Author Archives: Liz Brooks, IBCLC

The IBCLC’s Elevator Speech

Can you describe your work, to a total stranger, in the time it takes to ride an elevator? Try these: “I’m an IBCLC. It’s the essential credential for lactation support.” “IBCLCs empower women, and save babies’ lives.” Why, you wonder, would an IBCLC ever need something like that? Because it means IBCLCs around the world… Continue Reading

Book Release!

My new book, Legal and Ethical Issues for the IBCLC was released July 25, 2011. This text, published by Jones & Bartlett, covers the day-to-day legal and ethical challenges faced by IBCLCs.  The book is available on Amazon or directly from the publisher. The work is also highlighted at Penn Medicine. Continue Reading