The International Conference on the Theory and Practice of Human Lactation Management and Breastfeeding Research
This annual conference is a lovely, intimate conference where you can network with others from across the country and internationally, sit next to the speakers with your personal questions, and see old friends year after year. Orlando is an ideal family vacation destination - what could be better than an enriching conference for you during the day while your family enjoys the delights of the area?! Or come with your friends, learn new information during the day, and hang out at the pool in the evenings!
2011 International Conference on the Theory and Practice of Human Lactation Research and Breastfeeding Management
Special Event at SeaWorld
January 10, 2011
Pre-Conference Workshops
January 11th and 12th, 2011
Core Conference
January 13& 14, 2011
at the
Radisson Resort Orlando - Celebration
(formally known as the Radisson Resort Parkway - the same hotel we were at for the last 8 years, just a new name!)
Orlando Florida USA
Description
This conference has been specially designed to broaden the perspective and enrich the clinical practice of those who care for breastfeeding mothers and babies. Program content has been chosen to insure innovative discussions of strategies and management options. Care givers and researchers alike will find this a rich forum for learning and sharing ideas.
Conference Objectives
Participants will be able to
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Describe current trends in clinical practice for those who care for breastfeeding mothers and babies.• Describe research findings that impact clinical practice, program development, funding and policy in breastfeeding and human lactation.
Who should attend?
The 2011 International Conference on the Theory and Practice of Human Lactation Research and Breastfeeding Management is indispensable for professionals working in the area of breastfeeding and human lactation. This includes Physicians, Nurses, Nutritionists, Public Health Providers, IBCLCs, CLCs, OTs, Doulas, WIC Staff, Students, Educators, La Leche League Leaders, Lactation Consultants... YOU!!!
This annual conference is held in January in Orlando, FL. Past speakers have included Chloe Fisher, Gro Nylander, Peter Hartmann, Lennart Rigard, Michel Odent, Naomi Baumslaug, Cindy and Fred Howard, Suzanne Arms, Ann-Marie Widstrom, Marie Biancuzzo, Lynne Sylvia, Gene Cranston Anderson, Tine Vinther Jerris, Kittie Frantz, Karin Cadwell, Ruth Lawrence, Larry Gardner, Lars Hanson, Ric Jones, Maureen Groer, Phyllis and Marshall Klaus and many more. Join us! Check out some pictures from the conference!
Workshop and Poster Session Participants at the International Conference:
Do you want to share with colleagues the important/exciting work you are doing in your community? Have you written a book or pamphlet that you would like to share? Are you doing breastfeeding research that you would like to tell your colleagues about? Poster sessions are an excellent opportunity to share and showcase the work of research teams, hospitals, communities and coalitions. Place still available in the Learning Bazaar. Give us a call!
Download a PDF file of the 2011 International Conference Call for Participation. Sign up below to receive a physical copy of the flyer.