Lunch and Learn Education Programs

Don’t miss your chance to join us for one of our exciting Lunch and Learn education programs in February.  Earn Cerps by signing up and attending one of our live online sessions.

Can’t make it for the live webinar?  You can still earn Cerps by ordering the webinar on CD and watching at your convenience click here.

Sincerely,

Barbara Robertson, BA, MA, IBCLC, RLC
United States Lactation Consultant Association

Tuesday February 9, 2010

“The Role of the Breastfeeding Father”
by: Tom Johnston, CNM, IBCLC

History of Men at birth from Medieval through Industrialization era Dr Bradley’s career.

Review the evidenced associated with paternal support during childhood – increased/improved social and cognitive functioning on several studies

Basics of breastfeeding from a father’s perspective.
Review his role, his job, what he can do, what he wants to do, and what he is expected to do.

Objectives:

• Explore the history of paternal involvement in childbirth and their value to the breastfeeding relationship
• Advocate for recognition of fathers as equal partners in the breastfeeding and parenting relationships
• Identify effective teaching strategies to prepare fathers for their role as breastfeeding coaches

Course Details:
1pm Eastern, 12pm Central, 11am Mountain, 10am Pacific
60 Min program
1 L Cerp Awarded for participating (Certificates are emailed to attendees)

Prices:
USLCA Members $20,  Non-members $30, Groups 2-10 $45,
10 or more $65

Registration Deadline is February 8, 2010 at 12:00 noon Eastern Time

Course Details:
1pm Eastern, 12pm Central, 11am Mountain, 10am Pacific
60 Min program
1 L Cerp Awarded for participating (Certificates are emailed to attendees)

Prices:
USLCA Members $20,  Non-members $30, Groups 2-10 $45,
10 or more $65

Registration Deadline is February 8, 2010 at 12:00 noon Eastern Time

Click here to sign up “The Role of the Breastfeeding Father”

Thursday February 18, 2010
“Caring for the Late Preterm Infant:
Are the “Expert” Recommendations Really Valid?”

by: Molly Pessl BSN, IBCLC

Late Preterm infants frequently present a dilemma for the healthcare system. These infants are more vulnerable to hypothermia, progressive lethargy, and excessive weight loss if breastfed without intervention. This workshop focuses on best outcomes through optimal birth and feeding practices, while preventing needless complexities or unnecessary anxieties for the parents.

Course Objectives:

• The Stone Age Baby/Space Age Culture
  Looking at the history of our care AWHONN’s Late Preterm Initiative
  • What are the Issues?
    At risk for feeding problems,  hypoglycemia, hypothermia, hyperbilirubinemia, developmental delays
  • Evaluating Our Practices:
    Applying the research to practice
    Develop a plan
    How to feed
    Maximizing milk volumes
    Early follow-up

Course Details:

2pm Eastern, 1pm Central, 12am Mountain, 11am Pacific

60 Min program

1 L Cerp Awarded for participating (Certificates are emailed to attendees)

Prices:

USLCA Members $20,  Non-members $30, Groups 2-10 $45,

10 or more $65

Registration Deadline is February 17, 2010 at 12:00 noon Eastern Time.

Click here to sign up “Caring for the Late Preterm Infant: Are the “Expert” Recommendations Really Valid?”

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