Contents:

Part 2 The Science of Lactation 139

Part 3 Prenatal Through Postpartum 243

Part 4 Special Care 449

Part 5 Role of the IBCLC 635

Code of Ethics for International Board Certified Lactation Consultants 749

Scope of Practice for International Board Certified Lactation Consultants IBCLCs 751

Standards of Practice for International Board Certified Lactation Consultants 753

Clinical Competencies for IBCLC Practice 755

Baby Feeding Requirements 759

WHO Weight Charts 761

Spanish Breastfeeding Glossary 765

Professional Resources 769

Index 775

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