We join the global breastfeeding community in mourning the passing of Dr. Ruth A. Lawrence, whose extraordinary career transformed the fields of breastfeeding medicine and clinical toxicology. A pioneering clinician, innovator, educator and advocate, Dr. Lawrence elevated breastfeeding to its rightful place in modern healthcare and inspired generations of practitioners through her leadership, mentorship, and scholarship.
Her landmark textbook, Breastfeeding: A Guide for the Medical Profession, and her decades of dedication continue to guide and inspire us all.
Dr Lawrence’s legacy lives on in the generations of families and professionals whose lives and practices reflect her enduring vision.
With gratitude,
The Editorial Team of Lactation & Breastfeeding