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  • More Than Milk: The Science, Systems, and Future of Human Lactation with Dr. Lars Bode

    More Than Milk: The Science, Systems, and Future of Human Lactation with Dr. Lars Bode
    Apr 8 2026

    Dr. Bode shares his journey into human milk research and the founding of the Human Milk Institute—the only institute in the world dedicated entirely to studying human milk in all its complexity. Together, they explore how human milk research is evolving from isolated disciplines into a collaborative, systems-based science that integrates molecular biology, clinical care, and public health.

    The conversation dives deep into human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs), the limitations of reductionist thinking in lactation science, and the urgent need to translate research into real-world clinical impact. Dr. Bode also shares his vision for the future, including the development of “lactology” as a formal field of study and what it would take to truly normalize breastfeeding on a global scale.

    Key Takeaways for Clinicians

    • Human milk is far more than nutrition—it is a dynamic system of signaling, protection, and communication.
    • HMOs play multiple roles beyond the microbiome, including direct immune and systemic effects.
    • Donor milk retains key bioactive components like HMOs even after pasteurization.
    • Variation in milk composition across individuals and time is expected and biologically meaningful.
    • Clinical care must align with real-world problems—research must start with the needs of families.
    • Multidisciplinary collaboration is essential to advancing both science and clinical outcomes.
    • Maternal health directly influences milk production and composition.
    • Breastfeeding provides significant long-term health benefits for both infants and mothers.
    • Formula can improve—but it cannot replicate the adaptive, responsive nature of human milk.
    • Early identification of barriers and inequities is critical to improving breastfeeding outcomes.
    • The future of lactation care depends on bridging research, clinical care, and public health systems.

    Guest

    Dr. Lars Bode, PhD

    Director, Human Milk Institute

    Human Milk Institute

    Triton Giving Day 04.29.2026

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  • The High Lipase Myth: What’s Really Happening to Stored Breastmilk With Dr. Jimi Francis

