Editorial – Issue 1/2026
Dear Members, Dear Colleagues, In our counselling practice, we often work with mothers who begin or continue breastfeeding under challenging […]
Editorial, Issue 1/2026
Issue 1/2026
Issue 1/2026, Science
Cannabis Consumption and Breastfeeding: Are they Compatible?
Author: Elise Armoiry, IBCLC, pharmacist Abstract Cannabis use during pregnancy and lactation is increasing in line with the legalisation of
Issue 1/2026, Practical Know-how
Providing Breastfeeding-Friendly Support to Mothers with Mental Health Challenges
Author: Natalie Groiss, IBCLC, DGKP Abstract Mental health issues during pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding pose a particular challenge for affected
Ethics, Issue 1/2026
Breastfeeding in the Workplace
Author: Dr Pia Müller, IBCLC Abstract Breastfeeding is of major health importance and is socially desirable. In practice, however, breastfeeding
Ethics, Issue 1/2026
GDPR Compliance for Lactation Consultants in Europe
Author: Veronica Quadu, IBCLC Abstract This guide explores the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and its implications for self-employed lactation
Issue 1/2026, Practical Know-how
Providing Hospital Staff Training – My Very Special Area of Work as an IBCLC
Author: Eva Bogensperger-Hezel, IBCLC, DGKS Abstract I became a hospital training course instructor more or less by chance – this
Issue 1/2026, Practical Know-how
Easy Language in Breastfeeding Counselling
Author: Marianne Reber Abstract Being able to understand texts is a human right. Easy language is an integral component of
Issue 1/2026, Science
Breastfeeding and Reduced Risk of Cardiovascular Disease in Later Life
Authors: Lena Tschiderer, Assoc. Prof., Dipl.-Ing, PhD, Peter Willeit, Univ. Prof., Dr med univ, MPhil, PhD Abstract Cardiovascular disease, which
Issue 1/2026, News from ELACTA board
ELACTA News 1/2026
Content ELACTA Board Meeting, Frankfurt, Germany Presidents’ Meeting – Summary Report Upcoming Events Converence News Looking Ahead ELACTA Board Meeting,
Issue 1/2026, News from ELACTA board
Interview with Mihaela Niță, President of ELACTA
The Editorial Team of Lactation & Breastfeeding is delighted to present an interview with Mihaela Niță, President of ELACTA. We
Issue 1/2026, News from ELACTA board
ELACTA at the 2nd APCLC International Conference
On 6–7 November 2025, the 2nd International Conference of the Portuguese Association of Certified Lactation Consultants (APCLC) took place in
Issue 1/2026, News from the National Associations
“Breast milk connects – even beyond religious boundaries”
The interview was conducted by Natalie Groiss, IBCLC, VSLÖ Austria Abstract A scientific interview with Mirza Memić, lecturer at the
Issue 1/2026, News from the National Associations
Recount of the Annual Conference of the Association of Lactation Consultants in Ireland (ALCI)
The Association of Lactation Consultants in Ireland (ALCI) recently hosted its 36th National Conference, a vibrant two-day hybrid event held