Breastfeeding families deserve advice and clinical care based on research evidence and professional consensus. It is well documented that families who receive care from breastfeeding-knowledgeable physicians and other providers are less likely to wean prematurely.
The WV Breastfeeding Institute is committed to offering quality Lactation Education & Training Opportunities at reduced prices or FREE for a wide variety of healthcare professionals and community breastfeeding supporters.
For more information or to register, contact mandymquick@wvbreastfeeding.org
Current offerings:
From our partners at The Institute for the Advancement of Breastfeeding & Lactation Education
Breastfeeding Family Friendly Communities – A Child Survival Strategy
In celebration of National Breastfeeding Month 2026, this webinar, “Breastfeeding Family Friendly Communities- A Child Survival Strategy,” is presented by Love Anderson. Love Anderson is the co-founder of Breastfeeding Family Friendly Communities, a community health worker and national advocate. Her leadership in breastfeeding equity and disaster response has guided the formation of the National SAFE Team—emphasizing grassroots and culturally responsive implementation of Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies.
The WV Breastfeeding Institute has been accepted by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners® (IBLCE®) as a Preferred Provider for the listed Continuing Education Recognition Points (CERPs) program. Determination of CERPs eligibility or CERPs Provider status does not imply IBLCE’s endorsement or assessment of education quality. As a Preferred Provider, the WV Breastfeeding Institute attests that it complies with the WHO Code and subsequent WHA resolutions.
- (free) LCERP is verified for this program as follows: VII. Clinical Skills Domain | Verification valid until 8/26/28
To obtain credit after viewing, please email Mandy Quick (mandymquick@wvbreastfeeding.org) to complete the posttest.
Supplementing Breastfed Babies: Evidence for the Why, When, and How
This webinar, led by WV CHAMPS National hospital providers, for prenatal and pediatric providers and others interested in evidence-based approaches to supplementing breastfed infants. The session highlights proactive practices and clear clinical indications for supplementation in hospital and outpatient settings. Viewers will gain practical strategies for common medical scenarios, along with communication approaches that prioritize infant safety while supporting breastfeeding.
Lactation Continuing Education Credit (LCERP) is available after viewing the recording and completing a post-test.
From our partners at Lactation Education Resources:
The Certified Breastfeeding Specialist/Core Lactation Consultant Course
Course Description: This basic, online lactation management course is for those who wish to educate and support breastfeeding families through pregnancy, breastfeeding initiation, and the normal course of lactation.
- 52+ hours of online instruction with expert instructors – including 5 hours of communication skills training
- Support families right away
- Be a respected member of the healthcare team
- Can be a stepping stone to the IBCLC
Evidence-Based Infant Feeding Course for Hospital Nurses
An 8-hour online (recorded) course that provides the learner with the current evidence-based foundations for infant feeding practices. Topics include best practices for the transition to extra-uterine life, successful start to breastfeeding with an emphasis on safety (includes SUPC information), overcoming common difficulties, milk expression, pumping, alternative feeding methods, safe formula preparation, and communication skills with families regarding infant feeding decisions. The course offers fundamental information for the novice breastfeeding supporter and germane material for the bedside healthcare provider and clinician who would like a refresher.