>>>>Didn't you mean you'd challenge the idea that IBCLCs SHOULD be RNs?  I
will
too.>>>>>>I do, however, take exception to your statement that someone needs
a good "CLC" course.  What they need is a good, comprehensive, lactation
management education program -- preferably with NO certification attached to
it so that it doesn't confuse the public.  (I actually think that's what you
meant, Mary
Kay).  >>>>>>

Trying to use "shorthand" for my thoughts gets me in trouble once more! You
are perfectly right, Jan in helping me out here with what I meant to say. ;-)
I feel a little passionate about this subject for good reason and the main
point I want to make is that being an nurse AND IBCLC is such a great help
and asset no matter how long one has been either, it will be complimentary
and become integrated into the practice of each. All M/B nurses need a
knowledge base of lactation management and I wholeheartedly agree about the
"initials" being confusing to mothers and other HCPs.
Warmly,
Mary Kay Smith,
Romeoville IL

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