    The High Lipase Myth: What’s Really Happening to Stored Breastmilk With Dr. Jimi Francis
    Mar 18 2026
    What We Talk AboutThe origin of the “high lipase” breastmilk myth and how it spread through the lactation community Why biologically it does not make sense that some mothers produce excess lipase in milk What lipase actually does in human milk and why it is critical for infant fat digestion What parents are actually noticing when milk smells “soapy,” “metallic,” or “rancid” How riboflavin oxidation and free radical reactions may contribute to off flavors in stored milk Why exposure to light, oxygen, and heat accelerates nutrient degradation Simple strategies for protecting expressed milk during storage The role of vitamin C and antioxidants in preventing oxidation Why scalding milk may damage valuable nutrients and enzymes How maternal diet influences the fatty acid profile of breastmilk The relationship between omega-3 and omega-6 fats in human milk Why formula cannot truly replicate human milk oligosaccharides or fatty acid complexity How breastfeeding exposes infants to diverse food flavors that shape lifelong eating patterns Why maternal nutrition matters—but breastfeeding remains resilient even with imperfect diets Future research questions about the human milk metabolome and maternal dietKey Takeaways for CliniciansThe “high lipase milk” explanation for off-smelling stored milk may not be supported biologically or experimentally.Off flavors may instead result from nutrient oxidation, particularly involving riboflavin and free radical reactions.Protecting milk from light, oxygen, and heat exposure may help reduce degradation.Scalding milk may stop some reactions but can also damage enzymes, vitamins, and bioactive components.Maternal intake of vitamin C and antioxidants may influence milk stability during storage.Maternal diet does influence certain components of milk, especially fatty acid composition and water-soluble vitamins.The fatty acid profile of milk largely reflects the mother’s dietary fat intake.Human milk oligosaccharides vary between mothers and environments, making them difficult to replicate in formula.Even when milk has an unusual smell, it is often still safe for infants, and strategies like dilution with fresh milk can help babies accept it.Human milk remains one of the most biologically protected food systems in nature, even when maternal diets are imperfect.GuestDr. Jimi Francis, PhD, RD, IBCLChttps://drjimi.net/References referred to in the discussion about Lipase in Human Milk:Allen, L. H. (2012). B vitamins in breast milk: Relative importance of maternal status and intake, and effects on infant status and function. Advances in Nutrition, 3(3), 362–369. https://doi.org/10.3945/an.111.001172 Bauman, D. E., & Bruce Currie, W. (1980). Partitioning of Nutrients During Pregnancy and Lactation: A Review of Mechanisms Involving Homeostasis and Homeorhesis. Journal of Dairy Science, 63(9), 1514–1529. https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.S0022-0302(80)83111-0 Chappell, J. E., Francis, T., & Clandinin, M. T. (1985). Vitamin A and E content of human milk at early stages of lactation. Early Human Development, 11(2), 157–167. https://doi.org/10.1016/0378-3782(85)90103-3 Daniel, A. I., Shama, S., Ismail, S., Bourdon, C., Kiss, A., Mwangome, M., Bandsma, R. H. J., & O’Connor, D. L. (2021). Maternal bmi is positively associated with human milk fat: A systematic review and meta-regression analysis. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 113(4), 1009–1022. https://doi.org/10.1093/ajcn/nqaa410 Demmelmair, H., & Koletzko, B. (2018). Lipids in human milk. Best Practice and Research: Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, 32(1), 57–68. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.beem.2017.11.002 Dickton, D., & Francis, J. (2018). Case review: food pattern effects on milk lipid profiles. J Nutr Health Food Eng, 8(6), 467–470. https://doi.org/10.15406/jnhfe.2018.08.00311 Donovan, S. M., Aghaeepour, N., Andres, A., Azad, M. B., Becker, M., Carlson, S. E., Järvinen, K. M., Lin, W., Lönnerdal, B., Slupsky, C. M., Steiber, A. L., & Raiten, D. J. (2023). Evidence for human milk as a biological system and recommendations for study design—a report from “Breastmilk Ecology: Genesis of Infant Nutrition (BEGIN)” Working Group 4. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 117, S61–S86. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajcnut.2022.12.021 Dror, D. K., & Allen, L. H. (2018). Overview of nutrients in humanmilk. Advances in Nutrition, 9, 278S-294S. https://doi.org/10.1093/advances/nmy022 Evans, T. J., Ryley, H. C., Neale, L. M., Dodge, J. A., & Lewarne, V. M. (1978). Effect of storage and heat on antimicrobial proteins in human milk. Archives of Disease in Childhood, 53(3), 239–241. https://doi.org/10.1136/adc.53.3.239 Francis, J. (2015). Effects of Light on Riboflavin and Ascorbic Acid in Freshly Expressed Human Milk. Journal of Nutritional Health & Food Engineering, 2(6), 2–4. https://doi.org/10.15406/jnhfe.2015.02.00083 Francis, J., & Dickton, D. (2020). Feeding and refusal of expressed and ...
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  • Advocacy in Action: Securing Pumps for NICU Families with Mina Ognjanovic, IBCLC

    Advocacy in Action: Securing Pumps for NICU Families with Mina Ognjanovic, IBCLC
    Feb 25 2026
    What We Talk About

    How Mina’s grandmother’s experience as a wet nurse shaped her path into lactation

    Why “hospital-grade” doesn’t actually mean anything in marketing—and what truly defines a multi-user pump

    The critical first 7 days postpartum and why delayed access to an effective pump can permanently impact supply

    Why wearable pumps and personal-use pumps often fail NICU mothers trying to establish supply

    The surprising insurance paradox: why WIC families often receive pumps faster than privately insured hospital employees

    How some insurance plans (including certain HMOs and United Healthcare) do not recognize hospital-grade pumps as a covered benefit

    The behind-the-scenes work required to secure an E0604 pump rental through a DME supplier

    Why case management buy-in was one of the biggest roadblocks—and how Mina overcame resistance

    How embedding a lactation-specific workflow into Epic improved communication and reduced delays

    Why some hospitals profit from pump rentals—and why that raises ethical concerns

    How her hospital partnered with WIC to house 10 loaner hospital-grade pumps onsite

    The importance of prenatal pump planning when a NICU admission is anticipated

    What still isn’t fixed—and why the work continues

    Key Takeaways for Clinicians

    The first 7 days postpartum are physiologically critical for establishing milk supply. Delays in effective milk removal can make supply difficult to recover later.

    Not all pumps are equal. Wearable pumps and personal-use pumps may not provide adequate stimulation for separated NICU mothers.

