Black Joy and Breastfeeding: How Black Joy Can Help Overcome Barriers to Breastfeeding among African-Americans with Mary Lankford PHN, CLE. Learn about reasons for low breastfeeding rates among African-Americans in the US, define “Black Joy” , gain cultural knowledge of the black community and build your…

Our celebration of #NationalBreastfeedingMonth continues! Join us this Saturday 8/21 for Double Whammy: Exclusive Pumping & Pumping Equipment! Learn about exclusive pumping, unique challenges an exclusive pumping parent might face, and also create a plan of care to increase milk production for the exclusively pumping client. Additionally, you will learn what breast pumps are currently being used…