A lactation Specialist can help nursing mothers get started and help navigate any possible challenges associated with breastfeeding with your baby, such as getting the proper latch or dealing with sore nipples.

An international board-certifed lactation consultant (IBCLC) is a breastfeeding specialist and counselor, a professional who goes through a rigorous training process in order to become certified. She must have had medical education, breastfeeding education, experience in a clinical setting such as at a hospital, and have passed an exam. When you choose an IBCLC, you know you’re getting someone who is qualified to give you the support you need.