Our August Lunch & Learn is scheduled for Friday, August 1st, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Megan Kindred, PhD(c), APRN, FNP-C, IBCLC will be our speaker.

RECORDING available in Members Only area. CERPs were only awarded to attendees who attended the live presentation.

HALCEA Education Series: Optimizing Outcomes - Lactation Support for the Almost-Term Infant

Abstract: Late preterm and early term infants face unique challenges that can hinder breastfeeding success, including physiological immaturity, feeding difficulties, and higher readmission rates. This presentation outlines key barriers such as weak suck, sleepiness, and delayed milk production, and offers evidence-based strategies for lactation consultants to support breastfeeding. Emphasis is placed on early intervention, caregiver education, and tailored lactation management to improve outcomes for this vulnerable population.

Disclaimer: Houston Area Lactation Consultants & Educators Association has been accepted by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners® (IBLCE®) as a Preferred Provider for the listed Continuing Education Recognition Points (CERPs) programme. Determination of CERPs eligibility or CERPs Provider status does not imply IBLCE’s endorsement or assessment of education quality. As a Preferred Provider, Houston Area Lactation Consultants & Educators Association attests that it complies with the WHO Code and subsequent WHA resolutions.