A podcast to highlight, amplify, and document the journey of Black Lactation Professionals. Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, tune in for a laid back, candid conversation with her colleagues about their journey through the Lactation profession. Support this
This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Sophia Taylor, LPN, IBCLC! If you were already in a career for a decade would you take the leap to change it? This is part of Sophia's story into the field and how she continued to evolve. Add some motivating conversation into your day and press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Sophia at- Email: sophiataylor@relatable-lactation.com On social- Instagram: @relatable_lactation Website: Relatable Lactation Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Want to learn more about how she became an IBCLC? Read more here! Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikadibclc/support
This weeks episode was just a reminder that "delayed does not mean denied". Angelica Knight, MS, IBCLC shares her journey on how being on a research study exposed her into birth work and all it comes with. As she learns about a barrier she not only acknowledges it but takes action to be a part of the solution. Add some motivating conversation into your day and press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Angelica at- Email: Angelica.knight94@gmail.com On social- Instagram: @Bluemoon_doula Facebook: @BlueMoonDoulaNC Website: Blue Moon Doula Resources mentioned: North Carolina A&T P2P Program Our Black Birth Life Podcast Linda Smith Resource Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Want to learn more about how she became an IBCLC? Read more here! Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikadibclc/support
Another solo episode this week! Do you have a memory of playing a video game in the 90's and when someone would get frustrated they'd rip the power cord out of the wall? Yea. That's the gist of what this episode is about lol. Enjoy! Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Want to learn more about how she became an IBCLC? Read more here! Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikadibclc/support
This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Zakela Mickens a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor who is blazing trails down in Jacksonville, FL. Add some motivating conversation into your day and press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Zakela at- Email: Hello@pbcmco.com On social- Instagram: @poweredbychocolatemilkco Website: Powered By Chocolate Milk Resources mentioned: R.O.S.E. Community Transformers Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Want to learn more about how she became an IBCLC? Read more here! Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikadibclc/support
This weeks colleague wishes she could go back and "just do it". Tune it to hear how NICU Nurse turned NICU Mom evolved into working in lactation. Add some motivating conversation into your day and press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Tiffani at- Email: tiffanid@thebreastchoicels.com On social- Instagram: @breastchoicelactation Website:https://www.thebreastchoicels.com Resources mentioned: The Lactation Private Practice Essential Toolkit LER Handouts Episode #7 with Courtney Polk Episode #27 with Tenise Hordge Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Want to learn more about how she became an IBCLC? Read more here! Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikadibclc/support
Enjoy this rewind interview with me. New interviews return next week! Tune in to learn why Tiara wished she took a different pathway when becoming an IBCLC and how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Tiara at: Email: info@crownedandcradled.com Website: Crown and Cradled Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikadibclc/support
Who said once you become a lactation professional it has to be your main/only focus? Rhonesha Isreal CBS, IBCLC is a Master level Social Worker and in this episode she shares why she summarized her journey with the word "revolutionary". Add some motivating conversation into your day and press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Rhonesha at- Email: askrho@milkingwithrho.com On social- Instagram: @Milking_with_Rho Facebook: @Milking With Rho LLC Website: https://milkingwithrho.com Resources mentioned: Diversity In Lactation Email to inquire about the next IBLCE exam study group: admin@diversityinlactation.org Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Want to learn more about how she became an IBCLC? Read more here! Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikadibclc/support
Tune in this week to hear this vetted Speech Language Pathologist and newly minted IBCLC Kellie Green talk through the rebrand of her private practice! Hear how she was ready to go work at the mall after covid shifted her plans. Add some motivating conversation into your day and press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Kellie at- Email: kellie@greenlivingandwellness.com On social- Instagram: Green Living and Wellness Facebook: Green Living and Wellness Website: www.greenlivingandwellness.com Resources mentioned: Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Want to learn more about how she became an IBCLC? Read more here! Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikadibclc/support
