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- The CLCA is a non-profit association for those interested in the promotion, support, and protection of breastfeeding.
Free Member Webinar
Dr Patricia Martens, B.Sc., Cert. Ed., M.Sc., IBCLC, PhD will present our first CLCA-ACCL webinar on Tuesday, November 9th at 7-8:30 p.m. EST (6-7:30pm in Manitoba). This educational session and L CERPs are free to CLCA-ACCL members and $30 to non-members.
The title of this presentation is:
Breastfeeding and the Prevention of Obesity and Diabetes. What does the research say?
Instructions on how to access this presentation and registration will be posted on the website soon. Please review this outline and learning objectives.
Canadian Breastfeeding Foundation Scholarship
The Canadian Breastfeeding Foundation Scholarship is available to a candidate who has met the qualifications to sit for the exam and who is a Canadian citizen (see IBLCE web page for exam information - www.IBLCE.org). The scholarship is intended to assist in the development of lactation services in a remote or under represented area of Canada. This scholarship will provide complete financial aid for the exam fees. The scholarship cannot be used for re-certification. Funds cannot be used for texts or for transportation to the exam site. Consideration is given to candidates with financial need, and priority given to the candidate who assists women who have limited access to the services of an IBCLC. One scholarship will be awarded each year.
Financial Assistance Application
2010 Award of Excellence Nominations
CLCA-ACCL is calling for nominations for our annual Award of Excellence.
Do you know a CLCA-ACCL member deserving of formal recognition? We are seeking someone who has demonstrated extraordinary dedication and commitment to breastfeeding families and ongoing support to their professional association.
Please consider nominating a colleague completing the downloadable form, scan and email to Kim Scott. The award winner will be chosen by the Board of Directors this October.
files/CLCA/PDF/Misc/CLCA Nomination Form 2 no lines.docx - Word Document
Great research out of Nova Scotia
Researchers from St Francis Xavier University in Nova Scotia studying skin-to-skin have produced 2 DVDs and a facilitators guide to share their findings. Dr Bigelow and her team from the Psychology Department have found significant findings in the areas of breastfeeding, maternal sensitivity, postpartum depression and infant alertness and responsiveness. The DVD "Enhancing Baby's First Relationship: A Parents' Guide for Skin-to-Skin Contact with Their Infants" and the accompanying facilitator's guide can be used to present the importance of skin-to-skin to new and expectant parents or to health practitioners. Follow this link to the DVDs and guide.
www.mystfx.ca/InfantSkinToSkinContact
CLCA IN ACTION: Letters from the Board (pdf files)
We invite our membership to download and send copies of the letters from the BOD posted on this website. Copies may be forwarded to related individuals, groups and organizations as long as they remain WHO Code Compliant.
MEMBERSHIP PAYS!!
Click here to learn 4 main reasons you should consider joining CLCA today! Click here to download a membership form.
CLCA lending AV Library:
A great selection of resources are available to members in DVDs, CDs and video. New additions are always being added, so check back as we offer the latest educational resources available as a valuable membership benefit. See the AV Library for the available items to borrow.
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