    Insurance status can directly affect pump access timing, functioning as a social determinant of lactation success.

    Securing a hospital-grade pump typically requires:

    1. A prescription
    2. Diagnosis coding (NICU admission)
    3. Coordination with a DME supplier
    4. Case management involvement

    Standardizing communication within the EHR can dramatically improve workflow and reduce lost time.

    Patients should not bear the burden of navigating DME suppliers while managing a critically ill infant.

    Advocacy is within the scope of the hospital lactation consultant role—even when it requires challenging institutional norms.

    One practical first step: map your current NICU pump access process and identify where delays occur.

    👩‍🏫 Guest

    Mina Ognianovich, IBCLC

    https://minalactation.com/

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  • Barriers, Mentorship & Equity in Lactation Certification with Mandy Golman, PhD, MS, RN, IBCLC

    Barriers, Mentorship & Equity in Lactation Certification with Mandy Golman, PhD, MS, RN, IBCLC
    Feb 18 2026

    In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret sits down with Dr. Mandy Golman, PhD, MS, RN, IBCLC, MCHES, professor at the University of Texas at Tyler, to discuss her powerful qualitative study exploring the perceptions, barriers, and facilitators to obtaining the IBCLC certification among U.S. healthcare practitioners.

    Margaret first encountered this research as a poster presentation at the ILCA Conference in Tampa — and immediately knew it was a conversation the field needed to hear.

    Dr. Golman’s study, expected to be published later this year, examines who is able to enter the IBCLC pathway — and who is not — through a public health and equity lens. With 19,000 IBCLCs serving the United States and 93% identifying as white, the findings raise important questions about access, mentorship, compensation, and structural barriers within our profession.

    Together, Margaret and Dr. Golman unpack what the data reveal — and what must change.

    🔍 What We Talk About

    How Dr. Golman’s background in maternal-child health and public health shaped this research

    Why workforce diversity in lactation care is a public health issue

    The perception that the IBCLC credential “adds weight” professionally — but often without financial return

    Why many hospital-based IBCLCs are required to certify without institutional financial support

    The persistent bias that IBCLCs must also be RNs to be considered “legitimate”

    Financial barriers beyond tuition — unpaid clinical hours, childcare, lost wages, transportation

    Why indirect costs often delay certification for years

    Mentorship as the central bottleneck in the IBCLC pipeline

    The lack of standardized mentorship processes and consistent training experiences

    Why “mass emailing IBCLCs” to find a mentor reflects a broken system

    What a centralized, structured mentorship model could look like

    The role of state coalitions, professional organizations, and grant funding

    Medicaid reimbursement challenges and why payment structures matter for access

    How passion alone cannot sustain a workforce without structural support

    What meaningful reform could look like — starting with mentorship

    🧠 Key Takeaways for IBCLCs & Students

    The IBCLC credential is highly valued — but the pathway remains structurally inequitable.

    Indirect costs (lost wages, unpaid hours, childcare) are often more prohibitive than exam fees.

    Mentorship access is inconsistent and frequently the biggest barrier to certification.

    Without structural support and compensation reform, the field risks burnout and limited diversity.

    Improving mentorship infrastructure could significantly expand access and representation.

    Workforce diversity is foundational to culturally responsive lactation care and trust-building.

    Public health advocacy must include strengthening the IBCLC pipeline — not just improving breastfeeding rates.

    👩‍🏫 Guest

    Dr. Mandy Golman, PhD, MS, RN, IBCLC, MCHES

    Professor, University of Texas at Tyler

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  • From Wonder to Publication: Writing a Case Study Without a PhD with Indira Lopez-Bassols, IBCLC