Solo episode this week where I talk about coming out of a survive and advance season of life. I've been trying to record his episode for months. It is a very personal and vulnerable conversation that I went back and forth on publishing. But, it was cathartic for me to record and hopefully it can be helpful to someone. Trigger warning: anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation and pregnancy loss discussed Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Want to learn more about how she became an IBCLC? Read more here! Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikadibclc/support
Endurance is an UNDERSTATEMENT when talking about Keyra Peraza's journey. This episode brings about the discussion of what how envision our lives going and the beauty that can come from faith and support. Add some motivating conversation into your day and press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Keyra at- Email: Keyraperaza@gmail.com On social- Instagram: @keyraperaza.cbs Resources mentioned: Black Breastfeeding Mamas Circle Group Southwest Washington Healthy Families Scholarship Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Want to learn more about how she became an IBCLC? Read more here! Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikadibclc/support
This week I had the pleasure of connecting with Leslie Owen's RN, IBCLC. If you feel stuck or second guessing the direction you should be going in, THIS is the episode for you. Add some motivating conversation into your day and press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Leslie at- Email: info@mothernurtureatl.com Websites: Mother Nurture Maternity Lactation Services On social- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mothernurtureatl Facebook: www.facebook.com/mothernurtureatl Resources mentioned: Leslies' waitlist referenced Lactation Education Consultants Cram Course Building A Story Brand Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikadibclc/support
After stepping away from an 18 year career in corporate engineering and program management, Tenise bet on herself to step fully into the field of lactation. Add some motivating conversation into your day and press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Tenise at- Email: info@mothersmagicalmilk.com Websites: Mothers Magical Milk On social- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mothersmagicalmilk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mothersmagicalmilk Resources mentioned: Arizona State University Lactation Program Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erikadibclc/support
Tune in to hear how a warm referral from School Counselor Charline evolved into diving into the field of lactation. Add some motivating conversation into your day and press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Charline at- Email: admin@somiclients.com Websites: SOMI On social- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somiclients/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/somiclients/ Resources mentioned: BabyCafeUSA Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erikadibclc/support
Tune in to learn how colleague Sierra didn't let the delay of not getting into nursing school derail her getting to her goal. Add some motivating conversation into your day and press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Sierra at- Email: info@lovemelamama.com Websites: MelaMama Maternal Wellness On social- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovemelamama Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovemelamama LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/melamama Resources mentioned: Nikki & Nikki Lactation Career Coaching Future of Lactation Facebook group Want to be an IBCLC Facebook group Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erikadibclc/support
Tune in to learn how colleague Kiana is intentional on collaboration and how she's creating pathways to serve the community that's important to her. Add some motivating conversation into your day and press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Kiana at: Email: kianaayers@readysetpush.org Websites: Mamas and Tatas Ready, Set, Push Thrive Lactation Collective On social- Instagram: @readysetpushinc and @mamasandtatas Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Tune in to learn how Dr. Sekeita, class president in high school, initially didn't have plans to go to college. The evolution of this #littlegirlfromflint will undoubtedly blow you away and leave you inspired to elevate. Follow your gut and press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Sekeita at- Email: slewisjohnson1@gmail.com Website: Mommy and Me Lactation Consulting Southeast Michigan IBCLCs of Color: SEMI On social- Instagram: @semi_ibclc.oc Facebook: @SMIBCLCsofColor Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Tune in to learn how Dominique's curiosity of why others were having such trouble with breastfeeding led her into the field after her initial plan fell through...... Press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Dominique at- email: Dominique@Dominiquedoula.com Website: https://www.dominiquedoula.com Podcast: Two Broke Cheer Moms On social- Instagram: @andniquesays @Dominique_Ibclc Facebook: @GalloBirthServices Learn more about USLCA: https://uslca.org Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Tune in to learn how Dairian landed her dream job right after grad school as an Occupational Therapist but surprisingly was left burnout and needed to make a career pivot. Press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Dairian at: Email: hello@humbledbymotherhood.com Website: https://humbledbymotherhood.com On social: @humbledbymotherhood Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Tune in to learn how Nasheeda continued to evolve until she found a fit within the lactation profession. Press play to hear how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Nasheeda at: Email: info@lactationgoddess.com Website: Lactation