ICEA In Paris!
ICEA will join the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics for the XXIV FIGO World Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology from 9 -12 October 2023. Tara VanDyke, ICEA board member, […]
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Support and Collaboration | A Note From The President
Collaboration is something that has been on my mind these past few weeks. I am working on our re-designation for Baby Friendly, and it is a huge task. This is […]
What We Can Do Differently | A Note From The President
I’ve mentioned it many times that I am very lucky where I work. I have an exciting job that varies in daily tasks. And we have a team who is […]
A Note From The President | Renew And Grow
As a part of my job, I am responsible for maintaining our hospital Baby-Friendly Designation. This year is an assessment year, and this is not an easy task. I feel […]
2024 Board Nominations Open
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.
A Note From The President | Growing and Giving Back
Many years ago, as a fairly new childbirth educator, I would see the nominations for the Board of Directors or go to conferences and view the Board. I would think, […]
A Note From The President | Healing
May is a month when we honor some of the most amazing people, mothers, nurses, and teachers. Some of us fit into all three groups. While others of us fit […]
A Note From The President | Beautiful, Challenging, Vulnerable
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 […]
A Note From The President | Making A Choice
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 […]
Celebrating Childbirth Educators: An Interview With Amy Nevland
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.
A Note from the President | Looking Forward
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 […]
A Note from the President | Finding Joy
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 […]
A Note from the ICEA President | Sharing Gratitude
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 […]
A Note from the ICEA President | In Our Hearts
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. […]
Free Contact Hour Opportunity | The Science of Human Milk
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 […]
The Birth of a Future
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 […]
2022 Scholarship Round 2 Application Period Open
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.
2022 Virtual Conference: Letter For Your Employer
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!
Your 2022 Virtual Conference Questions Answered
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.
A Note from the ICEA President | Micro-Mindfulness
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.
Registration is Now Open for the 2022 Virtual Conference
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.
A Note from the ICEA President | Birth is Truly a Miracle
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!
A Note From the ICEA President | Hope, Love, and Healing
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.
Make Real Change: Submit Your Nomination for the ICEA Board of Directors
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.