Parenting is not something we’re meant to do in isolation. We do it (or at least we are meant to) in the context of extended family, community and society, with various people and organisations supporting us in our parenting and …
Not remotely breastfeeding-related. This one is on Alcoholism and Personal Growth
Shortly after I started in private practice as a lactation consultant, I got into conversation with someone who was considering going into private practice herself. She seemed hesitant about making the leap, so I offered some encouragement, to which she …
Parallel Processing and the IBCLC
When I started out in Private Practice at the beginning of this year, I couldn’t have foreseen what was coming. I was, I admit, a little naive, ‘breastfeeding probems? yes, I can help, I’m an IBCLC!……there’s breastfeeding solution to every …
Much Ado about Nipple Shields
Nipple shields are little silicone devices that can be placed over a mother’s nipple and areola while she breastfeeds her baby. And this is what the HSE’s National Infant Feeding Policy has to say about their use: “7.9.2 Nipple shields should not …
Things to Consider Before Going into Private Practice
I have found working as an IBCLC in Private Practice to be really enjoyable, interesting, rewarding and challenging on so many different levels. I’m sure my more seasoned colleagues will be nodding and thinking to themselves, ‘yes, I could have told you …