GUT-BRAIN for IBCLCs.

4-PART RECORDED PRESENTATION

IBCLCs only.

A Master Class open to IBCLCs who wish to improve both literacy and clinical efficacy when supporting breastfeeding dyads presenting with complex challenges such as food intolerances, gut dysbiosis, metabolic disorders, eczema, reflux and related issues. Beginning with an overview of epigenetic influences on gene expression in pregnancy and breastfeeding, the course includes a review of the research on nutrition/nutrients’ influence on the microbiome, milk production and composition, the impact of the maternal microbiome on the breastfeeding dyad, and the influence of nutrition and other factors such as circadian cycling on post-partum well-being. A discussion of prebiotics and probiotics, elimination diets, an overview of laboratory testing specific to thyroid function and PCOS and clinical support options for babies with reflux, eczema and food intolerances will be presented, along with clinical case presentations that include collaboration with other professionals in supporting these complex…