Lactation Training & Breastfeeding Education
Physicians and other healthcare providers working in maternal and child health (obstetrics, pediatrics, family practice) need knowledge and skills in breastfeeding management to best support
their patients.
WBVA Breastfeeding 2023 Education Goals
WVPP and WBVA will increase Prenatal Breastfeeding Education and Promotion by offering webinars for prenatal providers and toolkit of ACOG materials and encourage referrals to the WV WIC program for additional education and support.
Improve communication and social media to increase participation in statewide lactation efforts.
Coordinate with Office of Nutrition Services/WIC and Payors to improve breast pump, lactation services and donor milk coverage.
Assistance with pathway to International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) designation.
The WVPP and WBVA will provide training modules, and comprehensive course for clinical Breastfeeding Medicine scholarships.
Offer evidence-based provider training
The Perinatal Partnership will coordinate with the WV Breastfeeding Alliance to update their website and social media pages to increase membership and participation in statewide lactation efforts and will provide essential updates, resources for training and best practices online.