You can request to see an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) while you're pregnant, ideally between 30-36 weeks, or if you plan to induce lactation (see "Frequently asked questions" below for definition). Lactation consultants work with families BEFORE baby is born to provide basic breastfeeding education and resolve many breastfeeding challenges, such as:
You can request to see an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) right after you give birth, or several months into your breastfeeding journey. You may also want to see a lactation consultant if you need assistance with breastfeeding after becoming pregnant again, or if you are interested in relactation (see "Frequently asked questions" below for definition). Lactation consultants work with families AFTER baby is born to provide basic breastfeeding education and resolve many breastfeeding challenges, such as: