Lactation Consultant Access and Breastfeeding Outcomes in the United States: Cross-Sectional Analysis
Higher IBCLC density is significantly associated with improved breastfeeding outcomes at the state level, particularly exclusive breastfeeding at 3 months. These findings support initiatives to expand access to professional lactation support as part of public health strategies to improve breastfeeding rates.
Authors
- James Dockins (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0004-7237-7373)
- Heather D Pahl
- David J Lingerfelt
Institutions
- Rockhurst University (US)
- University of Arkansas – Fort Smith (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Interactive Journal of Medical Research
- Published
- 2025-05-05
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.2196/70098
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Breastfeeding Practices and Influences
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.35