    From Wonder to Publication: Writing a Case Study Without a PhD with Indira Lopez-Bassols, IBCLC
    Feb 11 2026
    In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret interviews Indira Lopez-Bassols, IBCLC, educator, and PhD candidate based in London, about her journey from clinical lactation consultant to published author in the Journal of Human Lactation.Indira shares the story behind her case study, “Assisted Nursing: A Case Study of an Infant With a Complete Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate” and her recent reflection piece, “Three Seeds of Inspiration: How I Published My First Case Study Without a PhD” .Together, they unpack what holds IBCLCs back from publishing, how to move from clinical wonder to academic writing, and why research must become more accessible to practicing clinicians.What We Talk AboutIndira’s work in a specialist NHS breastfeeding clinic in the UKTeaching future lactation consultants and pursuing a PhD in breastfeeding educationThe three “seeds of inspiration” that moved her from reader to authorWhy attending a JHL writing session at ILCA changed everythingWhat an editor told her when she doubted whether her case was “spicy” enoughWhy you do not need a PhD to write and publish a case studyHow she structured her first case study by studying medical literature methodologyThe powerful cleft lip and palate case that became her first JHL publicationAssisted nursing using a nipple shield and NG tube to support direct breastfeeding Why cleft lip and palate infants are often assumed unable to breastfeed — and how this case challenged that assumptionThe emotional dimension of clinical practice: witnessing the “impossible”Why wonder is the essential ingredient for writingBurnout, mechanistic care, and losing the capacity to recognize aweMaking research accessible for non-academic IBCLCsHer creation of the international Research Hub through the Centre for Breastfeeding Education and ResearchThe Three Seeds of InspirationIndira describes three pivotal moments:1. Reading a Case Study A published case study on biological nurturing sparked the realization: “Maybe I could do this too.”2. Attending a JHL Writing Session At ILCA, editors clearly explained manuscript types and encouraged non-academic clinicians to submit. When Indira expressed doubt, she was told simply: “Just write them.”3. Witnessing the Impossible Supporting a mother determined to breastfeed her infant with a complete unilateral cleft lip and palate became the turning point. The dyad exclusively fed mother’s own milk, used no bottles, and later transitioned to direct breastfeeding without assistance after surgeries.That clinical experience — rooted in creativity, persistence, and humility — demanded to be shared.Key Takeaways for IBCLCsYou do not need a PhD to publish.Case studies are about documenting what you witnessed, not proving expertise.If you are already reading journals, you are closer than you think.Study the structure of published case studies — they provide your map and compass.Wonder is a clinical skill — but burnout can dull it.Research must be accessible to frontline clinicians.Our field is still young — there is enormous opportunity for contribution.The Research HubIndira created the International Research Hub through the Centre for Breastfeeding Education and Research (CBER):Free monthly online research discussionOpen to IBCLCs worldwideSafe space to say “I don’t understand this statistic”Designed to make research approachable and collaborativeHer mission: make research less intimidating and more joyful.GuestIndira Lopez-Bassols, BA (Hons), MSc, IBCLC Founder, Centre for Breastfeeding Education and Research (CBER)Assisted Nursing: A Case Study of an Infant With a Complete Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate Three Seeds of Inspiration: How I Published My First Case Study Without a PhD Connect with Margaret📬 Email: hello@margaretsalty.com 📸 Instagram: @margaretsalty 📘 Facebook: Margaret Salty Music by: The Magnifiers – My Time Traveling Machine
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  • Mentorship That Matters: Training the Next Generation of IBCLCs with Kristina Chamberlain, CNM, ARNP, IBCLC

    Mentorship That Matters: Training the Next Generation of IBCLCs with Kristina Chamberlain, CNM, ARNP, IBCLC
    Jan 21 2026

    As more people pursue the IBCLC credential, mentorship has become one of the most critical—and misunderstood—components of lactation education. In this episode, Kristina and I take a close look at Pathway 2 and Pathway 3 mentorship, clarifying what mentors are actually responsible for and why mentorship must go beyond observation and paperwork.

    Kristina explains that effective mentorship is engaged, relational, and intentional. We discuss how mentors model professionalism, communication, boundaries, and ethical care—not just clinical skills. We also talk openly about the fears many IBCLCs have about becoming mentors, including concerns about readiness, time, liability, and “doing it right,” and why those fears shouldn’t stop experienced clinicians from stepping into mentorship roles.

    This conversation also highlights the structural supports built into Pathway 2 programs, the additional lift often required in Pathway 3 mentorship, and why access to high-quality mentorship remains a major barrier to growing and diversifying the IBCLC workforce. Throughout the episode, Kristina shares practical, experience-based strategies for both mentors and mentees—and a hopeful vision for how mentorship could be better supported and valued across the profession.

