Annual Update 2025
A comprehensive review of 2024’s most critical lactation-related studies, protocols, and position statements—all in one place. Sekeita Lewis-Johnson, DNP, FNP-BC, IBCLC, and Julie Grimes, IBCLC, have carefully selected the most impactful publications of the year to enhance your practice, providing analysis and practical implementation guidance—so you can be sure you’re providing the very best in evidence-based care.
Discover the latest insights on:
- Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative implementation across North America and Europe, with new data from CDC's mPINC surveys showing progress and challenges
- NICU-specific lactation support, including research on direct breastfeeding in preterm infants, supplemental feeding tubes, and exclusive human milk diets for neurodevelopment
- Clinical updates including the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine's position on breastfeeding during emergencies, revised prenatal breastfeeding promotion protocol, and AAP recommendations on ankyloglossia
- Birth practices and lactation outcomes, examining relationships between synthetic oxytocin, cesarean sections, and breastfeeding success
- Evidence-based interventions including skin-to-skin care, teaching methods for maternal self-efficacy, and critical analysis of emerging breast pump flange sizing research
- Health equity considerations including workplace accommodations under the PUMP Act, impacts of food deserts, gendered language, and specialized support for nursing parents with higher BMIs
This dynamic presentation combines technical expertise with practical wisdom. Whether you work in a hospital, clinic, private practice, or community setting, you’ll leave this course with the knowledge and tools to provide up-to-date, compassionate lactation care that meets the diverse needs of all families.
This Course Awards:
1.0 L-CERPs
1.0 Nursing Contact Hours