Pennsylvania Resource Organization
for Lactation Consultants
PRO-LC
Welcome to our website! If you are part of the
general public looking for information about lactation
consultants you have come to the right place. If you need
information on how
to become a lactation consultant we can help you too.
If you are already a lactation consultant in the Philadelphia
Region we invite you to join
us. As a local professional organization we can support
your growth and development in the field of lactation.
Enjoy the visit!
What is a Lactation Consultant?
Lactation consultants are allied health care providers.
An international body certifies them and they possess
the skills, knowledge and ability to assist mothers and
babies in making the breastfeeding experience a healthy
and enjoyable one.
Lactation consultants work in collaboration with primary
health care providers. They focus on preventive care,
providing up to date information, services and referrals
for the most appropriate care for both mother and child.
The International Board Certified Lactation Consultant
has demonstrated a thorough knowledge of breastfeeding
through a certifying examination and is entitled to use
the IBCLC designation. The certification program is based
on guidelines developed by the U.S. National Commission
for certifying agencies.
