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The Evolve Lactation Podcast

Christine Staricka, IBCLC
Breastfeeding
Lactation
Lactation Consulting
Lactation Care
Lactation Support
Breastfeeding Support
Milk Production
Late Preterm Infants
Biases In Clinical Practice
Infant Formula Marketing
Active Listening
Burnout Among Lactation Professionals
Formula Feeding
Postpartum
Maternal Health
Lactation Support Groups
Breastfeeding Education
Peer Support
First 100 Hours Of Breastfeeding
Maternal Child Health

Evolve Lactation Podcast was created to inspire, inform, and engage current and aspiring lactation care providers. Hosted by Christine Staricka and Olena Dobczansky, the Evolve Lactation Podcast is a resource for learning and connecting over all things lactation-related. Whether you’re seasoned or studying, we hope this show will make you think and inspire you to act. ibclcinca.substack.com

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*I am in no way affiliated with the IBCLC Commission or IBLCE (other than actively holding the IBCLC credential) and do not purport to speak on their behalf. You can find information about the IBCLC credential at www.ibclc-commission.org.

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Kelly Durbin
A board certified lactation consultant and author of the book 'Protecting Your Potential for Breastfeeding'
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Olena Dobczansky
Internationally board-certified lactation consultant and registered nurse with extensive experience in maternal child health
Episode: A Rogerian Ontology of Breastfeeding with Special Guest Olena S. Dobczansky, MSN, RNC-MNN, IBCLC, C-ONQS, LCCE

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Christine Staricka
Board-certified lactation consultant; frequent host and expert on lactation ethics, clinical practice, and advocacy.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Wonderful podcast!

    This is one of my favorite lactation podcasts! Christine is not only a skilled and compassionate IBCLC, she is also a gifted and talented podcast host, speaker, and writer. Love her calm, kind, and reassuring voice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the red pen editor
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you!

    Christine, you did such a beautiful job with your 12/20/23 podcast on the most recent controversial article on lactation. Everything I would have wanted to say was succinctly expressed in your thoughtful, clear, logical commentary. Thank you from the bottom of my IBCLC heart!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coleen Rae
    United States2 years ago
  • Great for parents and lactation supporters!

    Love the clear presentation of information. Totally digging the “let it go” approach if doesn’t work for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Seastiller
    United States5 years ago
  • Lactation consultant from France

    Such a nice podcast ! Listening from France. Thank you, I’m looking forward to hear your next episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alexane from Dyade Lactée
    France5 years ago

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A practical, practitioner-focused show about lactation care, breastfeeding advocacy, and the ethics of industry influence. Across episodes, hosts explore IBCLC credentials, data-driven breastfeeding support, postpartum realities, and the tension between clinical care and commercial marketing. Notable themes include trauma-informed practice, burnout among lactation professionals, and strategies for sustainable, ethics-first services. The format combines expert insight with actionable guidance for clinicians, private practitioners, and serious parenting educators, making it a strong resource for professionals seeking evidence-based approaches and community-minded advocacy.

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