12/11/2025
I’m honored to share that I am now officially an IBCLC — International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.
This milestone represents years of service, education, clinical experience, and dedication to supporting families in our community. For the past five years, I have poured my heart into lactation and infant feeding work—building a thriving practice, specializing in oral habilitation, and providing evidence-based, compassionate care to thousands of families.
What many may not know is that the path to this credential is extensive. Before even sitting for the exam, I completed the full IBLCE requirements:
• 95+ hours of lactation-specific education
• 1000+ supervised clinical hours
• Health sciences coursework
• CPR, ethics, and continuing education standards
• Comprehensive documentation and verification
I was also selected for an IBLCE audit, a rigorous review that requires proof of every hour of education and clinical experience submitted. While audits are uncommon, I successfully passed with all materials verified and approved — something I am deeply proud of, as it reflects the integrity and transparency with which I have always approached my work.
Earning the IBCLC credential does not change the heart of what I do. My mission remains the same: to provide thoughtful, individualized, evidence-based lactation and infant feeding care for families across Southern Kentucky and Northern Tennessee. These letters simply reflect the level of training and commitment I have held for years and open even more doors for advanced clinical practice and collaboration.
To the families who have trusted me, to the providers who have partnered with me, and to my own family who has supported me through every step — thank you. Your confidence, encouragement, and shared belief in meaningful lactation care have made this achievement possible.
I look forward to continuing this work with the highest standard of professional credentialing in the lactation field.
With gratitude,
Emily Kaiser, MSW, IBCLC
Owner, A Mother’s Village