Goddess Purchase: Magical Milk Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Tune in to learn why Tiara wished she took a different pathway when becoming an IBCLC and how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Tiara at: Email: info@crownedandcradled.com Website: Crown and Cradled Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Tune in to hear how current PR Specialist, Fallon Smalls aka "Your Breastie", pivoted into lactation field. Press play and learn how networking and finding her groove using social media has her Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Fallon at: Email: yourbreastfriend@heybreastie.com On instagram: @yourbreastie Website: YourBreastie Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Tune in to this bonus episode to hear about our collaboration for Black Breastfeeding Week 2022! Submission sign up for the round table discussion: https://forms.gle/v7DPMfUnWeNq6NNv6 Follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook Follow Chanelle on Instagram and Facebook Tune in to The Point of it All round table on Saturday August 27, 2022 @ 3p EST on Facebook Live! Learn more about: Black Breastfeeding Week Learn more about: The Melanated Milk Atlas Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Tune in to hear how former Army Linguist Shondra Mattos pivoted into lactation and made it continue to work for her with each move. Press play and learn how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Shondra at: smattos@mattoslactation.com Mattos Lactation and Shondra Mattos Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Tune in to hear what called Kimberly to lean into her target audience and what kept her motivated when she considered exiting the field. Press play and learn how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Kimberly at: kwebb@melanatedmaternal.com Melanated Maternal Support Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Tune in to hear what my colleagues from season 1 were doing before getting into the lactation field! Learn more and to hear their full episodes: Chanelle Andrews Jada Metcalf Lydia O. Boyd Aimbriel Lasley Whitney Dula Bianca Nash Courtney Polk Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Tune in to hear this candid interview of why Erica Campbell, a RN, IBCLC transitioned from the hospital setting into private practice and why she's unsure she'll ever return. Take a listen and hear how Erica made her way into the lactation field and why keeping lactation education chill and attainable is important. Truly a fun episode full of transparency! Press play and learn how she's Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Erica at: themilkmanual@gmail.com The Milk Manual Learn more: YouTube TikTok Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Take a listen and hear how Nekisha Killings made her way into the lactation field and why community is our greatest resource. Trust me, it will blow you away! Press play and learn how she has BEEN Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Nikki at: connect@nekishakillings.com Nekisha Killings MPH, IBCLC Learn more about: The Melanated Mammary AlasTM and Nikki and Nikki Lactation Career Consultants Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Take a listen and hear how Nichelle Clark aka Pumpiana went from serving in the Navy and Corporate America to running her own private practice and embracing her authentic self. Press play and learn how she is Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Nichelle at: nichelle@sonshineandrainbowslactation.com Sonshine and Rainbows Lactation Facebook support group: Black Breastfeeding Mamas Circle Group Webinars taught by Nichelle: Pumping is Breastfeeding. Period. Rethinking the Definition of Breast/Chestfeeding: Where Does Pumping Fit In? Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Take a listen and hear how Tikara Cannon is working in the waiting room on her way to be an IBCLC. Press play and learn how she is Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Tikara at: info@milkandcradle.com Milk and Cradle LLC *Trigger warning*: infertility and pregnancy loss discussed during episode. Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Take a listen and hear how Deidra Washington went from Collegiate Athlete, Coach, Nutritionist and THEN into the world of lactation. Press play and learn how she is Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Deidra at: deidra@loveontopbirth.com Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every other Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Take a listen and hear what has kept Nurse Nikki going in this lactation space for 15 years. Press play and learn how she is Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Nikki at: Nurse Nikki NP nikki@nursenikkinp.com Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every Monday morning for about an hour as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation. Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe, review and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: LevelingUpInLactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Tune in to hear more about my day to day life as an IBCLC and an update on the podcast. Learn more about the podcast at levelingupinlactation.