RN and IBCLC
Jill Lancaster from Springville, Utah, graduated fromBrigham Young University College of Nursingwith BSN in 1997. She has worked as a Registered Nurse and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and has more than 21 years of experience working with breastfeeding mothers and babies.She has extensive experience in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and now runs her own private practice as an IBCLC. She also offers e-consults for clients living too far for a home visit.
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