Every $1 invested in #breastfeeding support generates $35 in benefits to economies. Investing in #breastfeeding is one of the smartest investments a country can make to ensure a smarter, healthier population. An investment of just $4.70 per newborn will ensure 50% of world’s babies are exclusively #breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life. Not[…]
The theme for #WBW2018 is Breastfeeding: A Foundation Of Life. Over 820,000 children and 20,000 women could be saved each year if babies were breastfed according to global recommendations. In a world filled with inequality, crises and poverty, #breastfeeding is the foundation of lifelong health for babies and mothers. #Breastfeeding is a universal solution that[…]
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August 1, 2018 begins World Breastfeeding Week, and we at SELCA are gearing up to celebrate breastfeeding families, and those who support them! Kick off your celebration by scoring a great deal, celebrating SELCA’s 30 birthday, hearing the amazing Linda Smith and getting BONUS FREE PARKING by signing up to attend Connected: SELCA Third Annual Conference[…]
We know . . . cramming in end of summer relaxation, gearing up for back to school, coordinating Global Big Latch On event and World Breastfeeding Week Events … You are busy! So, here is a handy to-do list so you don’t forget anything- Lots To Do: VOTE– If you are a current SELCA Member.[…]
Dear SELCA members, We are happy to announce that the 100th lactation consultant license was issued this week! Congratulations! The many applications that have been submitted recently will continue to be processed by the Georgia Secretary of State’s office. Those who meet the requisites for licensure can still apply, as well. Many have questions[…]
As with anything new, licensure and the upcoming deadline of July 1, 2018 raises questions. SELCA stands ready to help as a resource to all who support breastfeeding throughout the Southeastern United States. We have many resources available on our website licensure page, but find our FAQs here:
SELCA is here to help you help families breastfeed . . . Today, we celebrate International Board Certified Lactation Consultants, and say THANK YOU for all you do to help Georgia families. Find your SELCA IBCLC Day 2018 Appreciation Certificate here. We also have more ways to help you celebrate! ILCA #happyIBCLCday goodies USLCA members can access[…]
Georgia Lactation Consultant Practice Act ALREADY improving access to care! The Georgia Lactation Consultant Practice Act will go into effect on July 1, 2018, but we are already seeing INCREASED ACCESS TO LACTATION CARE in Georgia. We are thrilled to report that CareSource, a Medicaid CMO, has recently begun credentialing IBCLCs in Georgia! Importantly, our[…]
Licensure for IBCLCs in Georgia is here, and the deadline is approaching- July 1, 2018! We are already seeing positive results (did you see our post about Medicaid coverage in GA?) and we need licensed IBCLCs. We know the process can seem daunting, but SELCA is here to help you help breastfeeding families, and we can[…]