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Take a listen and hear how Danielle kept the faith after failing an exam that would prove to be apart of God's plan for more. Press play and learn how she is Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Danielle at: Milkin' Melanin info@milkinmelanin.com Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every Monday morning for about 45mins as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: Leveling Up In Lactation --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Tune in to hear MY journey of becoming an IBCLC in two years. Settle in, it's a lengthy but good episode! Resources mentioned: Nikki & Nikki Lactation- https://www.nikkiandnikkiibclc.org/ Sophia- https://www.sophia.org/ Modern States- https://modernstates.org/ LER- https://www.lactationtraining.com/ Centre of Excellence- https://www.centreofexcellence.com/ The Future of Lactation Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefutureoflactation/?ref=share Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every Monday morning for about 45mins as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation (https://enrichedlactation.com/) Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: https://levelingupinlactation.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Take a listen and hear how Courtney's childhood dream lead her into this field and how she is Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Courtney at: https://www.rnibclc.com/ Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every Monday morning for about 45mins as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation (enrichedlactation.com) Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: https://levelingupinlactation.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Take a listen and hear how Bianca used her transferable skills to pivot into Lactation Land and how she is Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Bianca at: https://www.facebook.com/111462573951103/ Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every Monday morning for about 45mins as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation (enrichedlactation.com) Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: https://levelingupinlactation.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Take a listen and hear how Whitney transitioned from fashion design to Lactation Land and is Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Whitney at: https://www.themamasdula.com/ Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every Monday morning for about 45mins as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation (enrichedlactation.com) Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: https://levelingupinlactation.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Take a listen and hear how Aimbriel has been Leveling Up in Lactation from teaching breastfeeding classes at Babies R Us to private practice! Learn more and connect with Aimbriel at: https://www.holisticlactationcare.com/ Learn more about Black Mama Vegan: https://www.blackmamavegan.com/ Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every Monday morning for about 45mins as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation (enrichedlactation.com) Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: https://levelingupinlactation.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Take a listen and hear how Lydia has been Leveling Up in Lactation for more than a decade! Learn more and connect with Lydia at: https://lydiaoboyd.com/ Learn more about The B.L.A.C.K Course: https://theblackcourse.com/ Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join me every Monday morning for about 45mins as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation (enrichedlactation.com) Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: https://levelingupinlactation.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Take a listen and hear how Jada is working her way to becoming an IBCLC and how she has been Leveling Up in Lactation! Learn more and connect with Jada at: https://milkandhoneycoatl.com and join her Facebook group “Future IBCLCs of Color” if you are BIPOC and need support on your journey. Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join her every Monday morning for about 45mins as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation (enrichedlactation.com) Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: https://levelingupinlactation.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Take a listen and hear how Chanelle maneuvered her way to becoming an IBCLC in our debut episode! Learn more and connect with Chanelle at: https://heymamalpc.com/ Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, she created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join me every Monday morning for about 45mins as she has a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation (enrichedlactation.com) Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to follow, subscribe and share it with a friend! Learn more about the podcast: https://levelingupinlactation.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
Hosted by Erika Dudley, IBCLC, take a listen to a sneak peek and learn what to expect when full episodes debut in August 2021! I created this podcast to highlight, amplify, and develop an audio hub for the journeys of Black Lactation Professionals. Join me every Monday morning for about 45mins as I have a laid back, candid conversation with Colleagues about their journeys through Lactation Land. Erika Dudley is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who began her career in lactation as a WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor after successfully pushing through barriers to breastfeed her son. Within a year she became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist then promoted to the Lead Breastfeeding Counselor. After becoming an IBCLC she transitioned into private practice where she owns Enriched Lactation (enrichedlactation.com) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/endibclc/support
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