This two day introductory course explores, promotes and supports human lactation and breastfeeding through examining current evidence-based, best practice.

Participants will develop their knowledge and understanding of human lactation and breastfeeding, to enable them to confidently and effectively implement care that facilitates and supports the initiation and maintenance of breastfeeding. Participants will examine and demonstrate effective assessment and management skills to support breastfeeding in challenging circumstances.

This course meets the BFI recommendation for the basic education of staff providing direct care to breastfeeding women and their families.

This course also includes a 4 hour clinical placement with a lactation consultant that will be booked at the end of the 2nd day.

PLEASE NOTE: This course is intended for health care professionals at Thunder Bay Health Sciences Centre, Thunder Bay District Health Unit and regional hospitals.

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