My month started with a coincidental staff meeting for my lactation staff on IBCLC Recognition Day. I turned it into a celebration along with education and coordination. Recognizing this team […]
BY ELIZABETH KIRTS, MPH, ICCE, IBCLC, RLC Last night I was “nominated” for the Facebook What Brings You Joy challenge. It’s where you post a picture every day with no […]
International Childbirth Education Week is January 25th through January 31st. ICEA is proud to celebrate so many hardworking Childbirth Educators throughout this week. To recognize the amazing work worldwide, we interviewed Amy Nevland, an ICEA-Certified Childbirth Educator and current Director of Education at ICEA.
Note from the President January 2023 Welcome to 2023! Just a few months ago, I had planned to end my term as President of ICEA the 31st of December. However […]
Sitting in my office reflecting on the past year, it is a very snowy day in my hometown. As much as I don’t like to be cold, the snow is […]
The many of us from the Board of Directors met in person for the very first time when we got together on October 27th for an in person strategic planning […]
BY ELIZABETH KIRTS, MPH, ICCE, IBCLC, RLC I am starting this month’s note on the somber topic of infant loss. October 15th is World Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. […]
Want to attend a new FREE online “festival” style event on the science of breastfeeding? Aimed at doulas, childbirth educators, midwives and lactation professionals. Hosted by Toni Harman, Filmmaker behind […]
As I am writing this, our Virtual Conference, Surviving to Thriving is a mere 45 days and 6 minutes away. I hope you are registered. As we made decisions on […]
Our certification programs provide you with the information and skills you need to make a difference in the lives of pregnant women and their families. Those who are in financial need are encouraged to turn your passion into a career by applying for a scholarship.
Remember, if you register by 31 August, then you can take advantage of our Early Bird Rates. The Category A Early Bird rate is $199!
We know committing to attend a conference is a big investment. That’s why we wanted to take time to answer the top three questions we receive about our 2022 Virtual Conference.
What grounds your or fills you up? How can you find those moments to rejuvenate and reenergize? Don’t let the moments slip away uncaptured because the present is what we have.
During this conference, you’ll have the opportunity to earn up to 24 CEUs. That’s enough for recertification! Our special Early Bird prices will end on 31 August, so make certain to register quickly to receive our best rate.
I’ve said it before and will keep saying it, we are so very lucky to be doing what we are doing. We have so many opportunities to impact families. And we may never know how our help, guidance, teaching, or compassion will help a family. Keep doing what you are doing!
In our profession we are in a place of hope, love, and healing. When we remember that our career is really a calling, we receive so much from those we serve.
Being on the ICEA Board is more than just a title or a seat to keep warm. This is a place you can make real change! Leave your mark on the profession you love.
In the summer of 2021 the Board of Directors came together for our yearly Strategic Planning meeting. One of the Goals we set was a Letter of Support for Doulas… “Promote the ICEA Certified Professional as an integral component of the allied healthcare team.”
Make sure to mark your calendar and save the date for the 2022 Virtual Conference on October 28 – 30. You’ll have the opportunity to earn up to 24 CEUs! We hope to see you there.
I hope that we can always be sensitive to others. This doesn’t mean giving up what is important to us, it just means being aware of others.
On those days when you are discouraged or feel like you aren’t doing enough, remember that we never know how the little things may be part of something great. You are so appreciated.
Your expertise has changed lives. The compassion you demonstrate to your families has improved birth outcomes for all. So, we’re inviting you to submit a nomination for the ICEA Board of Directors. Come share your knowledge and expertise.
Our certification programs provide you with the information and skills you need to make a difference in the lives of pregnant women and their families. Those who are in financial need are encouraged to turn your passion into a career by applying for a scholarship.
Wanting to help these families is intuitive to people in our profession. We are accustomed to providing support in whatever way we can. It seems to be engrained in our beings.
