This is a popular question that we get from our breastfeeding
moms. With so many resources and “specialists” out there, it can be rather
confusing, particularly if you’re a new mom who’s struggling with
breastfeeding. How do you know if the person giving you advice about
breastfeeding is actually qualified to do so?
A “lactation consultant” is a healthcare
professional who has received at least 90 hours of lactation education,
undergone more than 1,000 hours of lactation-specific clinical training, and
passed the exam given by the International Board of Lactation Consultant
Examiners. By passing this exam, a lactation consultant is then certified and
may use the letters “IBCLC” after her name. Additionally, all IBCLCs must renew
their certification via continuing education units every five years and via
re-examination every 10 years. These measures are considered the standard in
the field.
On the other hand, you may encounter a
breastfeeding specialist, counselor or expert who refers to herself as a
lactation consultant. She may even have credentials like CLE or CLC after her
name, indicating that she’s completed some coursework to earn a certificate.
Although this training is valuable for teaching breastfeeding classes and
helping with basic breastfeeding, it does not make a specialist qualified to
consult with moms and babies on more challenging breastfeeding issues. Only an
IBCLC is guaranteed to have the extensive education, training and clinical
experience to provide this level of care and support. In other words, a breastfeeding
specialist who is not a board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) is not
considered a legitimate lactation consultant.
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