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LCGB are delighted to announce an open access conversation with #ActuallyAutistic researcher Dr Aimee Grant. We will be celebrating and supporting neurodiverse families, communities and lactation supporters. We'll be talking about: How to use respectful, accurate language How to support neurodiverse children and parents Breastfeeding experiences of neurodiverse parents How to care for yourself while working as a lactation advocate if you identify as neurodiverse How we're moving away from a medical model of Autism And... the positive stories and experiences of being Autistic The session also includes resources and materials written and curated by Autistic parents and researchers.
This original recording uses historical theory and practice to develop excellence in evidence based practice for all those supporting breastfeeding and babies. A chronological analysis of recommended approaches to positioning and attachment during the newborn period. A research-based summary that clarifies which approaches make early breastfeeding easier, which make it more difficult, and why. Includes the information needed to implement a simplified breastfeeding initiation strategy designed to reduce the incidence of the 3 most common early problems, as well as details about online resources freely available to families. It will be of interest to IBCLCs, aspiring IBCLCs, midwives, health visitors,…
How do breastfeeding helpers distinguish between harmless temporary issues during lactation and signs and symptoms of serious conditions that require immediate referral to a health professional? This presentation illustrates maternal and infant “red flags” and helps differentiate those that are transient from those that may become dangerous. It will be of interest to IBCLCs, aspiring IBCLCs, midwives, health visitors, neonatal nurses, doctors, breastfeeding counsellors and peer supporters, all those working with families and babies.
Creating a Differential Diagnosis — What it is, why it’s important, why it’s not unethical for LCs to do, and how to do it. (And why an “Assessment” without a differential IS what’s forbidden). This talk will address the basic steps of creating a differential diagnosis and plan of action. We will look at how this process totally fits within the LC’s ethical obligations—indeed, how creating a differential diagnosis protects you from making a diagnosis and will improve your communication and relationships with doctors. We are offering free access to this presentation (first released as part of our Virtual Conference…
Lyndsey Hookway PhD RNC SCPHN (HV) IBCLC Background Childhood cancer affects approximately one in 500 children, making it more common than SIDS. Unlike SIDS, the rate is rising and cancer is the leading cause of death in children aged 1-15 years with 45% of cases diagnosed before the age of five years. Despite this, awareness of childhood cancer and the effects of cancer on breastfeeding are poorly understood, and there is no research at all on this sub-population. Methods A not-for-profit awareness campaign and support group - Breastfeeding the Brave - was established in 2019. To date, almost 100 parents…
For our 25th Anniversary the founders of Lactation Consultants of Great Britain talk about how the idea for LCGB developed and came into being. Click 'The History of LCGB' below to access the video.
