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Registration Open for the Breastfeeding Educator Course: Level 1 Lactation Training In Person Course June 9-13, 2025 at the Drury Inn & Suites in Arnold, MO. This course will provide prospective lactation consultants, other health professionals and community lactation supporters with lactation and breastfeeding information that is practical, current and evidence-based.
Upcoming BreastfeedLA Webinar - Supporting Low Milk Supply: A Compassionate, Informed Approach Join BreastfeedLA for a LIVE webinar with Kaia Lacy as they explore the challenges and complexities of supporting parents experiencing low milk supply. This session will provide valuable knowledge and strategies to enhance your approach to lactation support.
Recording available: Providing evidence-based infant formula education in a Baby-Friendly context. In January, Dr. Bridget Young, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, presented to the Missouri Baby Friendly Hospital Collaborative about using formula in Baby-Friendly settings. View this webinar to learn about the different types of formula, formula composition, the use of store brand formulas and how to teach safe formula preparation methods.