Two powerful advocates share their personal journeys into lactation consulting and discuss the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ families. Join us as we discuss the significance of human milk for infants and provide insights on how health care professionals can support diverse families. We also address stigma and bias in the health care setting and offer resources for nurses to become better allies.
Meet our guests:
Jacob Engelsman, IBCLC
Kristin Cavuto, MSW LCSW IBCLC
Episode Resources
- Breastfeed Atlanta
- International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners
- La Leche League USA
- United States Lactation Consultant Association
- Lactation Education Resources: Gender Diverse Clinic Spaces
- Annie Frisbie IBCLC: Lactation Business Coaching with Jacob Engelsman IBCLC
- Recommended books:
- Engelsman, J. (2025). Lactation for the rest of us: A guide for queer and trans parents and helpers. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
- Erickson-Schroth, L. (2022). Trans bodies, trans selves: A resource by and for transgender communities. Oxford University Press.
- Silver, A. J. (2022). Supporting queer birth. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
- Amer, L. (2023). Rainbow Parenting. St. Martin’s Griffin.