Mindfulness & Stress Reduction in Breastfeeding Online Course(s) & Continuing Education
Access the latest clinical skills and research for Mindfulness & Stress Reduction in Breastfeeding for Lactation & Breastfeeding professional training. These Mindfulness & Stress Reduction in Breastfeeding online courses provide practice-changing skills and valuable perspectives from leading global experts. This Mindfulness & Stress Reduction in Breastfeeding education has been accredited for a variety of CEUs / CERPs and can be accessed on-demand, at your own pace.
B Theory of Breastfeeding: Baby-Breast-Brain-Backup Axis (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction)
I am the mother of three breastfed children. Certified as an IBCLC in 2007, the next year, in 2008, setup the first IBCLC clinic in the medical center in Taiwan. As the President of the Chinese Lactation Consultant Association from 2015 till now. I have been teaching in the university for 30 years and as a part-time associate professor in the Department of Midwife & Women Health, National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Science, Taiwan now. After I retired from the university, I fund and as the CEO of WELL International Co., aims to promote the three-stages certification of profession lactation support competence.
Topic: Communications/Connection and Conflict Resolution Within the Extended Family - [View Abstract]
Breast is best. The World Health Organization recommends that exclusive breastfeeding for at least the first six months after birth. Breastfeeding 10 times a day and each lasts for 30 minutes for 180 days; that sum up to 54,000 minutes devoted for "healthy next generation". Wang (2008) propose the B theory of breastfeeding: Baby-Breast-Brain-BackUp axis, an interpretation and application of the lactation mechanism with a new perspective. Breastfeeding is involving physical, psychological and social aspects of life. How does the lactation consultant based on counseling skills, apply the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) to empower breastfeeding women, who can activate the positive brain feedback, prompt oxytocin reflexes, and bravely express individual needs. A breastfeeding friendly society therefore be fostered and the breastfeeding family could truly enjoy their breastfeeding goals & lives.
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Being Mindful: Case Studies of Mindfulness Tools in Clinical Lactation Practice
Anna Le Grange is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Registered Pediatric Nurse, Mindfulness teacher and Author. She has worked with new families for over 20 years in a variety of clinical roles. Anna brings her passion for psychology, neuroscience and mindfulness into her lactation support work and facilitates other professionals to incorporate emotional well-being tools into their own lactation practice.
Mother to 3 children, Anna breastfed her 3rd child following breast reduction surgery and experienced first-hand, the emotional challenges that so often relate to infant feeding complexities. She used her personal experiences alongside mindfulness and lactation knowledge, to create a toolbox of techniques for breastfeeding families, which she includes in her courses and book, The Mindful Breastfeeding Book. Anna believes whole-heartedly in prioritising calm and connection within our breastfeeding support practices, both for our clients and ourselves.
Anna is currently studying for a MSc in Positive Psychology at Buckingham New University and has spoken at various events including the ILactation conference and Womanfest.
Topic: A Mindful Approach to Low Milk Supply - [View Abstract]
Topic: Being Mindful: Case Studies of Mindfulness Tools in Clinical Lactation Practice - [View Abstract]
Topic: Breast/Chestfeeding After Breast Reduction - [View Abstract]
Bringing self-awareness and self-compassion into our work as healthcare professionals and lactation supporters, enables us to thrive in the work that we do and offer a higher quality and more ethical service to struggling clients. The case studies shared in this presentation offer a unique look at how mindfulness and self-awareness can be used to help navigate the complexities of each case. Learn more about the ways that stress in the feeding parent can impact lactation, how to identify the emotional considerations of a client’s situation, mindful breastfeeding tools and ways that providers can meet their own needs while working on challenging cases.
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