Look for the conference registration brochure by February 1st. There is no cost for Illinois residents to attend this 2-day conference, but registration is required. You may register for one or both days. Meals and refreshments will be provided. Registration deadline is April 15.
An Awards reception will take place April 27th from 5-8pm. Attendees will have the opportunity to purchase books, meet the speakers and have their copies autographed.
This years’ conference features a variety of diverse speakers with many breakout sessions to choose from including:
Dianna West, IBCLC co-author of “The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding” will discuss low milk supply and overcoming breastfeeding ambivalence.
Amy Peterson, IBCLC & Mindy Harmer, authors of “Balancing Breast and Bottle: Reaching Your Breastfeeding Goals” will present the basics of breastfeeding suck and how to apply qualities of breastfeeding to bottle feeding the partially breastfed baby.
Amanda Hovis, producer of “Adventures of Zobey” nutrition DVD series, will discuss different types of social media, why we should use social media, and ways to use social media to engage and inspire toward behavior change.
Carole Peterson, IBCLC of Lactation Education Consultants (LEC) will present “Yes You Can!” WIC Breastfeeding Assessment campaign getting rave reviews in the Indiana WIC program.
Bridges to Breastfeeding Trainings
Collaborative trainings with WIC and area hospitals
