A CLC can protect, promote, and support breastfeeding by providing
education and counseling to nursing mothers. If there are serious issues
like tongue tie, failure to thrive,  cleft palate, etc., you would refer
treatment to an IBCLC.

Elisabeth Coble, BSN, RN, IBCLC
Certified Pediatric Nurse
On Jun 14, 2016 1:45 PM, "Vivian Okanume" <
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> Hello All,
> I am a newly credentialed Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC).  I
> currently work in a pediatric hospital as a Registered Dietetic Technician
> (DTR).  I am trying to find ways to provide breastfeeding support within my
> scope of practice.  Not being an IBCLC or RN in particular has been a
> barrier for me.  Can anyone give me feedback on how I may be best utilized
> in my current role and setting?  Thanks.
> Vivian Okanume, BS DTR CLC
>
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