    🔍 What We Talk About
    1. The difference between mentoring vs. supervising clinical hours
    2. What IBCLC mentors are truly responsible for in Pathway 2 and Pathway 3
    3. How students should be gradually and ethically integrated into hands-on care
    4. Common gaps students face when transitioning from coursework to clinical practice
    5. Tools that support mentorship, including IBLCE outlines and LEAARC skill checklists
    6. Why learning from multiple mentors can strengthen clinical competence
    7. Liability, affiliation agreements, and student protections in Pathway 2 programs
    8. The professional and personal benefits of becoming a mentor
    9. Charging for mentorship: ethics, equity, and value exchange
    10. Why mentorship is part of our professional obligation as IBCLCs
    11. What Kristina hopes the future of lactation mentorship will look like

    🧠 Key Takeaways
    1. Mentorship is an active teaching relationship, not passive oversight.
    2. Students need meaningful, hands-on experience—not observation alone.
    3. You do not need to be a “perfect” IBCLC to be an effective mentor.
    4. Mentorship strengthens clinical skills, confidence, and professional growth.
    5. Supporting mentors is essential to the future of the lactation profession.

    👩‍🏫 Guest

    Kristina Chamberlain, CNM, ARNP, IBCLC

    Clinical Instruction in Lactation: https://www.amazon.com/Clinical-Instruction-Lactation-Teaching-Generation/dp/1939807948

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  • Body-Led Breastfeeding: Understanding Infant Suck Strength with Dr. Ellen Chetwynd

    Body-Led Breastfeeding: Understanding Infant Suck Strength with Dr. Ellen Chetwynd
    Jan 14 2026
    In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret sits down with Ellen Chetwynd, IBCLC, PhD, and longtime Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Human Lactation, to explore a fundamentally different way of understanding breastfeeding challenges: body-led breastfeeding and the Infant Suck Strength Exam (ISSE).Dr. Chetwynd shares how years of clinical practice—and noticing what wasn’t explained by common diagnoses like thrush, Raynaud’s, or tongue-tie—led her to focus more closely on the infant’s body, neurology, and suck function. Together, Margaret and Ellen unpack how the ISSE helps clinicians move beyond appearance-based latch assessment to identify where suck strength is weak, how the tongue is functioning at the breast, and how infant compensation patterns often drive pain, inefficiency, and feeding struggles.This conversation bridges lactation science, cranial nerve physiology, and gentle body-based intervention, offering clinicians practical tools while challenging reductionist approaches to infant oral dysfunction.🔍 What We Talk AboutHow Ellen entered the field of lactation through nursing and public healthWhy “bucket diagnoses” (yeast, Raynaud’s, tongue-tie) persist in lactation careWhat body-led breastfeeding means—and why the baby is often the primary driverThe clinical gap that inspired development of the Infant Suck Strength Exam (ISSE)Why digital oral exams miss what’s happening at the breastHow the ISSE is performed and what each pull-back reveals about suck strengthWhy the ISSE often functions as both assessment and treatmentInfant compensation patterns: jaw movement, lip use, body tension, and asymmetryThe role of cranial nerves and the cranial base in feeding functionWhy asymmetric latch and “guppy pose” can sometimes worsen dysfunctionGentle, parent-taught techniques to support infant regulation and suck strengthHow bottle-feeding strategies must align with breastfeeding goalsWhen to consider referral for craniosacral or body-based therapyWhy frenotomy alone may destabilize function if body tension isn’t addressedWhat future research is needed to validate and study the ISSE🧠 Key Takeaways for CliniciansA visually “good” latch can hide significant internal dysfunction.Infant suck strength and tongue function must be assessed during active feeding.Many breastfeeding problems originate in infant neuromuscular coordination—not maternal anatomy.Babies often compensate with their bodies when oral function is inefficient.Gentle pull-back techniques can cue strength and improve function without causing pain.Positioning that supports a neutral cranial base is critical for effective feeding.Body-based approaches may reduce unnecessary procedures and improve long-term outcomes.The ISSE offers clinicians a structured, repeatable way to assess progress over time.👩‍🏫 GuestEllen Chetwynd, PhD, IBCLCwww.bodyledbreastfeeding.comUpcoming Workshop: https://www.bodyledbreastfeeding.com/lactation-support-workshopsSelf-Paced Courses: https://teachingbabiestonurse.thinkific.com/collectionsBody-Led Breastfeeding Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sxiNwaRMppZ8AfjF98C6KApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/body-led-breastfeeding/id1789167683Former Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Human LactationCo-founder, Body-Led BreastfeedingChapel Hill & Durham, North Carolina📝 Connect with Margaret📬 Email: hello@margaretsalty.com📸 Instagram: @margaretsalty📘 Facebook: Margaret Salty🎙 Podcast: Behind the LatchHosted by: Margaret SaltyMusic by: The Magnifiers – My Time Traveling Machine🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast app — and don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review!#BehindTheLatch #IBCLC #BodyLedBreastfeeding #InfantSuck #CranialNerves #LactationAssessment #BreastfeedingScience #OutpatientLactation #LactationEducation
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  • Culturally Responsive Lactation Care with Jewish Families with Maya Lott, IBCLC

