Faculty

Lisa Marasco, MA, IBCLC, FILCA, has worked with breastfeeding mothers for over 20 years as a lactation consultant both in private practice and for Santa Barbara County WIC. She is co-author of “Making More Milk: A Nursing Mother’s Guide to Milk Supply,” and has written numerous other articles. Lisa’s interest and specialization in milk production began with researching the physiology behind the problem of scheduled feedings in order to counter the resurgence in popularity of this old practice. Using this foundation of knowledge, she found herself drawn into analyzing other low milk supply situations, including Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, which became her master’s degree thesis. Lisa is a long-time La Leche League Leader and associate professional liaison for LLL of Southern California/Nevada, serves on the board of the Breastfeeding Coalition of Santa Barbara County, and received the designation of a Fellow of ILCA in 2009 in recognition of her contributions to ILCA and the field of lactation.

Laura L. Hernandez, PhD, Post-Doctoral Fellow, Department of Molecular and Cellular Physiology, University of Cincinnati.  Dr. Hernandez is a researcher in the area of physiology of the mammary gland and milk synthesis.  Her PhD work focused on characterizing the bovine mammary gland serotonergic system at the University of Arizona.  The current focus of her research are the effects of serotonin produced in the mammary gland on milk production and milk synthesis in the human mammary gland, as well as its effects on bone metabolism.  Additionally, she examines the role of mammary gland derived serotonin in the initiation and progression of breast cancer.  She has published several papers in the aforementioned areas.

Donna Walls RN, BSN, IBCLC, Herbalist, Aromatherapist has been a maternity nurse for 35 years and a Lactation Consultant for 23 years. She has presented seminars on normal birthing, breastfeeding support, natural and herbal medicines for women and environmental health, locally and nationally. She is a Master Herbalist and certified aromatherapist in private practice and continues as a clinical Lactation Consultant

Program schedule

Friday, March 26, 2010

5:30-7:30 PM Registration, Exhibits, Bookstore. Cash Bar, Dinner
7:30–8:00 PM President’s Address, OLCA AWARDS Liz Maseth, RN, IBCLC
8:00-9:30 PM Foundations of Milk Production and Maternal Assessment: Lisa Marasco, MA, IBCLC, FILCA

Saturday, March 27, 2010

7:30-8:30 AM Registration, Continental Breakfast, Exhibits, Bookstore.
8:30 AM Opening Remarks, Introductions

8:45-10:15 AM Infertility, PCOS and the Low Milk Supply Mother: Lisa Marasco, MA, IBCLC, FILCA

10:15-10:30 AM Nutrition Break, Exhibits, Bookstore

10:30-12:00 PM The Impact of Thyroid Dysfunction on Lactation: Lisa Marasco, MA, IBCLC, FILCA

12:15-1:30 PM Luncheon and Awards

1:30-3:00 PM Antidepressant Use and Breastfeeding: established practices and new evidence from basic research: Laura L. Hernandez, PhD

3:00-3:15 PM Nutrition Break, Exhibits, Bookstore

3:15-4:45 PM Eco-Friendly Mothering, examine the increasing usage of environmentally questionable toxins and the potential issues surrounding them on the pregnant and lactating mother and her newborn. Donna Walls, BSN, RN, IBCLC
4:45-5:00 PM Questions, Evaluations, Certificates.

Contact hour certificates will be given only to participants attending the entire program.

Conference Objectives

• List the major factors necessary for good milk production.
• Describe the role of the placenta in mammary gland development during pregnancy.
  
• Explain two ways that environmental contaminants may interfere with reproductive hormones.
  
• List two characteristics of insufficient mammary tissue.
  
• List two postpartum problems that can affect the hormones of lactation.
  
• Give five possible endocrine problems and five possible clinical symptoms for PCOS.
  
• List two major PCOS hormones that may interfere with lactation.
  
• Explain the rationale for metformin use during pregnancy and/ or lactation.
  
• List at least three external factors that can affect thyroid function.
  
• Name two major hormones that may be impacted by hyperthyroidism and explain the effect on lactation.
  
• Explain the concept of first and second level approaches to dealing with lactation failure secondary to thyroid dysfunction
  
• List three hormone tests most likely to yield clues for lactation failure.
  
• Describe the problem of depression in pregnancy and lactation.
  
• Discuss current therapeutic practices for treatment of depression during pregnancy and lactation.
  
• Explain the direct effects of antidepressant medications on the breast and lactation.
  
• Define the normal role of serotonin in breast physiology .
  
• Describe the negative health effects of environmental chemicals on the immune, reproductive and central nervous systems.
  
• Discuss the specific effects of these toxins on pregnancy, lactation and the newborn.
  
• Examine educational opportunities for patient education in creating better health for the environment and mothers and babies.

Hotel Information

Columbus Marriott Northwest

5605 Blazer Parkway

Dublin OH 43017

Phone: (614) 791-1000

www.ColumbusMarriottNorthwest.com

Or copy the link below into your browser:

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/cmhnw?groupCode=laclaca&app=resvlink&fromDate=03/26/10&toDate=03/27/10

If not using this link then type in the group reservation space this code. laclaca Please note: Simply enter your arrival and departure dates and click “Check Availability.”The Columbus Marriott Northwest offers a special rate of $105.00 for the guests of the Ohio Lactation Consultants Assn. If calling for reservations be certain to mention you are attending the Ohio Lactation Consultant Association Conference for this rate. Please reserve your room by March 15, 2010 to ensure you receive the special group rate.

To make, modify, or cancel reservations by telephone: 1-888-801-7133

BREASTFEST 2010 MAIL-IN REGISTRATION FORM

(Online registration is NOW OPEN - see below)

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Registration is on a first come basis, no confirmations will be sent. When registering online you will be given a receipt to print or if registering by check, save your cancelled check as your receipt. Refunds will only be issued for cancellations received prior to the conference date. If Registering after March 18, 2010 please only do so online.

Registration brochures were mailed the 1st week of February. To request a paper brochure be mailed to you please notify deekeith@gmail.com. Paper costs OLCA printing & mailing charges so we are encouraging everyone who can, to register on line via the link below. Thank you.

For more information on credits contact: Dee Keith conference administrator, deekeith@gmail.com /513-724-3313