    Culturally Responsive Lactation Care with Jewish Families with Maya Lott, IBCLC
    Jan 7 2026
    In this episode of Behind the Latch, Margaret sits down with former student and practicing IBCLC Maya Lott to explore culturally responsive lactation care through the lens of working with Jewish families. Drawing from Maya’s clinical experience, academic background in Jewish philosophy and law, and her widely shared paper on counseling Jewish families, this conversation offers practical guidance for IBCLCs seeking to build trust, reduce friction, and deliver truly family-centered care.Maya shares how cultural norms, religious practices, and community structures can shape breastfeeding decisions—and how IBCLCs can approach these dynamics with curiosity rather than assumptions. From baby naming practices and modesty considerations to Shabbat, donor milk logistics, and the role of rabbis in healthcare decision-making, this episode provides concrete, respectful strategies clinicians can use immediately in practice.🔍 What We Talk AboutMaya’s path to becoming an IBCLC through Pathway 2—and why it worked well for her as a parentWhy cultural humility matters in lactation care (and what it looks like in real visits)Breastfeeding as a cultural norm in many Jewish communities—and the pressures that can createBaby naming practices in observant Jewish families and why asking “Does your baby have a name yet?” mattersModesty, family roles, and how they can influence in-home lactation visitsPreparing infants for circumcision (bris) and how this can intersect with feeding supportShabbat, milk removal, and how IBCLCs can collaborate respectfully without practicing religious lawThe role of rabbis in health-related decisions—and why this can be empowering for familiesDonor milk, milk sharing, and kosher kitchen logisticsHow informal milk sharing functions in tight-knit communitiesParallels with other cultural and religious practices (including Muslim milk-kinship laws)Practical language IBCLCs can use to avoid alienation and build rapportWhy curiosity—not expertise in religious law—is the key clinical skill🧠 Key Takeaways for CliniciansCultural competence starts at the doorstep—small language choices can shape the entire visit.You don’t need to be an expert in religious law to provide excellent care; awareness of considerations is enough.Asking open, respectful questions helps families integrate lactation care with lifelong values.Rabbis (and other faith leaders) often serve as supportive collaborators, not barriers, in healthcare decisions.Donor milk use may be less about theology and more about household logistics—problem-solving builds trust.Many cultural “rules” can feel rigid from the outside but are experienced as empowering within the community.These principles apply far beyond Jewish families—this is a framework for all culturally responsive lactation care.👩‍🏫 GuestMaya Lott, IBCLCWhat IBCLCs Need to Know About Counseling Jewish Families: A Lactation Consultant's Guide to Cultural Competence When Working with Dyads who Practice Judaismmayalottibclc.comTamari Jacob: https://www.instagram.com/onewiththepump/Miriam Ezagui: https://www.instagram.com/miriam.ezagui/📝 Connect with Margaret📬 Email: hello@margaretsalty.com📸 Instagram: @margaretsalty📘 Facebook: Margaret Salty🎙️ Podcast: Behind the LatchHosted by: Margaret SaltyMusic by: The Magnifiers – My Time Traveling Machine🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast app — and don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review to help other lactation professionals find the show.#BehindTheLatch #IBCLC #CulturalCompetence #CulturallyResponsiveCare #JewishFamilies #LactationEducation #BreastfeedingSupport #DEIInHealthcare #PublicHealthLactation
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